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Ministry Highlights Changes To Motor Car Act
“The new year will see simplified and modernized processes for Bermuda’s road users,” Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert said. A Government spokesperson said, “Minister Furbert outlined changes to legislation starting with the Motor Car Act 1951 which will be amended to remove the requirement for a medical examination during the driver’s... Read more of this article
Applications Open For Govt Boards, Committees
The Cabinet Office is reminding residents interested in serving on government boards and committees that applications are currently open and the process remains ongoing. A Government spokesperson said, “The Cabinet Office is taking this opportunity to remind interested residents who wish to serve on Government boards and committees that they can currently... Read more of this article
Govt: National Seniors Strategy Is Online
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors is reminding the public that the National Seniors Strategy can be found online. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors wishes to remind the public that the National Seniors Strategy can be found online. Learn more about the key pillars: healthy... Read more of this article
“This Decision Marks Meaningful Progress”
The Ministry of Home Affairs said they “acknowledge the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda’s [RA] recent approval of adjustments to BELCO’s electricity rates, which resulted in an average reduction of 0.54% to 2.66% across customer classes.” A Government spokesperson said, “This decision marks meaningful progress toward balancing... Read more of this article
Ministry Statement On Immigration Agencies
The Ministry of Economy and Labour has “noted an increasing issue where some immigration agencies fail to promptly submit applicants’ immigration applications to the Department of Immigration.” A Government spokesperson said, “Submissions are sometimes delayed for weeks or months, and the applications lack proof of payment when submitted.... Read more of this article
Fiscal Responsibility Panel Annual Assessment
The Fiscal Responsibility Panel has released their 2024 Annual Assessment. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda acknowledges the release of the Fiscal Responsibility Panel’s 2024 Annual Assessment and its position regarding Bermuda’s economic recovery and fiscal trajectory. “The Government welcomes the recognition of its... Read more of this article
GIS Platform Launched For Climate Change
The Government of Bermuda has launched a Geographic Information System [GIS] designed to enhance understanding and inform action based on the findings of the recently published Climate Change and Its Impact on Bermuda Study. A spokesperson said, “The public will recall that this landmark study, released on November 27, highlights the pressing... Read more of this article
Post Office Security Team Earns PSEA Award
The Bermuda Post Office Security Team — Richard Hazelwood, Tekle Ming, John Pitcher, Keith Wainwright, Barbara Ingemann, Samuel Brangman, and Dwayne Brown — earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for November. A Government spokesperson said, “On Friday, December 13th, the Government of Bermuda announced the Bermuda Post... Read more of this article
Launch Of Uniformed Services Recruitment
“This campaign is a call to all Bermudians to ‘step up, take the challenge’ and consider a fulfilling career in our uniformed services,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security is announcing the launch of a comprehensive, multi-month campaign to encourage... Read more of this article
Tax Reform Commission To Host Town Meeting
The Bermuda Tax Reform Commission will host a Town Hall on December 17th. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tax Reform Commission is holding a Town Hall meeting designed to inform and engage Bermuda residents about the Commission’s mission, activities, and the important role it plays in providing recommendations that can impact the... Read more of this article
Accountant General Closing Early On Dec 13
The Accountant General’s Office will close early tomorrow [Dec 13] at 3:30 PM for a staff function. A Government spokesperson said, “The Accountant General’s Office wishes to inform the public that all offices, including the cashier’s window, located in the Government Administration Building will close at 3:30 PM tomorrow, December... Read more of this article
Electrical NOC Recertification Deadline On Jan 6
The Department of Workforce Development is reminding all electricians in Bermuda holding a valid or recently expired Electrical National Occupational Certification [NOC] that the deadline to complete the mandatory NOC Recertification is January 6, 2025. A Government spokesperson said, “Maintaining certification ensures compliance with the Department... Read more of this article
