Archive for August, 2021
Column: Robin Tucker On Financial Assistance
[Opinion column written by OBA Senator Robin Tucker] Before the summer break, the Senate debated legislation that allowed the Government to extend the financial assistance payment limit by two years. In practical terms, the change allowed eligible able-bodied recipients of financial assistance to receive payments for as long as seven years, if needed. Covid-19... Read more of this article
Govt: ‘Work Stoppage Or Strike Is Unlawful’
“As there is no labour dispute any action taken, including any proposed work stoppage or strike is unlawful,” the Government said today. This statement follows the Bermuda Industrial Union’s [BIU] press conference today where the President reiterated his call for members to gather at Union Square on Monday and Tuesday, which in effect,... Read more of this article
Minister Attends Family Centre Presentation
The Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert recently had the opportunity to attend The Family Centre‘s Youth Leadership Academy’s Annual “Foundations Social Change Projects” Presentation. Minister Furbert said, “Thank you to the Family Centre Team for creating this avenue for our youth. “I applaud... Read more of this article
Retail Sales Increased 10.4% In May 2021
After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 1.6% in May – the overall volume of retail sales increased 10.4% when compared to May 2020, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Minister for the Cabinet Office, the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP, released the... Read more of this article
Registration For Dive In Festival Opens
Registration for the Dive In Festival is now open via diveinfestival.com, with the event to take place from September 21 – 23. A spokesperson said, “Registration for Dive In, the insurance industry’s longstanding Festival promoting diversity and inclusion, is open via diveinfestival.com. The Festival is taking place from 21 – 23 September,... Read more of this article
Music: Sir Dudley Releases Two New Singles
Bermudian reggae artist Giles Spurling, also known as Sir Dudley, has released two new singles, including tracks titled Stamina and Full Cup. The songs are composed of instrumentals created by Mr. IVibes of IVibes Productions and lyrics/vocals composed by Sir Dudley, and they were recorded, mixed and mastered at MassFX Recording by Mr. IVibes. The graphics... Read more of this article
Ninth Named Storm Of 2021 Season Forms
The ninth tropical storm of the 2021 Atlantic Hurricane season – Tropical Storm Ida – has formed. The latest forecast from the U.S. National Hurricane Center said, “At 800 AM EDT [1200 UTC], the center of Tropical Storm Ida was located by reconnaissance aircraft and weather radar on Grand Cayman near latitude 20.3 North, longitude... Read more of this article
Raleigh Recognized For Anti-Violence Work
Governor Rena Lalgie hosted an event at Government House on August 19 “in recognition and appreciation” of Raleigh Bermuda’s work in the community. A spokesperson said, “On August 19, 2021, Her Excellency the Governor Ms. Rena Lalgie hosted an event at Government House in recognition and appreciation of Raleigh Bermuda’s important... Read more of this article
Future Leaders Community Day This Sunday
Future Leaders Bermuda is hosting its “Community Give-Back: Back to School Fun Day, Extracurricular Fair, and Vendors Market” this Sunday at the Berkeley Institute from 11.30am to 5.00pm, and have launched a webpage outlining a variety of workshops, entertainment, community services and vendors that will be on offer. A spokesperson said, “We recognise... Read more of this article
Video: BIU Call For Members To Meet On Monday
[Updated with PDF] The Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] President Chris Furbert is holding a press conference this morning [Aug 27], and we will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. As it stands now, the BIU has called for a 2 day shutdown starting on Monday, August 30th if the Government does not amend the legislation... Read more of this article
Video: ‘Queen Of Bermuda’ Greets Motorists
Morning commuters got some extra cheer this morning [Aug 27] when heading into Hamilton as Mark “Queen of Bermuda” Anderson – who was dressed to impress in a black and white outfit and pink wig – was greeting motorists at the round-a-bout heading onto East Broadway. Mr Anderson — a long standing advocate for LBGTQI+... Read more of this article
Collision On Tee Street & Middle Road
The police responded to a collision on Tee Street and Middle Road in Devonshire this morning [Aug 27] which took place at the junction which has a sign saying ‘frequent accident spot.’ Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Related Stories Motorcyclist Injured In Collision In Warwick Photos: Van Crashes... Read more of this article
