Hashtag: #2023ThroneSpeech
Ministers Expand On Throne Speech Initiatives
The Government media has released two videos with Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Kathy Lynn Simmons and Minister of Education Diallo Rabain discussing Throne Speech initiatives. A Government spokesperson said, “As the public is aware, the theme of this year’s Throne Speech is “Serving the People”. And strengthening and... Read more of this article
Minister: Overview Of Digital Fare System Plans
The Government plans a Digital Fare system to “enable commuters to pay for their rides using smart cards or mobile apps,” Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert said, with the plan aimed at “leveraging technology to simplify the process of using public transportation.” Speaking at a press conference on November 15, Minister... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Campbell Press Conference
Minister for the Cabinet Office Vance Campbell held a press conference today [Nov 17] to highlight the areas outlined in the Throne Speech. Minister Campbell’s full statement follows below: Good afternoon and thank you for joining me. The Cabinet Office is the heart of the Government of Bermuda. This Ministry sets the vision and policy direction... Read more of this article
Video: Ministers David Burch & Tinee Furbert
[Updated] Minister of Public Works David Burch and Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert are holding a press conference today [Nov 16] to “discuss their respective ministries’ initiatives, as outlined in the Speech from the Throne”. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video... Read more of this article
OBA Senate Leader On Throne Speech Debate
“It’s clear to the Bermudian people that this Government has no sense of urgency when it comes to acknowledging the many problems facing most Bermudians today,” Opposition Senate Leader Robin Tucker said following the session in the Senate. Senator Tucker said, “The One Bermuda Alliance Senate team was prepared to respond to the... Read more of this article
Video: Ministers Hold Press Conference
[Updated] Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward and Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert are holding a press conference today [Nov 15] to “discuss their respective ministries’ initiatives, as outlined in the Speech from the Throne”. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Update Nov... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Darrell Press Conference
[Updated] Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell is holding a press conference today [Nov 14] to “discuss upcoming ministry initiatives, as outlined in the Speech from the Throne.” We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. The 18-minute live video replay is below: Update 7.08pm: Minister... Read more of this article
BPSU Statement On 2023 Throne Speech
The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] provided feedback on the initiatives in the 2023 Throne Speech, noting the Union ”will continue to advocate for collaborative decision-making, data-driven policies, and measures that enhance the working conditions and overall quality of life for all Bermudians.” A spokesperson said, “Last week,... Read more of this article
PLP: OBA Reply To Speech Was A ‘Disservice’
“The OBA’s reply to the 2023 Throne Speech ”was a disservice to the House of Assembly and Bermuda as the “OBA has presented absolutely no plan,” PLP MP Neville Tyrrell said. Mr Tyrrell said, “In the House of Assembly, the Reply to Speech from the Throne is the start of the annual “General Debate”, where members... Read more of this article
Richardson Delivers Reply To Throne Speech
The “Government’s Economic Development Strategy and the Economic Recovery Plan are case studies in poor execution” and “we can no longer afford to focus on settling old scores, pouring scorn and contempt on those different from us, or trying to bring about ideological fantasies,” Leader of the Opposition Jarion Richardson said... Read more of this article
Video: Premier’s Throne Speech Presentation
[Premier David Burt’s National Address] Good evening, Bermuda, Governance is not without its peaks and valleys. As your Premier, it is my duty and honour to earnestly inform and guide our island through each milestone with transparency and intent. Our recent journey has seen us navigate through a pandemic, a cyber-attack on our Government, the threats... Read more of this article
Video: Ministers Hold Press Conference
[Updated] Minister of National Security Michael Weeks and Minister of Education Diallo Rabain are holding a press conference today [Nov 9] to discuss their Ministries’ initiatives outlined in the 2023 Throne Speech. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Update Nov 9, 1.40pm: Minister Weeks’... Read more of this article
Premier To Give Address On Throne Speech
On November 9 at 8.00 p.m., Premier David Burt “will deliver a comprehensive address to the people of Bermuda” about the recent Throne Speech. A Government spokesperson said, “Tomorrow [November 9], at 8.00 p.m., Premier David Burt will deliver a comprehensive address to the people of Bermuda. The Premier will speak specifically about... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Wilson Press Conference
[Updated] Minister of Health Kim Wilson is holding a press conference today [Nov 8] to “discuss various Ministry of Health initiatives outlined in the Throne Speech.” We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. The 21-minute live video replay is below: Update Nov 8, 12.40pm: The Minister’s... Read more of this article
‘Provide Basic Banking Services To All Residents’
“We will legislate the requirement for licensed banks to have a duty to provide basic banking services to all residents,” Premier David Burt said today. This had been mentioned in the 2023 Throne Speech, which said, “In today’s digital age, the use of a bank account is a basic necessity for Bermudians. During this session, and similar... Read more of this article
Video: Premier Burt Press Conference
[Updated] Premier David Burt is conducting a media briefing today [Nov 6] to “address and discuss various initiatives outlined in the Throne Speech.” We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Update Nov 6, 4.34pm: Premier Burt’s remarks follow below: Good afternoon, and welcome to members... Read more of this article
