Category: News
Premier: ‘We Will Always Stand With Labour’
“We will always serve workers, we will always stand strong with labour,” Premier David Burt said, adding that “we will continue our collective work to dismantle the Two Bermudas and replace it with One Bermuda.” Speaking at Monday’s Labour Day event, Premier Burt said, “Good Morning Brothers and Sisters; Workers,... Read more of this article
Photo Set III: 2020 Labour Day Celebrations
The annual Labour Day celebrations were held yesterday [Sept 7] with people gathering on Union Square to hear speeches from Union Leaders and Government leaders, before marching through Hamilton. You can view a 2-hour video replay of yesterday’s event here, and our first two sets of photo galleries plus all our coverage of this year, and past years,... Read more of this article
Video: Sept 8th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Labour Day celebrations held, police confirm death of 31-year-old man, new website launched - BermudaElection.com, Marsh & Guy Carpenter internship program, Black Pony Gallery features Niels Reyes, Bermuda to host Rugby World Tens Series, Premier David Burt’s Labour Day message and no new confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda are some of... Read more of this article
Video: BPSU President Labour Day Speech
“Today we pause to give thanks to those who laid the foundation of Bermuda’s labour movement, to those who continue the fight and, most importantly, to all workers of Bermuda,” BPSU President Armell Thomas said. Speaking at yesterday’s Labour Day celebration, Mr Thomas said, “Let me first thank each & every one of you for coming... Read more of this article
Marsh & Guy Carpenter Internship Program
Six local students recently completed a week-long intensive internship program sponsored by the Bermuda operations of insurance broker and reinsurance broker Marsh and Guy Carpenter, the companies announced today. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the firms’ annual internship program was revamped to provide more virtual learning options. In addition... Read more of this article
PLP & OBA On New Parties & Independents
“It speaks to the health of our democracy that new parties and independents are looking to run and represent the people,” the PLP said, while the OBA said “given who is leading the new Party, there is clearly a sentiment that an alternative to the PLP is needed.” These statements were made after Bernews asked both parties for comment... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Death Of 31-Year-Old Man
[Updated] Emergency personnel responded to Front Street in Hamilton this afternoon, with a search launched after a man fell overboard. A police spokesperson said, “At around 5.30 this afternoon, a 31-year-old male fell of the number one dock on Front Street and reportedly struck his head on the back of the vessel Zara. He disappeared under... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Jason Hayward On Labour Day
“I want you to know that you are valued and the work you do is much appreciated,” Minister of Labour Jason Hayward told attendees at today’s Labour Day celebrations. Minister Hayward — the former President of the BPSU — said, “While I have given numerous speeches in recognition of the annual Labour Day celebrations, this... Read more of this article
Photos: 2020 Labour Day Parade & Speeches
The annual Labour Day celebrations were held today [Sept 7] with people gathering on Union Square to hear speeches from Union Leaders and Government leaders, before marching through Hamilton. We will have an additional set of photos later on, and you can view a 2-hour video replay of this morning’s event here, and all our coverage of this year,... Read more of this article
2 Hour Video: Labour Day Speeches & March
[Updated] The annual Labour Day celebration is taking place today [Sept 7] with people gathering on Union Square where speakers will address the crowd, before the march through Hamilton is held. We will have photos and additional coverage later on and in the meantime, the live video replay is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 2-hour... Read more of this article
Opposition Leader’s Labour Day Message
[Labour Day message from Opposition Leader Craig Cannonier] Monday marks one of the most important days in Bermuda’s calendar – Labour Day. The One Bermuda Alliance has always supported the labour movement and will continue to do so. Leaders like Ottiwell Simmons were instrumental in building a stronger Bermuda and enhancing and protecting workers’... Read more of this article
List Of Polling Stations For General Election
With voters set to head to the polls, a look at the locations of polling stations for the 2020 General Election — 36 in total, marking one for each of the Island’s constituencies — is below, with the information courtesy of the Parliamentary Registry’s official website: Polling Station Rules; Acceptable forms of Identification for... Read more of this article
