Changes To Ministerial Responsibilities Made
A number of changes have been made to Government Ministerial responsibilities.
A Government spokesperson said, “The Cabinet Office today outlined additional changes to Ministerial responsibilities made by Governor Rena Lalgie on the advice of the Premier David Burt.
- The Department of Corrections moves from the Ministry of National Security to the Ministry of Justice.
- The Ministry of National Security now has responsibility for drug prevention and the Department of National Drug Control.
- The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport is now responsible for liquor licensing and golf courses.
- Consumer Affairs and land licenses move to the Ministry of Economy and Labour.
- Intellectual Property now moves to the Ministry of Home Affairs.
“The revised Notice setting out the full assignment of ministerial responsibilities is gazetted today. These changes reflect a stronger alignment of portfolios to support the Government’s execution on policy initiatives for the people of Bermuda.”
