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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Dec 5 2023

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 5] include acting appointments. Acting Appointment: – Chief Financial Officer Notice type Government Notice Notice sub type Acting Appointments Notice ID GN0934/2023 Public Authorities / Department Public Works Headquarters Publication date 05 December, 2023 Government Notice No. Acting... Read more of this article

Butterfield Bank Share Repurchase Program

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, the Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited announced that its Board of Directors has approved a $90 million ordinary share repurchase program pursuant to which the Bank is authorized to purchase up to 3.5 million of its ordinary shares through December 31, 2024 Michael Collins, Chairman and Chief Executive... Read more of this article

Ministers Expand On Throne Speech Initiatives

The Government media has released two videos with Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Kathy Lynn Simmons and Minister of Education Diallo Rabain discussing Throne Speech initiatives. A Government spokesperson said, “As the public is aware, the theme of this year’s Throne Speech is “Serving the People”. And strengthening and... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 4 2023

December 4 saw 3,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $99,420.00 BD. 3,500 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 3.6% at $28.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,171.20, up 2.53% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related... Read more of this article

Official Govt & Legal Notices For Dec 4 2023

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 4] include public notification & acting appointments. Information Commissioner’s Office Notice To All Public Authorities Notice type Government Notice Notice sub type Public Notification Notice ID GN0933/2023 Public Authorities / Department Information Commissioner’s Office Publication... Read more of this article

MOU With Emirates Family Office Association

“In a strategic effort to position Bermuda as a global hub for family offices, the Ministry of Economy and Labour’s recent Memorandum of Understanding [MOU] with the Emirates Family Office Association [EFOA] is a testament to the Ministry’s efforts in enabling a welcoming family office environment for global family offices,”... Read more of this article

Tennis: BLTA Jingle Bell Slam Final Day

The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association’s Jingle Bell Slam concluded at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium. Zachary Mcguire won the under 16 boys title in a marathon match that took close to 2 hours defeating Tristan Pettit 6-4, 6-4. Hasan Khan won the under 12 boys title after he defeated Julian Hands 6-0, 6-0. Chloe Mcbrearty was the under 12 girls champion... Read more of this article

‘Strengthening Bermuda’s Global Relationships’

After week one of Bermuda’s visit to the United Arab Emirates, Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said he has been “extremely encouraged by the progress made to further strengthen relations with global and regional partners.” A Government spokesperson said, “As the public is aware, Premier Burt and Deputy Premier Walter Roban... Read more of this article

Morris Helps Howard Win HBCU & Ivy Challenge

Sanaa Morris and her Howard University women’s track & field teammates opened their 2023 indoor season with an impressive victory at the annual HBCU & Ivy Challenge, hosted by Harvard. Morris finished 14th competing in the women’s 300 meters, clocking a time of 41.28. She finished 19th competing in the women’s 60 meters dash... Read more of this article

St Vincent Statement On Cancelled Football Match

“All travel arrangements were confirmed” and a “communication from the Travel Agency revealed that the aircraft failed to secure necessary permissions for the planned route,” the St Vincent and the Grenadines Football Association said following the cancellation of the match in Bermuda. The team was supposed to travel to Bermuda... Read more of this article

Minister Visits With Corrections Officer Recruits

“Training that prioritises safety equips our officers to handle challenges effectively in their critical roles,” stated Minister of National Security Michael Weeks, following his visit last week to meet the nine recruits undergoing foundational training to become Corrections Officers. A Government spokesperson said, “Minister Weeks, alongside... Read more of this article

Winter Age Group Championships Day Two

The 2023 Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association’s Winter Age Group Championships continued at the BASA Pool. In the women’s 15 & over 200 meter freestyle saw Bella Howes, clock a winning time of 2:10.35, Adriana Argent, was second in 2:12.95, and Jorgia White, finished third with a time of 2:21.96. During the 13-14 boys 200 SC meter freestyle,... Read more of this article