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PLP Responds To OBA’s Throne Speech Reply
The PLP said that the OBA’s “call for an election is perplexing, especially given their ongoing challenges in presenting a full slate of candidates.” A spokesperson said, “The Government acknowledges the One Bermuda Alliance’s [OBA] recent response to the Throne Speech. However, their call for an election is perplexing, especially... Read more of this article
Opposition Delivers Reply To Throne Speech
The One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] has released their official reply to the 2024 Throne Speech. The document – titled Securing Bermuda’s Future – covers a number of issues, and it states, “Bermuda is locked in a storm of this Government’s making. There is no more meat on the bones of this Government. It is now a square peg trying... Read more of this article
PLP Statement On Reply To Throne Speech
The PLP release the statement in advance of the official Opposition’s Reply to the Throne Speech. A spokesperson said, “As the One Bermuda Alliance prepares to deliver their official response to the Throne Speech tomorrow, the Progressive Labour Party wants to remind Bermudians what we stand for—and what they can expect from the OBA. “The... Read more of this article
Column: Lindsay Simmons On Throne Speech
[Opinion column written by the PLP Senator Lindsay Simmons] In our 2024 Throne Speech, we made one thing clear: the PLP is here to protect and uplift Bermuda’s most vulnerable and to continue making steady progress towards a fairer Bermuda for all of us. From seniors and persons with disabilities to low-income families and those experiencing homelessness,... Read more of this article
Video: Post Throne Speech Press Conference
Minister of Health Kim Wilson, Minister of National Security Michael Weeks, Minister of Labour Jason Hayward hold a joint media conference to highlight their Ministries respective Throne Speech initiatives. Minister Kim Wilson’s full statement follows below: Good afternoon. In this year’s Throne Speech, the Government of Bermuda set the agenda... Read more of this article
MP Susan Jackson On Taxi Payroll Relief
“This year’s PLP Throne Speech promised taxi owners a payroll tax relief, but legislation still has to be tabled and passed before the relief can be meted,” Shadow Transport Minister Susan Jackson said. Ms Jackson said, “Taxi owners expected the tax relief in September, but were met with resistance from TCD staff. Now there’s confusion... Read more of this article
BPSU Responds To 2024 Throne Speech
The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] says that it expresses its “support for several ambitious initiatives outlined in the recent Throne Speech” and added that “urgent action is needed to stem the tide of rising healthcare costs” and also noted that pension reform is “another growing concern.” A spokesperson said,... Read more of this article
Video: Premier & Minister Press Conference
[Updated] Premier David Burt and Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert are holding a press conference this afternoon [Nov 12] to discuss the recently announced Throne Speech initiatives. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 5.56pm: The Premier’s full statement follows... Read more of this article
Column: MP Jache Adams On Throne Speech
[Opinion column written by MP Jache Adams] The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] has always believed in fairness as the foundation of a strong and inclusive Bermuda. Over the years, we have implemented many policies designed to make Bermuda fairer, including reducing payroll taxes for 86% of our workers, creating a minimum wage to ensure fair compensation,... Read more of this article
Centre Against Abuse On 2024 Throne Speech
The Centre Against Abuse [CAA] said they are “enthusiastic and pleased that the Throne Speech included the implementation of a Specialist Domestic Abuse Court for Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “CAA has lobbied for this initiative over the past decade, and we want to express our gratitude to all involved in moving this forward. “We... Read more of this article
Photos: Opening Of Parliament, Throne Speech
The Convening of Parliament took place this morning [Nov 8], with the 2024 Throne Speech outlining the Government’s legislative agenda for the year ahead. Senators, Ministers, Members of Parliament, and other dignitaries attended the proceedings. Related Stories PLP Responds... Read more of this article
Chamber Of Commerce On Throne Speech
“We believe it would be more beneficial for the economy and society overall if the Government focused on strengthening its existing responsibilities before extending its reach into further areas of the private sector,” the Chamber of Commerce said following today’s Throne Speech. A spokesperson said, “It was positive to see a... Read more of this article
