Category: News
Minister Ming On 2020 Parole Board Report
During 2020, the Parole Board conducted 123 parole reviews, released 15 persons for parole during the period, there were no denials of parole, however one individual was recalled, 84 individuals had their parole decision deferred and 43 inmates chose to decline parole, Minister of National Security Renee Ming said, Speaking in the House of Assembly,... Read more of this article
Minister: Treatment Of Offenders Board Report
“The suspension of in-person visits and various other activities has resulted in increased frustrations within the facility,” Minister of National Security Renee Ming said as she introduced the Treatment of Offenders Board Annual Report 2020. Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Minister said, “The Annual Report provides an overview... Read more of this article
Phase 3: New Regulations Take Effect Today
Bermuda is moving into Phase 3 today [June 6], with some of the changes to include the curfew changing to 12am to 5am, and large gatherings of a maximum of 50 people being allowed. A Government spokesperson previously said, ”Bermuda will move into phase 3 on its road map to recovery on June 6, 2021. ”The night-time curfew will be changed to 12am... Read more of this article
Supervised Quarantine In Effect From June 13
“All non-immunised persons travelling to Bermuda are subject to mandatory supervised quarantine which will come into effect on 13 June,” the Government said today, adding that there are six approved quarantine hotels and the traveller must cover the costs for the hotel stay. “We must continue to work to keep our island safe,” said... Read more of this article
Police: Calvin Smith Retires After 42 Years
Calvin Smith has retired from the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] after over 42 years of public service. A police spokesperson said, “Earlier this week, at 5pm Monday 31st May, Staff Officer Calvin Smith officially retired from the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] after over 42 years of public service – which saw him receive the Overseas Territories... Read more of this article
Video: June 5th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Covid vaccines approved for 12-15 year olds, no new Covid cases announced so far in June, no injunction granted, mandatory quarantine for non-vaccinated travelers now due to start on June 13th, “Jab and Jam” event at Bermuda College today, BDADay.com updated with 600+ photos and five hours of video, student launches clean up challenge, charter... Read more of this article
“This Is A Significant Milestone For Bermuda”
“This is a significant milestone for Bermuda, particularly from a cultural and heritage standpoint,” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr. Ernest Peets said in reference to SATA Azores Airlines launching air service between Bermuda and the Azores. A Government spokesperson said, “Today the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr.... Read more of this article
Court: No Injunction, But Expedited Hearing
“The Court was not minded to grant our application for interim injunctive relief but it did grant our application for an expedited hearing on this matter” and the application will be heard on the 7th and 8th July, the Constitutional Freedom Bermuda group said. A spokesperson said, “Constitutional Freedom Bermuda would like to take this... Read more of this article
0 New Cases, 10 Active, 1 In Hospital, 0 In ICU
The Ministry received 1210 test results and none were positive, and there are now 10 active cases, with one person in hospital. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 1210 test results since the last update, and none were positive for Covid-19. This gives a test positivity rate of 0.0%. “Additionally, there were seven... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: June 4 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... Read more of this article
Employment Opportunities At St. Regis Resort
Noting that they have “significantly increased demand over the next few months,” the St. Regis Bermuda Resort — which opened last month — said they are “able to offer exciting employment opportunities” with “over 100 job vacancies.” A spokesperson said, “The opening of The St. Regis Bermuda Resort... Read more of this article
Covid Vaccines Approved For 12 -15 Year Olds
The Ministry of Health announced that “Bermuda can begin administering the vaccine to the lower age group of 12 – 15 year olds.” “The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency [MHRA] has approved the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine in children aged 12-15,” said Kim Wilson, Minister of Health. “They have announced... Read more of this article
