Archive for January, 2025
Photos: 2025 General Election Nomination Day
Nomination Day for the 2025 General Election was held today [Jan 31] with over 100 candidates — representing three different political parties as well as a number of independents – making their way to MSA, where the official nomination day took place. The PLP – which currently holds a 29 to 7 majority in the 36 seat House of Assembly, has... Read more of this article
Appeal: Help Locate 15-Year-Old Nai-Che Smith
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Nai-Che Smith. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old, Bermudian National, Nai-Che Smith. “Mr. Smith is described as being 5’ 9” in height, of slim build, brown complexioned,... Read more of this article
Four Videos: Election Candidate Interviews
During today’s General Election Nomination Day, we spoke with a few of the candidates; Shalleya Codrington of the Free Democratic Movement [FDM] is running in Constituency 36, Maurice Foley of the One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] is contesting Constituency 3, Christopher Bean is standing as an Independent candidate in Constituency 35, and Shomari Talbot-Woolridge... Read more of this article
110 Candidates For The 2025 General Election
The 110 candidates for the 2025 General Election have all been announced, and according to the official nomination list, the PLP have 36 candidates, the OBA have 36, the FDM have 10 and there are also 27 Independents running, and one person is running under the Emperial Group name. The full Nomination Announcement follows below [PDF here]: For... Read more of this article
BLMC Launches Transportation Access Pass
The Bermuda Land Management Corporation [BLMC] announced the introduction of the Authorized Transportation Access Pass in the Port of Dockyard. A spokesperson said, “This program will enhance transportation efficiency and visitor safety at Dockyard’s cruise ship pier. This initiative ensures an organized and secure experience for thousands of... Read more of this article
Disabled Excavator On Harrington Sound Road
A disabled excavator is partially blocking Harrington Sound Road this evening [Jan 31]. A police spokesperson said, “Please be advised there is a disabled excavator with its bucket jutting out onto Harrington Sound Road, just east of Paynters Road, Hamilton Parish. “Workmen are on scene to manage traffic flow. Motorists are urged to approach... Read more of this article
Corporate Income Tax Administrative Provisions
Today the Government issued a “second paper which focuses on certain of the enforcement provisions relating to the administration of the Corporate Income Tax Act 2023, as amended [the Principal Act], which are required under Bermuda law to be enacted by Parliament in statutory form rather than by regulation. ” A Government spokesperson said,... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For Jan 31 2025
The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 31] include boards appointments, notice, contracts and public notification. Historical Building Advisory Committee Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0149/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 31 January, 2025 The... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Saturday February 1
Saturday, February 1 is expected to be mostly cloudy and windy, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be at 7:13am and sunset will be at 5:52pm. High tide will be at 10:23am and 10:49pm,... Read more of this article
Video: Bermuda U17 Denied Draw Late On
The Bermuda Under-17 national team suffered heartbreak in the Concacaf Under-17 Women’s Qualifiers after conceding late on in a 2-1 defeat to Puerto Rico today [January 31]. Bermuda, who were hunting for a third straight win, found themselves trailing in the 33rd minute when Gabriella Garnett gave the home side the lead. Evans Welch equalised for... Read more of this article
Wilton Re Bermuda Expands Support For BEN
Wilton Reinsurance Bermuda Limited has expanded its support for the Bermuda Education Network [BEN] in a partnership initiative that includes volunteering and fiscal support. A spokesperson said, “Wilton Re employees recently participated in a new joint initiative with the BEN and the Agra Living Institute for the building of a school garden at... Read more of this article
BELCO Riots 60th Anniversary Commemoration
BELCO held a ceremony today [Jan 31] alongside the Electrical Supply Trade Union [ESTU] and the Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the BELCO Riots. A spokesperson said, “The 1960s were a time of social and political upheaval and unrest in Bermuda. Segregation was a part of everyday life in the community and in many... Read more of this article
