“No Bus Or Ferry Service Until Further Notice”
[Updated] Bus and ferry service was suspended on Friday, Monday and again today; and the Transport Ministry has just issued a statement saying “there will be no bus or ferry service until further notice.”
A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Tourism Development and Transport wishes to advise the public that there will be no bus or ferry service until further notice, as a result of the ongoing industrial action. The Ministry apologises for this development and will keep the public advised of the status of service.”
The withdrawal of labour — which began last Friday — continues again today, with public transportation services suspended for the third day, while garbage collection has also been suspended for Friday, Monday and today.
Last night Premier Michael Dunkley said that a Government delegation met with representatives of the protesters to discuss the Pathways Bill, however a resolution was not been reached, with the Premier adding that “we believe we put reasonable proposals on the table to break the impasse but our opposites could not get support from their respective stakeholders.”
Audio of discussions about bus service/paying drivers recorded at the protest at the House earlier today
Opposition Leader Marc Bean also addressed the situation this morning, saying: “With protests and labour withdrawals scheduled to continue, the OBA must withdraw the bill and join with Bermudians in bipartisan comprehensive immigration reform.”
It is understood that both sides continue to engage in talks, with hopes of reaching a resolution, and you can view our live updates on the matter here..
Update March 16, 11.49am: A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Tourism Development and Transport wishes to advise the public that there will be no bus or ferry service until further notice, as a result of the ongoing industrial action.
“The Ministry apologises for this development and will keep the public advised of the status of service. In the interim, please note that other available transportation includes the island’s taxi services listed in the telephone directory and the mini-buses, a yellow page listing for which can be found online at www.bermudayp.com.”
