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Ministry Addresses Water Supply Disruption
The Ministry of Public Works is “actively working to address a disruption in the potable water system in St. George’s.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry wishes to assure residents and businesses reliant upon this water supply that our team of experts is diligently addressing the issue. “Service restoration is anticipated... Read more of this article
Govt IT Issues ‘From An External Source’
[Updated with video] The Government is “currently experiencing internet/email and phone service interruptions.” “All Departments are impacted,” a spokesperson said. ”The Department of Information and Digital Technology [IDT] is working quickly to restore service and apologizes for any disruption and inconvenience caused.” Speaking... Read more of this article
Michael DeLeon Earns PSEA Award For August
Michael DeLeon, Operations Manager at the Department of Public Transport, has earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for August. A Government spokesperson said, “This week [Sept. 18], the Premier recognized Michael DeLeon, Operations Manager at the Department of Public Transport, as the recipient of the August Public Service Excellence... Read more of this article
Govt Issues Statement Post Hurricane Lee
The Ministry of National Security is advising the public that the island’s main roadways are clear for passage. A Government spokesperson said, “Following assessments by the Ministry of Public Works and utilities crews, the Ministry of National Security is advising the public that the main roadways are clear for passage. “The public... Read more of this article
Govt Issue Afternoon Advisory On Hurricane Lee
The Government issued an advisory this afternoon [Sept 14] on Hurricane Lee, noting that the closest point of approach is currently expected to be at midnight. A Government spokesperson said, “As of the Bermuda Weather Service’s 12 p.m. update, a Tropical Storm warning remains in effect for our island. “Hurricane Lee is currently a... Read more of this article
House Of Assembly Meeting Cancelled On Friday
The meeting of the House of Assembly has been cancelled tomorrow [Sept 15] due to Hurricane Lee. A Government spokesperson said, “In light of Hurricane Lee, please be advised that there will be no meeting of the House of Assembly tomorrow Friday, September 15th. The next meeting will be on September 22nd.” You can see all our coverage of... Read more of this article
Government Announce Early Pension Payments
The Department of Social Insurance advised that “as a precautionary measure, pension benefit payments ordinarily made by direct deposit on September 15th, will be processed today, earlier than usual, due to any disruption due to Hurricane Lee.” A Government spokesperson said, “For those receiving pension cheques, they have been printed... Read more of this article
Govt Provides Update On Hurricane Lee
The Government provided an update on Hurricane Lee, noting that the onset of tropical storm force winds is anticipated at around noon on Thursday and the EMO will convene tomorrow [Sept 13] and “substantive decisions will be made at that time, and these decisions will be promptly communicated to the public.” A Government spokesperson said,... Read more of this article
“Discover Your Library” Events In September
“We are thrilled to announce a month-long celebration of library card sign-ups and renewals at the Bermuda National Library & Archives [BNLA] this September,” said the Minister of Education Diallo Rabain. “A library card is not just a piece of plastic but a gateway to endless possibilities. In today’s information-driven world,... Read more of this article
Ministry Issues Tree Trimming Advisory
Noting that we are in hurricane season, the Ministry of Public Works said they are “issuing a timely tree trimming reminder for residents” as “it is aware of the current overgrowth of vegetation and tree branches, which have encroached into the island’s sidewalks and roadways.” A Ministry spokesperson said, “While the Ministry... Read more of this article
Ministers & Air Service Development Team Meet
Last week, Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert and Minister of Tourism Vance Campbell hosted a meeting with the Air Service Development Team. A Government spokesperson said, “The discussions centred around key topics such as enhancing air service operations during the shoulder months of November to March, marketing plans, capacity projections,... Read more of this article
Statistics Department To Close Half Day Today
The Department of Statistics will close at 12.30pm today [Sept 7] to “facilitate a team-building exercise.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Statistics advises the public that its office at 48 Cedar Avenue, Hamilton, will close at 12:30 p.m. today, Thursday, 7 September, to facilitate a team-building exercise. “The... Read more of this article
BTA Receives ‘Accreditation With Distinction’
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has earned reaccreditation eight years after first receiving the Destination Marketing Accreditation Programme [DMAP] seal from Destinations International [DI]. A spokesperson said, “The DMAP seal is awarded in recognition of the BTA’s commitment to industry excellence and meeting the industry standard for... Read more of this article
