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Video: PLP On Use Of Public Funds For Lawsuit
“Mr Burt’s comments were in relation to the legal action launched against BPSU President and People’s Campaign member Jason Hayward, which was initiated by Finance Minister Bob Richards after Mr Hayward made certain statements about the Minister on a TV appearance in relation to the emails over the airport contract with the Canadian... Read more of this article
Court Rules: Michael Dunkley vs Marc Bean Case
The Court of Appeal has ruled on the Michael Dunkley vs Marc Bean libel case, saying “there was no factual basis on which to found a defence of fair comment.” In 2013, Michael Dunkley, who was then the Deputy Premier, launched legal action against Opposition Leader Marc Bean over comments made on the social network Facebook, with the comments... Read more of this article
‘Strengthening Of Anti-Corruption Laws Needed’
[Opinion column written by Opposition Leader Marc Bean] The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party believes that political corruption in any form, and regardless of the political affiliation of the offenders, must be exposed and punished to the full extent of the law. As leaders, this is the standard we must set and as Bermudians concerned about the well-being... Read more of this article
Magistrates Court: Marc Bean’s Trial Underway
The Magistrate’s Court trial in which Opposition Leader Marc Bean is charged with allegedly using offensive language started this morning [Aug 7] with Magistrate Archie Warner in place. Mr Bean has been charged with using allegedly offensive words to OBA member and ex-Senator Toni Daniels by allegedly calling Ms Daniels “a political w****” and... Read more of this article
Column: Support, Build Ourselves, Way Forward
[Opinion column written by Opposition Leader Marc Bean] We would like to say thank you to all those who have continuously lifted us up in support. You have helped to remind us what it truly means to be Bermudian. As we go about Bermuda, we are often asked “What is the way forward for our country? What will be the silver bullet that turns our economy... Read more of this article
Premier & Opposition Leader’s Approval Ratings
Another poll has been released, this one showing that Premier Michael Dunkley’s approval rating was 48% while Opposition Leader Marc Bean’s was 31%, with Premier Dunkley having a 79% approval rating from white voters and 32% from black voters, while Mr. Bean had a 5% approval rating from white voters and 46% from black voters. The poll was conducted... Read more of this article
Approval Ratings: Michael Dunkley & Marc Bean
Premier Michael Dunkley had a favourability rating of 50.9% while Opposition Leader Marc Bean’s approval rating is 48.9%; and both Mr Bean and Mr Dunkley had a job approval rating of 46.9%, according to a recent poll released by Profiles of Bermuda. Favourability Ratings In releasing the poll the company said, “Premier Michael Dunkley had... Read more of this article
Court: Opposition Leader Has Trial Date Set
Appearing in Magistrates Court this morning [July 3], Opposition Leader Marc Bean appeared with his lawyer, Charles Richardson, who indicated to Magistrate Khamisi Tokunbo that prior to going to trial, he would be making legal arguments, in a higher Court, dealing with freedom of expression and other Constitutional matters. The Magistrate set a provisional... Read more of this article
Premier, PLP Leader Meet With Robbery Victims
After the unfortunate incident earlier this week in which two visitors to the island were robbed, the couple met with Premier Michael Dunkley and Opposition Leader Marc Bean, and said they are recovering from the incident and look forward to coming back to Bermuda. In a post on Instagram today, the Premier said, “After the most unfortunate incident... Read more of this article
Marc Bean Charged With Offensive Language
The Leader of the Opposition appeared in Magistrates Court this morning [May 28], where he was charged with using offensive language. Appearing before Magistrate Khamisi Tokunbo, Marc Bean was charged with using offensive language by allegedly saying “You f****** political w****. You are a ten cent w****” and he will pass her along for a... Read more of this article
Video: Opposition Leader On Meeting With FCO
The PLP delegation returned from the UK this evening [May 21] after meeting with the Foreign & Commonwealth Office [FCO], and the Commonwealth Parliament Association [CPA] regarding the airport redevelopment plan and other matters. The PLP previously said that both meetings were held on Wednesday [May 20] and the “official agenda for these... Read more of this article
Marc Bean’s Speech Prior To Censure Motion
As Opposition Leader Marc Bean spoke before the Censure Motion against him passed during Friday’s sitting of the House, he said when he said “I will take you out” on March 13th, it was in a “political sense” and a comment made when the “House was in disrepute.” Censure Motion Passes On March 16th, OBA MP Mark... Read more of this article
PLP: “Unwavering And Unreserved Support”
The PLP gives their “unwavering and unreserved support” to Marc Bean in the “wake of the undemocratic and borderline dictatorial activities” in the House of Assembly, PLP Chairman Maynard Dill said this evening. Censure Motion Passes On March 16th, OBA MP Mark Pettingill gave notice of a motion which “condemns and expressed... Read more of this article
MPs Pass Censure Motion Against Marc Bean
[Updated] At 5.40pm today [May 15], MPs passed a Censure Motion against Opposition Leader Marc Bean in the House of Assembly, with 19 “yes” votes, while the rest were abstentions. The motion was moved on March 16th, which followed after the Opposition’s walkout on March 13th to protest the Speaker’s decision to eject Shadow Minister... Read more of this article
Polling Station: Marc Bean To Face Charges
Leader of the Opposition Marc Bean will likely appear in court in the coming weeks in order to face charges of allegedly using offensive words during an exchange in November 2014 with former OBA Senator Toni Daniels, which occurred during the Advance Poll for Constituency 33. After the incident last year, a police spokesperson said, “The BPS is... Read more of this article
Court Dismisses Case Against Marc Bean
[Updated with Premier's comments] The Court has ruled on the case involving Opposition Leader Marc Bean allegedly using offensive language to former OBA Senator Toni Daniels, with the Court dismissing the case against Mr Bean today [Aug 12]. The case followed an alleged exchange at the Polling Station in the November 2014 bye-election in Constituency... Read more of this article