Category: News
Minister: Impact Of Labour Act Amendments
Minister of Labour Jason Hayward released the following statement regarding the impact of the Employment Amendment Act 2020 and Labour Relations and Trade Union [Consolidation] Act 2020. Minister Hayward said, “The overarching aim of the Ministry of Labour is the expansion of jobs within Bermuda. In order to ensure that this is achieved, the legislative... Read more of this article
BPS Confirm Death Of 35-Yr-Old O’Dean Phillips
The police have now confirmed the death of 35-year-old O’Dean Phillips, who passed away following a serious single road traffic collision in Devonshire. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 35-year-old O’Dean Phillips. “Mr. Phillips passed away following a serious single road traffic collision... Read more of this article
2021 Restaurant Weeks Begins Tomorrow
The Bermuda-inspired Restaurant Weeks 2021 is set to begin tomorrow [Jan 14], marking the festival’s 10th anniversary. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s distinct food culture, and the harvest heroes behind it, will be front and centre starting Thursday, when an extended version of the island’s annual Restaurant Weeks kicks off the festival’s... Read more of this article
Minister: Covid-19 Vaccine Allocation Strategy
Minister Kim Wilson provided information on Bermuda’s Covid-19 vaccine allocation strategy, with the priority to be given to “groups most at risk from getting sick from Covid-19.” Speaking at last night’s [Jan 12] press briefing, Minister Wilson said, “Our vaccine strategy has been developed based on international best... Read more of this article
US To Require Negative Test From Air Passengers
The United States is “expanding the requirement for a negative Covid-19 test to all air passengers entering the United States” effective January 26th. A statement from CDC said, “The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expanding the requirement for a negative COVID-19 test to all air passengers entering the United States. “Testing... Read more of this article
Madelyn Moore Named WAC Swimmer Of Week
Bermuda’s Madelyn Moore has been named the Western Athletic Conference Women’s Swimmer Of The Week after an impressive performance over the weekend in Colorado Springs. The school’s announcement said, “After a monstrous performance over the weekend in Colorado Springs, junior Madelyn Moore has been named the Western Athletic... Read more of this article
Video: Jan 13th Bernews Morning Newsflash
No agreement with minibuses for school runs, Education Minister on reform, registration & more, Cole Simons says that Government continues ‘unjustifiable spending’, Senate in session today, ICC suggest ‘Sluggo Catch’ uniform for Bermuda, MarketPlace promote Mitchell Foote and Michael Cann, BNV with Meredith Andrews & Nikita Robinson, Coralisle... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Jan 12 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
Video: Govt Covid-19 Press Conference
[Updated] The Government will be holding a press conference at approximately 5.45pm this evening [Jan 12] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage following the press conference, our continuous live updates on Covid-19 are here, and the live video below should start showing the press conference at around 5.45pm. Update 5.34pm:... Read more of this article
Mitchell Foote & Michael Cann Promoted
MarketPlace announced the promotions of Bermudians Mitchell Foote and Michael Cann to store managers. A spokesperson said, “Mr Foote and Mr Cann previously served as assistant store managers at Shelly Bay MarketPlace and Somerset MarketPlace, respectively. “In their new roles, Mr Foote and Mr Cann will oversee store operations at A1 Smiths and A1... Read more of this article
Video: Meredith Andrews & Nikita Robinson
Meredith Andrews and Nikita Robinson – who were both recognized in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List – are joining Bernews this afternoon [Jan 12] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. Meredith Andrews The statement previously released announcing the Queen’s Certificate & Badge of Honour said, “Bermudian... Read more of this article
Education Minister: Reform, Registration & More
The Minister of Education Diallo Rabain provided an update on the plans for Education Reform, Virtual School Open Houses, and school registration. Minister Rabain stated, “The Government is undertaking Education Reform, however, there will be no closure of any schools for September 2021 and preschool, primary, middle and senior school registration... Read more of this article
