Category: News
Govt, OBA & City Respond To Privy Council Ruling
[Updated] The Government said they welcomed today’s “judgment by the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council, which upholds its position on the Municipalities Reform legislation.” A Government spokesperson said, “The decision affirms the Government’s position that modernisation of Bermuda’s municipalities is both lawful... Read more of this article
Global Entrepreneurship Week From Nov 17–23
The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] is gearing up to celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week [GEW] Bermuda 2025 from November 17th to 23rd, joining more than 200 countries in spotlighting entrepreneurship as a driver of innovation, job creation, and growth. A spokesperson said, “This year’s theme, Together We Build, highlights the... Read more of this article
Help Locate 15-Year-Old Ja’Dore Wilson
The police have issued another appeal for the community to help locate 15-year-old Ja’Dore Wilson, noting that it has “now been three weeks since Ja’Dore was reportedly last seen.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] commends those residents who have provided any information to support the ongoing police... Read more of this article
Consultation Opens On Landlord & Tenant Bill
The Ministry of Home Affairs has opened a public consultation on the draft 2025 Landlord and Tenant Bill, seeking feedback from residents, landlords, tenants, and industry stakeholders. The public consultation will remain active until October 31, 2025. Feedback can be submitted online at www.forum.gov.bm. A Government spokesperson said, “The proposed... Read more of this article
Bermuda Set To Observe ‘Purple Thursday’
Bermuda is being encouraged to participate in Purple Thursday on October 16 in “remembrance and resolve for domestic abuse victims/survivors.” A spokesperson said, “Tammy L Richardson-Augustus, a non-executive director and former law partner, has been advocating for victims/survivors of abuse for 10 years. “As Bermuda continues... Read more of this article
MP Dwayne Robinson On Road Safety
We must do our best to address road safety, Dwayne Robinson said, with the OBA MP suggesting that the government release an updated national road safety plan, invest more funds to improve the condition of the roads, support TCD with increasing the enforcement of our transport laws and more. Mr Robinson — the Shadow Minister of Tourism, Culture... Read more of this article
Apply For Bacardi ‘Shake Your Future’ Program
Bacardi has opened applications for the fourth cohort of its Shake Your Future bartender training program, which offers four weeks of training at the European Bartender School in London, followed by two weeks of workshops in Bermuda and a six-month local work placement. A spokesperson said, “Family-owned Bacardi, the largest privately held international... Read more of this article
Video: October 8th Bernews Morning Newsflash
The police confirmed the death of Carlos Tavares, Crisson Jewellers reopened after a burglary, Bermuda College reported its highest enrolment since the pandemic, the Bermuda London Office issued a student advisory, BILTIR announced its 2025–27 Board Leadership, and this week’s Wallpaper Wednesday featuring our motto “Quo Fata Ferunt” are some... Read more of this article
Crisson Jewellers Reopens After Burglary
Crisson Jewellers has reopened its Queen Street store today, following a temporary closure “due to a burglary and vandalism that occurred during the recent hurricane.” “The Crisson team worked diligently to restore the store and resume serving the community as quickly as possible.” “For over 100 years, Crisson has weathered... Read more of this article
College Enrolment Highest Since Pandemic
Bermuda College has recorded an increase in students, with the Fall 2025 enrolment reaching 592 students — a five per cent rise over the previous year and the highest since the start of the pandemic. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College has seen a sharp rise in student numbers to the highest level since the onset of Covid-19. Overall, the... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Death Of Carlos Tavares
The Bermuda Police Service has confirmed the death of 62-year-old Carlos Tavares. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the identity of the male whose body was recovered from the water just off of Ducking Stool Park, Devonshire, as 62-year-old Carlos Tavares. “Mr. Tavares had reportedly entered the water... Read more of this article
Bermuda London Office Issues Student Advisory
The Government of Bermuda London Office welcomed Bermudian students in the UK, reminding them of their eligibility for home student tuition rates, access to student finance, and encouraging them to register with the office for support and updates. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda London Office takes this opportunity to extend... Read more of this article
