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PLP Thanks Smith’s South Voters & Candidate

PLP Thanks Smith’s South Voters & Candidate

Progressive Labour Party Deputy Chair Lauren Hayward-Bell extended thanks to all the people of Smith’s South saying the PLP “is proud of the lifelong connections made by Mischa, new candidates, and all of those who worked behind the scenes during this campaign.” PLP Deputy Chair Lauren Hayward-Bell said, “Each bye-election or general... Read more of this article

Live Updates: Ben Smith Wins Bye-Election

Live Updates: Ben Smith Wins Bye-Election

[Updating] The bye-election in Smith’s South was held, with the OBA’s Ben Smith winning with 73.24% of the vote, defeating the PLP’s Mischa Fubler who earned 26.76%. The bye-election had been called due to the resignation of Cole Simons, who had held the seat for twenty years, and will mark a return to the House of Assembly for Ben Smith,... Read more of this article

Minister Darrell Endorses Mischa Fubler

Minister Darrell Endorses Mischa Fubler

Minister of Youth, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell is endorsing Mischa Fubler as the Progressive Labour Party candidate for Smith’s South, saying “Mischa’s values, vision and variety of skills more than equip him to serve as your future representative as a Member of Parliament.” In a letter, Minister Darrell said, “Many... Read more of this article

Video: BNV With PLP Candidate Mischa Fubler

Video: BNV With PLP Candidate Mischa Fubler

Mischa Fubler — who will be the PLP’s candidate for the bye-election in Smith’s South on October 5th – is joining Bernews today [Sept 27] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. The bye-election was called due to the resignation of Cole Simons, who has held the seat for over two decades, winning twice under the UBP and... Read more of this article

Advanced Poll For Incapacitated Voters

Advanced Poll For Incapacitated Voters

An Advanced Poll for people eligible to vote in the Constituency 8 Smith’s South bye-election but who are unable “by reason either of illness, infirmity, or disability to travel to the election room on Polling Day” will be held on September 28th. The PLP’s Mischa Fubler and the OBA’s Ben Smith will run in the bye-election, which... Read more of this article

PLP’s Mischa Fubler To Run In Bye-Election

PLP’s Mischa Fubler To Run In Bye-Election

[Updated] The PLP announced that Mischa Fubler will be their candidate for the bye-election in Smith’s South on October 5th. Mr. Fubler will face the OBA’s Ben Smith in the bye-election, which was called due to the resignation of Cole Simons, who has held the seat for more than two decades. The PLP said, “The Progressive Labour Party... Read more of this article

Column: Smith On Candidacy, Comments & More

Column: Smith On Candidacy, Comments & More

[Opinion column written by OBA candidate Ben Smith] I learned a valuable lesson in political communications before the snap 2020 election. I recorded a video about immigration so that we could have a reasonable policy discussion. Unfortunately, it was edited and used as a political weapon. Of course, on the announcement of my candidacy for Constituency... Read more of this article

Video: BNV With OBA Candidate Ben Smith

Video: BNV With OBA Candidate Ben Smith

Ben Smith — who will be the OBA’s candidate for the bye-election in Smith’s South on October 5th – is joining Bernews today [Aug 29] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. The bye-election was called due to the resignation of Cole Simons, who has held the seat for over two decades, winning twice under the UBP... Read more of this article

OBA’s Ben Smith To Run In By-Election

OBA’s Ben Smith To Run In By-Election

[Updated] The OBA announced that Ben Smith — a former MP who currently serves in the Senate — will be their candidate for the by-election in Smith’s South on October 5th. A spokesperson said, “The One Bermuda Alliance is pleased to announce that Ben Smith, JP, has been confirmed as its candidate to run in the October 5 by-election. “Currently... Read more of this article

Smith’s South Bye-Election On October 5

Smith’s South Bye-Election On October 5

The bye-election in Smith’s South – which has been called due to the resignation of Cole Simons — has been set for October 5, 2023. A spokesperson said, “The Parliamentary Registrar wishes to advise the public that Her Excellency the Governor Ms. Rena Lalgie has issued a writ of election for a bye-election to take place for Smith’s... Read more of this article

PLP Start Canvassing In Smith’s South

PLP Start Canvassing In Smith’s South

[Updated] The PLP said they “commenced canvassing last week in Smith’s South for the upcoming bye-election” with teams traveling to “different neighborhoods throughout Smith’s Parish in order to meet and engage with residents.” The bye-election has been prompted by the resignation of veteran MP Cole Simons, who recently stood... Read more of this article

Hamilton & St George’s Election Results

Hamilton & St George’s Election Results

[Updated] The Corporation of Hamilton and St George’s municipal election took place today [May 11]. A spokesperson said, “The municipal election for the Corporation of Hamilton took place today. Five nominees put their names forward for four Common Councillor seats on the City Board, representing the Hamilton residential community. “Retaining... Read more of this article

Bermuda Municipal Elections Nomination Day

Bermuda Municipal Elections Nomination Day

Nomination Day for the upcoming Ordinary Municipal Elections was held today at the Seventh –Day Adventist Church Hall, King Street in The City of Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “At the end of Nominations, the result are as follows: Municipality of Hamilton “For the Corporation of Hamilton, the Business Ratepayers’ election and Mayoral election... Read more of this article

City Reminder: Register For Upcoming Election

City Reminder: Register For Upcoming Election

The City of Hamilton is reminding all eligible business ratepayers to ensure they are registered for the upcoming municipal election. A spokesperson said, “The Parliamentary Registrar has formally announced that a municipal election is due to take place on Thursday, May 11th, 2023. The City of Hamilton is encouraging all business ratepayers in... Read more of this article

Municipal Elections To Be Held On May 11th

Municipal Elections To Be Held On May 11th

Ordinary Municipal Elections for the Corporations of Hamilton and St. George’s will be held on May 11, 2023. A spokesperson said, “There will be a 7-day registration period for Municipal Residents and Business Ratepayers starting today. Registration will close at 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 6, 2023. “Business Ratepayers can check their registration... Read more of this article

‘May Hold Ordinary Municipal Elections’ In May

‘May Hold Ordinary Municipal Elections’ In May

“Given these circumstances, we believe the equitable course of action is to allow both of our municipal bodies to proceed with their elections providing for officeholders to serve for two years instead of the customary three years, pending the Privy Council’s ruling,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch. A Government spokesperson... Read more of this article