Category: News
Govt Seeks Feedback On Admiralty House Plan
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is inviting the public to “review and provide feedback on the Draft Admiralty House Park Management Plan, which sets out a long-term vision for the preservation, enhancement, and sustainable use of one of Bermuda’s most cherished coastal parks.” A Government spokesperson said, “The draft... Read more of this article
Premier Leads Bermuda Delegation To Dubai
Premier David Burt has travelled to the Middle East, where he “will lead a Bermuda delegation to the Annual Satoshi Roundtable and the World Government Summit [WGS], the latter of which is hosted by the Government of the United Arab Emirates [UAE] in Dubai.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Satoshi Roundtable is an invite-only... Read more of this article
Richard Lau & Melonie McDermott Appointed
The Head of the Public Service announced the appointments of Richard Lau as Chief Information Officer and Melonie McDermott as Land Registrar. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Head of the Public Service, Cherie Whitter announced the appointments of two Director posts within the Government. “Mr. Richard Lau has been appointed to the role... Read more of this article
Column: OBA’s Ben Smith On Education & More
[Opinion column written by the OBA's Ben Smith] For more than 30 years, Bermuda has attempted to “fix” public education. We have changed structures, renamed schools, hired consultants, and launched wave after wave of big announcements. Every government has said: ‘This reform would be the one that finally delivers results.’ And yet, in 2026,... Read more of this article
‘Work Crews Removing Unauthorised Signs’
“Work crews have been removing unauthorised signs, banners and posters in specific areas across the island,” the Government said, adding that it is “part of a targeted effort to uphold public safety in high-risk areas.” A Government spokesperson said, “Today the Hon. Diallo V. Rabain, JP, MP, Minister of the Cabinet Office... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Zane DeSilva On Housing
Deputy Premier and Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva held a press conference to provide an update on housing initiatives. Minister DeSilva’s remarks: Good morning ! As we enter the New Year, the Ministry of Housing and Municipalities continues working very hard to deliver the housing solutions our country needs. I’ll be the... Read more of this article
Robert King On Westgate, Conditions & More
“Recent media reporting on conditions and security operations at Westgate Correctional Facility is concerning and deserves careful scrutiny,” Shadow Minister of National Security Robert King said. Mr. King said, “While some of the information in circulation is attributed to unidentified sources, reports of breaches to maximum-security... Read more of this article
NMB Launches Free February Initiative
The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is inviting all Bermuda residents to explore the Museum free of charge throughout February as part of its “Free for February” initiative. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is delighted to welcome the community back for its “Free for February” initiative, inviting all Bermuda... Read more of this article
College Launches Medical Nutrition Collaboration
A new initiative at Bermuda College is giving healthcare students hands-on experience in medical nutrition, diagnostics and wellness assessment. A spokesperson said, “The programme, which combines classroom learning with real-world laboratory testing and community-based health interventions, forms part of a Medical Nutrition course within the... Read more of this article
Video: January 30th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Suspect is arrested during a police operation in Warwick, the Government hosts its PSEA End-of-Year celebration, MP Dwayne Robinson and the Government address electoral reform, submissions open for the National Events Calendar, William “Billy” Griffith and Shannah Butterfield are appointed to the BTA Board, and the Bermuda Development Agency launches... Read more of this article
Four New Air Traffic Control Specialists
The Bermuda Airport Authority [BAA] announced the successful recruitment, training, and certification of four Bermudians — Hannah Fletcher, Dejon Robinson, X-onna Lowe-Stevens, and Nakiiah Robinson-Baker — as newly qualified Air Traffic Control Specialists. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Airport Authority [BAA] is pleased to announce the successful... Read more of this article
Photos: Govt PSEA End‑of‑Year Celebration
The Government announced that Keeona Belboda, Senior Abuse Registrar in the Ageing and Disability Services team, was named 2025 Employee of the Year at the Public Service Excellence Awards [PSEA] celebration. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is pleased to announce that Ms. Keeona Belboda, Senior Abuse Registrar in the... Read more of this article
