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30 Minute Video: Feb 9 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 30... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Saturday February 10
Saturday, February 10 is expected to see intervals of clouds and sunshine, with the high to be near 19°C/66°F, and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 58%. Sunrise will be at 7:06am and sunset will be at 6:00pm. High tide will be at 8:41... Read more of this article
BRSC Urges Drivers To Prioritize Road Safety
“In our fast-paced world, where distractions abound, it is crucial to emphasize the importance of focusing on the road while driving,” the Bermuda Road Safety Council [BRSC] said. A spokesperson said, “Staying attentive behind the wheel can significantly prevent accidents, save lives, and ensure a safer tomorrow for all road users. “According... Read more of this article
Ministry: Seniors Strategy Forum A Success
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors said the Public Consultation meetings and National Seniors Strategy Community Forum “were a success.” The meetings and forum brought together stakeholders, community members, and seniors to discuss and address the challenges and opportunities facing Bermuda’s ageing population. “It... Read more of this article
Freisenbruch Delays Due To Power Outage
Services at the Freisenbruch office – located on Front Street — are delayed due to a power outage. This afternoon, a spokesperson said, “Please be advised that our office on 75 Front Street has lost power and there are significant delays in service at this time until BELCO can provide an update. Thank you for your patience at this... Read more of this article
Minister: Procedural Guidance On Tips/Gratuities
“The Procedural Guidance will strengthen the policy statement that employers are required to create and implement pursuant to the Amendment Act, which provides for how tips are to be treated and other gratuities are to be collected and redistributed,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly [Feb... Read more of this article
Minister Campbell On PIPA Implementation Plan
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner has officially launched its 2024 Road to PIPA implementation plan, Minister of the Cabinet Office Vance Campbell said in the House of Assembly [Feb 9]. The Minister said, “The overall objective of the Road to PIPA plan is to offer guidance to Bermuda’s organizations and individuals in the year preceding... Read more of this article
Photos: College & Troy University Reception
A networking reception was held to highlight the new partnership between the Bermuda College and Troy University in Alabama. Troy Alumnus and Junior Minister for Tourism, Culture and Sport Kim Swan said, “I’ve lived long enough to appreciate that a vision without good works dies but in this case for Bermuda, our US Consul General The Hon.... Read more of this article
Minister: Initiatives To Address Street Harassment
“The Ministry of National Security will partner with the Family Center’s Youth Leadership Academy and the authors of this presentation to advance initiatives to address street harassment in Bermuda,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said. Speaking in the House of Assembly [Feb 9], the Minister said, “Today I would like... Read more of this article
Minister: National Training Board Annual Report
Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward introduced the National Training Board’s Annual Report in the House of Assembly today [Feb 9]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to introduce the National Training Board’s Annual Report for the fiscal years 2019/2020 to 2022/2023, in accordance with Section 11[1]... Read more of this article
‘Walk/Drive Family Adventure’ Set For Feb 11
A Walk/Drive Family Adventure will be held on Sunday [Feb 11] starting at Christ Church Devonshire to celebrate the anniversaries of Elliot School and the Progressive Group. A spokesperson said, “A Walk/Drive Family Adventure will take place on Sunday, February 11th, from 3.00pm, beginning at Christ Church Devonshire [rain date on Sunday, February... Read more of this article
Live Audio & Parliament Order Of Business
[Updated with live audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Feb 9] and statements listed on the Order Paper include the National Training Board Annual Report 2019-2023, the Employment Act Procedural Guidance for Determining Substantial Degree Work with Respect to the Distribution of Tips and Other Gratuities, Addressing Street Harassment... Read more of this article
