Category: Politics
Minister: Instrumental Role Of Teachers
“Today, I join Ministerial colleagues and Governments here and around the world to acknowledge World Teachers’ Day,” said the Minister of Education Diallo Rabain. “We cannot and will not underestimate the instrumental role teachers play in transforming learning and schooling for Bermuda’s children and young people and our country. I encourage... Read more of this article
Video: Premier Burt Appears On UK Sky News
Premier David Burt appeared on the UK’s Sky News this week, where he discussed a number of topics, including the cyber attack on the Government’s IT systems, the new global taxation proposals and more. Related Stories Video: Government Digital Transformation Video: Minister Jason Hayward On GDP Video: Minister On World Homeless Day Video:... Read more of this article
Govt: Increased Financial Assistance Benefits
“This Government remains committed to providing support that enables members of our community to meet their basic needs,” said Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward. “On occasion, this requires the benefits afforded to Financial Aid recipients be assessed and at times increased to better reflect the cost of living in Bermuda... Read more of this article
Registrar Reminder For Smith’s South Voters
“The Parliamentary Registrar is “reminding members of the community who reside in the Smith’s South Constituency that the Bye-Election is on October 5, 2023.” A spokesperson said, “Voters living in Smith’s South area should have ensured that their registration details are correct and up to date. Information relating to Thursday’s... Read more of this article
Premier Updates On The Tax Reform Initiatives
Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt provided an “update on the significant progress made thus far on the efforts to substantially reform Bermuda’s tax system.” Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Premier said, “The work of the new Tax Reform Commission is intricately linked with the work being done to develop the Bermuda... Read more of this article
Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business
[Updated with live audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Sept 29] and statements listed on the Order Paper include an Update on the Tax Reform Commission; Expansion of Pension Investments; Submarine Cable initiative, Google and Nuvem; the Intention to make Expungement of Convictions [Criminal Records] Regulations 2023; Update on... Read more of this article
Chamber Concerns: Bill, Timing, Consultation
[Updated] The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce expressed their “concerns regarding the recent tabling of the Employment Amendment Act 2023″ saying “it is alarming that neither the Chamber nor the industries it represents were consulted” and the “timing of the bill’s debate amidst Government closures, with the challenges... Read more of this article
Video: Premier Holds Press Conference
[Updated] Premier David Burt is holding a press conference to provide an update on the cyber-attack, we will have additional information later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 6.46pm: Premier David Burt’ remarks: Good afternoon, It has been one week since the Government of Bermuda experienced a sophisticated and deliberate cyberattack.... Read more of this article
New OBA Senate Leader & Senator Announced
Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson has appointed Senator Robin Tucker as the new Opposition Senate Leader and has recommended to the Governor that Dwayne Robinson be appointed to replace C8 bye-election candidate Ben Smith in the Senate. Mr Richardson said, “Robin is simultaneously kind and generous, and tough and honest. She demonstrates that competence... Read more of this article
OBA Candidates Robinson & De Couto
The One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] has announced Dwayne Robinson as their candidate for Constituency 30, Southampton East Central, and Dr Douglas De Couto as their candidate for Constituency 25, Warwick North East. Constituency 30 is currently held by the PLP’s Jason Wade, while the PLP’s Ianthia Simmons-Wade is the current MP for Constituency 25. A... Read more of this article
Video: Press Conference On Cyber Incident
[Updated] Premier David Burt is holding a press conference this afternoon [Sept 25] to “provide a comprehensive update” following the meetings of the Cybersecurity Cabinet Committee and the full Cabinet. Update 4pm: Press conference has concluded, we expect to receive a written copy of the Premier’s remarks and will update as able,... Read more of this article
Ben Smith On WADA, Minister, Accountability
“To say this is an embarrassment is an understatement,” said OBA candidate Ben Smith after news that the World Anti-Doping Agency [WADA] declared Bermuda to be non-compliant due to a “failure to appropriately implement the Code into their legal system,” which could result in Bermuda’s flag being prohibited from flying at major... Read more of this article
