Category: News
Minister Updates On St. Georges Hotel Project
Minister of Economic Development and Tourism Jamahl Simmons provided an update on the progress of the hotel development in St. Georges in the House of Assembly today [Dec 8], saying “the progress has been visible – the commitment to hiring Bermudian professionals is genuine – and the pledge to the people of St. Georges, and Bermuda’s overall... Read more of this article
Minister David Burch Updates On Bridge Plans
Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch provided an update on the plans surrounding bridge infrastructure in the House of Assembly today [Dec 8], and also provided information on the contract awarded to Ramboll UK. “Infrastructure is crucial. Humanity is naturally pulled toward what sustains us, be that practical or amenable. Real infrastructure... Read more of this article
Ministry: 38 Bus Runs Cancelled On Friday
The cancellation of bus runs continue, with the Ministry releasing a list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Dec 8] with thirty-eight bus runs cancelled. Related Stories Ministry: 4 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday Ministry: 2 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday Ministry: 3 Bus Runs Cancelled On Wednesday Ministry: 3 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday Ministry:... Read more of this article
Opportunities For Space-Oriented Businesses
“The space industry presents real economic opportunities for forward-thinking, business-friendly jurisdictions,” Minister of Transport & Regulatory Affairs Walter Roban said in the House of Assembly today [Dec 8], and “we should strive to become one of the most enabling economic jurisdictions for space-oriented businesses in the... Read more of this article
Govt’s Loan Facility With Bank Of Butterfield
The Government is executing a $135 million 18 month loan facility agreement with the Bank of Butterfield, Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said, adding that “it must be noted that at this time Government has not borrowed $135 million but only is arranging a facility in place to borrow up to this amount.” Speaking the House of Assembly... Read more of this article
Minister Foggo Updates On Union Negotiations
Minister of Government Reform Lovitta Foggo provided an update on the status of the negotiations with the Unions in the House of Assembly today [Dec 8]. Minister Foggo said, “To date, Collective Bargaining Agreements have been executed with the Bermuda Public Services Union and the Fire Services Association. Agreements in principle have been reached... Read more of this article
Premier Burt On European Council Conclusions
Following the ECOFIN meeting in Brussels, Finance Ministers of European Member States “reaffirmed Bermuda’s status as a cooperative tax jurisdiction, “Premier David Burt said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Dec 8], the Premier, who also serves as Minister of Finance, said, “As I have said time and time again, Bermuda is... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Sanda Pandas Tournament
The Bermuda Sanshou Association [BSA] hosted its Sanda Pandas Inaugural In-house Tournament in their home gym located at Aries Sports Centre on Thursday. Fourteen sanda athletes between the ages of 5 and 11 competed in the event. The Sanda Pandas Chinese kickboxing program, under the tutelage of multiple regional champion and world medalist Sentwali... Read more of this article
December 8th: House Of Assembly Schedule
[Updating] Today’s [Dec 8] session of the House of Assembly is expected to be busy, with the Casino Gaming Amendment, Domestic Partnership, and Decriminalisation of Cannabis Amendment due for their second reading, while Ministerial statements are scheduled for topics including a Loan Facility Agreement, the EU list of Non-Cooperative Jurisdictions,... Read more of this article
1,556 Visit ER Due To Road Accidents In 2017
1,556 people visited the Hospital’s Emergency Department as far this year due to road traffic accidents, according to the latest statistics from the Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB]. Speaking at a press conference yesterday, Minister of Transport & Regulatory Affairs Walter Roban said, “Road traffic accidents are taking a terrible toll... Read more of this article
Police Service Welcomes 12 New Constables
The Passing Out Parade for Recruit Foundation Course #78 took place yesterday at Police Headquarters in Prospect, with twelve new Constables welcomed to the Police Service. In attendance at the ceremony were several dignitaries including Governor John Rankin, Attorney-General Kathy Lynn Simmons, U.S. Consul General Mary Ellen Koenig, Secretary for... Read more of this article
Video: Dec 8th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Domestic Partnership Bill to be debated in Parliament today, Kalmar Richards named as Acting Commissioner of Education, Hamilton Princess unveils 6.5ft tall gingerbread house, Bill to change the date of Bermuda Day holiday passed in Senate, teachers take part in a two-day workshop for the PATHS Programme, and Bermuda Hospitals Board voted as... Read more of this article
