Ministers Recognise Driving Ambassadors

Late last week, the Minister of Business Development and Tourism Patrice Minors and the Bermuda Department of Tourism [BDOT] hosted a reception for some of Bermuda’s Driving Ambassador’s.

Specific drivers in attendance included taxi, mini and charter bus drivers and operators. Minister of Transport Terry Lister was also on hand at the reception which took place at the Port Royal Golf Club’s 64∘ Bar and Grill.

The purpose of the reception was so that Minister Minors could share visitor updates, the latest quarterly report and new activities for 2012 with the drivers. The event also provided an opportunity for the drivers to offer their feedback to the Minister.

Minister Minors also took the opportunity to express her “sincere appreciation” for the important service drivers and operators offer.

Minister Minors said, “The Department of Tourism constantly receives feedback from visitors who appreciate the information and friendly service of our Driving Ambassadors. In most instances, you are the first impression a visitor receives of Bermuda. Your role is vital to our industry and we appreciate and recognize your service as a vital stakeholder in marketing Bermuda.”

During the reception, Minister Minors and Minister Lister honoured drivers who have been in the industry for more than 35 years.

Eleven career drivers from across the Island were acknowledged for their long-service and two drivers, Mr. Anson Simmons and Mr. Nevis Barboza were recognized for their combined 100 years plus of service. Mr. Simmons has been driving for 50 years and Mr. Barboza for 62 years.

Minister Minors (centre) and Minister Terry Lister (end) are pictured with drivers who have served in the taxi business for more than 35 years. From L to R: Robert Morris, Raymond Leroy Tucker, Earl Leroy Bean, Beresford (Nine Eggs) Wade, Nevis Barboza, Ronald Scraders, Leonard Holder Jr., Anson Simmons, Neville E. Smith, Dennis Hollis, and C. Cubitt Smith.

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