Category: Politics
Parliament: Order Of Business For Dec 5th
The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Dec 5] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include Joint Ministerial Council 2025, Delivering On Our Commitments – Investing To Meet Bermuda’s Needs, Update On Government Housing Initiatives, Bermuda Housing Corporation Private Sector Refurbishment Program Update, New Customs X-Ray Building,... Read more of this article
Update On Restricted & Closed Job Categories
The Ministry of Economy and Labour issued an update on Restricted and Closed job categories. A Government spokesperson said, “Effective December 1st, 2025, the Ministry of Economy and Labour advises the public that the moratorium on new work permits issued for the following Closed job categories is extended for three months, ending February 28th,... Read more of this article
UK & Overseas Territories Joint Communiqué
The UK and Overseas Territories issued a Joint Communiqué following the 2025 Joint Ministerial Council Meetings in London, spanning topics including democracy, governance, sanctions, security and more. Introduction 1. We, the Minister for the UK Overseas Territories and the Elected Leaders and Representatives of the Overseas Territories, convened... Read more of this article
Premier & Governor Meet With King Charles III
A Government of Bermuda delegation led by the Premier David Burt travelled to London last week to participate in the annual Joint Ministerial Council [JMC], the highest political forum between the UK Government and the Governments of the British Overseas Territories. A Government spokesperson said, “Additional engagements included a meeting with the... Read more of this article
Minister Meets With Portuguese Ambassador
Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward held a meeting with Nuno Brito, Ambassador of Portugal to the United Kingdom. The Honourable Jason Hayward, JP, MP, Minister of Economy and Labour and His Excellency Nuno Brito, Ambassador of Portugal to the United Kingdom. A Government spokesperson said, “In seeking to modernise the Portugal-Bermuda... Read more of this article
OBA Hosts Annual Warwick Seniors Tea
The One Bermuda Alliance hosted its annual Warwick Seniors Tea at St. Mary’s Church Hall. A spokesperson said, “Last Saturday, the One Bermuda Alliance hosted its annual Warwick Seniors Tea. MP Douglas De Couto, Senators Victoria Cunningham, Tarik Smith, and Dion Smith all welcomed seniors to St. Mary’s church hall for an afternoon of treats,... Read more of this article
Column: OBA’s Fahy On CARICOM & More
[Opinion column written by OBA MP Michael Fahy] Bermuda stands at a crossroads. The Government’s push toward full CARICOM membership has the potential to reshape our island’s economy, our immigration system, and our long-term constitutional future. When decisions can lead to fundamental shifts in our relationships with other countries, they require... Read more of this article
MP Dwayne Robinson On Electoral Reform
“Why not work on the bill in front of Parliament before launching your own plan,” OBA MP Dwayne Robinson said in reference to absentee voting. Mr Robinson said, “The One Bermuda Alliance always welcomes consultation and open dialogue with the people of Bermuda. “However, the Government town hall on electoral reform is oddly convenient... Read more of this article
Premier To Attend JMC Meetings In London
Premier David Burt is in London this week to attend the annual meeting of UK government officials and leaders of the Overseas Territories at the Joint Ministerial Council [JMC]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier is joined by the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Sen. the Hon. Kim Wilkerson, JP, and Secretary to the Cabinet... Read more of this article
Minister Highlights Support For Basket Initiative
Minister of Home Affairs, Alexa Lightbourne extended the Ministry’s “sincere gratitude to The MarketPlace, Lindo’s, and The Garden Market for their participation in the Affordable Bermuda Basket Initiative. ” A Government spokesperson said, “Their commitment underscores the vital role of the private sector in supporting the Government’s... Read more of this article
Minister On Anti-Violence Town Hall Meetings
“Your insights will inform our work, strengthen our Strategy, and help ensure that our collective approach is grounded in the realities of our communities,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly as he provided a summary of the three public town hall meetings recently held on gun and gang violence. The... Read more of this article
Minister On Atlantic Child Advocacy Alliance
The UK and Bermuda Governments will work collaboratively to develop the Atlantic Child Advocacy Alliance which will pool expertise from Bermuda and the Southern Ocean British Overseas Territories, Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinée Furbert said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Nov 21], the Minister said, “In... Read more of this article
