Archive for April, 2021
S&P Affirms Bermuda’s A+ Ratings
Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson announced that ratings agency Standard & Poor’s (S&P) has reaffirmed Bermuda’s A+ long-term sovereign credit and senior unsecured debt ratings as well as its A-1 short-term rating and its AA+ transfer and convertibility assessment as “Stable.” Minister Dickinson stated, “I am delighted that... Read more of this article
Clarien Resumes Walk-In Service On Thursday
Clarien will resume walk-in service effective Thursday [April 29] with enhanced safety precautions. A spokesperson said, “Effective Thursday, April 29, Clarien Bank clients are advised that walk-in service has resumed; appointments are no longer required. In-Branch Services “Social distancing will continue to be strictly monitored by Clarien... Read more of this article
Govt: Scholarship Deadline Extended To April 30
“The deadline for filing applications for the Ministry’s awards and scholarships has been extended to 4:45 pm on Friday, April 30th, 2021,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said. Minister Rabain stated, “As the Bermuda Scholarship website is not operated by the Bermuda Government we are unable to provide any information on the technical... Read more of this article
12 New, 582 Active, 31 In Hospital, 7 In ICU
The Ministry received 1260 test results and 12 were positive, so there are now 582 active cases, of which 31 people are in hospital with 7 in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 1260 test results since the last update, and 12 were positive for coronavirus, yielding a test positivity rate of 1.0 %. “Seven of... Read more of this article
Conyers Welcomes Sarah Bailey-Munroe
Conyers announced that Sarah Bailey-Munroe has joined the Bermuda litigation team, noting that she is a specialist in family and matrimonial law and has been hired to “expand the firm’s capacity in that area.” “We are delighted to welcome our new attorney Sarah Bailey-Munroe to Conyers. Sarah has considerable experience in a wide range... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: April 28 ZBM Evening News
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: Dec... Read more of this article
Polaris Marks Two Years With Board Apprentice
Polaris Holding Company said they are celebrating two successful years with the Board Apprentice Global programme and Board Apprentice L. Lloyd Holder. A spokesperson said, “In 2019 Polaris welcomed Mr. L. Lloyd Holder as a board apprentice after being introduced to the Board Apprentice Global programme by the Institute of Directors Bermuda. “As... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For April 28 2021
The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 28] include licensing extension. Licensing Examination Deferral Extension No. 2 Order 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0364/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 28 April 2021 Licensing [Examination Deferral]... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Thursday April 29
Thursday, April 29 is expected to see mostly sunny with some thin high cloud around at times, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 73%. Sunrise will be at 6.34am and sunset will be at 7.58pm. High tide... Read more of this article
Video: BNV With Premier David Burt
Premier David Burt is joining Bernews this afternoon [April 28] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with the Premier set to discuss some aspects pertaining to his recent National Address. Related Stories Video: BNV With Bean, Jackson, Commissiong Video: Pastor Bean & Minister Weeks Video: BNV With OBA MP Michael Dunkley Video:... Read more of this article
Landlords Asked To Assist As Best They Can
“As the Minister responsible for the Department of Financial assistance, it is my plea to landlords to assist as best you can to be fair and help those in need of support,” Minister of Labour Jason Hayward said, with the Minister also asking Financial Assistance clients to “follow the rules” and “act responsibly.” Minister... Read more of this article
Bermuda Half Marathon Race Set To Take Place
[Updated] The Bermuda Day Half Marathon committee has confirmed that the race is still scheduled to take place, saying that registration for this year’s ‘Limited Edition’ Derby will open on May 1st. The Bermuda Half Marathon Derby posted the graphic below online, saying, “You’ve been asking, you’ve been wondering, inquiring... Read more of this article
