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Video: Referendum Petition Presented To Premier
The petition calling for a referendum on casino gambling was presented to Premier Michael Dunkley and Opposition Leader Marc Bean today [May 30] at the House of Assembly, with the Premier thanking the organisers for the petition, while stating that “there will be no turning back on the referendum.” During the run up to the 2012 General... Read more of this article
Casino Referendum Petition Closing In A Week
The petition calling for a referendum on casino gambling will remain open for another week before it closes and a final number is released. During the run up to the 2012 General Election, the One Bermuda Alliance pledged to hold a referendum on casino gambling in Bermuda, and in November 2013, the Government tabled the Referendum Act 2013. However,... Read more of this article
OBA, PLP, Police & Paradise On Betting Matter
The Bermuda Police Service, Paradise Games and the Progressive Labour Party have commented on the matters surrounding the police inquiries into the newly opened Court Street betting shop, while the One Bermuda Alliance said as it is a police matter they will not be commenting. Paradise Games — which is owned by PLP Leader Marc Bean — was... Read more of this article
PLP Suggest Online Gaming To Boost Revenue
Online gaming is a $35 billion global industry, and Bermuda already has the infrastructure to be player, Shadow Finance Minister David Burt said in the Opposition’s Reply to the Budget in the House of Assembly on Friday [Feb 28]. Mr. Burt said, “It is imperative that we implement additional aspects of gaming besides casinos. “Last year,... Read more of this article
CURB: Impact Of Gambling On Black Community
Speaking on the planned introduction of casino gaming, Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] said one of their concerns is ”legislation being introduced that will negatively affect the Black community, repeating a history of discrimination that is all too recent.” A statement said, “The CURB Central Council gives its supports... Read more of this article
Videos: Gaming Town Hall Meeting In Hamilton
The Government wrapped up their series of Gaming Town Halls last week [Feb 19], with this last one being held at the Pier 6 Complex in Hamilton, and full video coverage of the almost 2-hour event is posted below. The Town Hall began with Tourism Minister Shawn Crockwell addressing the audience, and Attorney General Mark Pettingill and Senator Nalton... Read more of this article
Timeline: Gambling, Casinos, Laws, Allegations
The topic of casinos continues to dominate the headlines, with controversy swirling after allegations about a casino licence were made by the Opposition Leader and subsequently denied by the Premier. Casinos are presently not permitted under Bermuda law, however with the decision set to be made in Parliament it is seen as likely that the law will change,... Read more of this article
Video: Gambling Petition Deadline Extended
The organisers of the petition calling for a referendum on casino gambling have extended the deadline, and have let the public know the petition is still available for signing both online and at various locations around the island. During the run up to the 2012 General Election, the OBA pledged to hold a referendum, and in November 2013, the Government... Read more of this article
Bean & Cannonier Spar Over Casino Allegations
Strong statements were made in Friday’s sitting of the House of Assembly, with the Opposition Leader saying the Premier revealed to him that a developer was willing to pay him “upfront for a casino licence,” while the Premier said the Opposition Leader was telling “bold faced lies.” Things became rather heated among the... Read more of this article
Minister Updates On Gambling Town Halls
Minister of Tourism Development and Transport Shawn Crockwell provided an update on the town hall meetings that will be held to discuss Integrated Resort Casino gaming in Bermuda. A meeting that had been planned for Thursday, February 6th was postponed due to industrial action. This meeting will now take place on Wednesday, February 19th at Pier 6,... Read more of this article
OBA Youth Wing To Host Open Mic On Gaming
The youth wing of the One Bermuda Alliance — the Future Bermuda Alliance [FBA] — will be hosting an Open Mic on Gaming Reform on February 23rd. It was originally scheduled for February 16th, however the date was changed. The event will be held at the Gazebo Room at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess at 7pm. “Our panel members will consist... Read more of this article
Internal Ministerial Gambling Document Surfaces
An internal report from April 2013 written for the Tourism Minister about cancelling the gambling referendum has surfaced, detailing various issues, including possible steps to manage “any dissent to acceptable levels.” The 52-page report covers the background of gambling laws in Bermuda and the possibility of cancelling the referendum,... Read more of this article
FBA To Host Open Mic On Gaming Reform
[Updated] The Future Bermuda Alliance [FBA], the youth wing of the One Bermuda Alliance will be hosting an open Mic on Gaming Reform. The event will be held at the Gazebo Room at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess on Sunday February 16th at 7pm. “Our panel members will consist of hospitality professionals from all sections of the community”,... Read more of this article
Tonight’s Gaming Town Hall Meeting Cancelled
Tonight’s [Feb 6] Town Hall meeting on Integrated Resort Casino Gaming — scheduled to be held at the Pier 6 Complex in Hamilton from 6pm to 8pm — has been postponed due to the ongoing labour dispute, the Government said this morning. The labour dispute between the BIU and Fairmont Hamilton Princess has brought public transportation to... Read more of this article
2 Hour Video: Full Coverage Of Gaming Meeting
The Government kicked off their series of Gaming Town Halls last night [Feb 4], with the first one being held at Penno’s Wharf in St. George’s, and full video coverage of the almost 2-hour event is posted below. The Town Hall began with Tourism Minister Shawn Crockwell addressing the audience, and Attorney General Mark Pettingill and Senator Nalton... Read more of this article
First Gaming Town Hall To Be Held Tonight
The first Town Hall on gaming will be held from 6pm – 8pm this evening [Feb 6] at Penno’s Wharf in St. George’s, designed to provide the opportunity for locals to learn more about the Government’s plans. Minister of Tourism Development and Transport Crockwell said: “I encourage anyone with any questions or concerns about gaming in... Read more of this article
