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Uniformed Services Cadet Training Programme
The Government will implement a Uniformed Services Cadet Training Programme providing foundational training for young people of school age. This is according to the 2023 Throne Speech, with the relevant extract stating, “To address the human resource issues identified within our uniformed services, and to ensure that more Bermudians are able to... Read more of this article
Minister Hayward Attends AfriCaribbean Forum
Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward participated in the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum [ACTIF] held in Georgetown, Guyana. A Government spokesperson said, “The Hon Jason Hayward, Minister of Economy and Labour, recently attended the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum [ACTIF], an initiative of Afrieximbank, which took place... Read more of this article
Cherie-lynn Whitter Named Public Service Head
Cherie-lynn Whitter has been appointed as the Head of the Public Service, the Government announced today. A Government spokesperson said, “Following the recommendation of the Public Service Commission [PSC], Mrs. Cherie-lynn Whitter has been appointed as the Head of the Public Service. “Mrs. Whitter assumes the role following the retirement... Read more of this article
Passport Processing Resumes, Delays Expected
The Department of Immigration has resumed processing passport applications, noting that there were over 450 outstanding passport applications in process before the cyber-attack last month, so ”until the application backlog returns to normal levels, the processing timeline may take up to 20 weeks.” A Government spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article
Prosecutions Team Participate In Conference
The Director of Public Prosecutions [DPP], Cindy Clarke, led a small team to London to participate in the International Association of Prosecutors’ [IAP] Annual General Conference, held from September 24-27, under the theme “The Changing Nature of Crime in the 21st Century: Challenges and Responses” A Government spokesperson said, “There... Read more of this article
Single Lane Closure On Middle Road, Smiths
The Ministry of Public Works announced a single-lane closure on Middle Road near Jennings Road in Smiths from October 26th to 27th. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform the motoring public that Middle Road near Jennings Road, Smiths Parish, will have a single-lane closure in order to relocate utility services... Read more of this article
Accountant General Offices Closure
The Accountant General’s Offices, including the Cashiers’ Office, will close at 1:00 p.m. on Friday and reopen at 8:45 a.m. on Monday. A Government spokesperson said, “The Accountant General’s Offices [including the Cashiers’ Office] will be closing at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 20, 2023. The offices and cashiers will re-open on Monday,... Read more of this article
Govt Seeks Public Input On Homelessness
The Government of Bermuda continues to seeks input from people regarding homelessness. A Government spokesperson said, “Homelessness is a growing concern on our island, and we are committed to taking action. Understanding the community’s perceptions of homelessness is the first step toward real change. We invite you to provide your thoughts,... Read more of this article
Video: Premier Updates On Cyber-Attack
[Updated] Premier David Burt is holding a press conference to provide an update on the ongoing restoration of services following the cyber incident. Further information will be available later, and in the meantime, you can watch the live video below. Update: The Premier said, “The forensic review of the attack and its impact continues, but there... Read more of this article
Team Public Service Earns PSEA Award For Sept
“Without question, the last few weeks have been exhausting and challenging for the Government. But our public servants have gone above and beyond to ensure that critical services were met, in spite of the adversity faced. I am extremely grateful for everyone’s resilience and adaptability as we worked to provide solutions to navigate through the... Read more of this article
Primary School Process Being Reassessed
In July, the Government announced that it would revisit the parish primary school decision process integrating ‘History and Legacy’, and schools were asked to submit their nominations by this Friday [Oct 13], and the Government said “the scoring process for parishes with more than one Primary School will be reassessed with the additional... Read more of this article
TCD Notifies Taxi Owners On License Pickups
The Transport Control Department said they “would like to notify taxi owners who have recently renewed their vehicle licenses that their license certificates are ready for pickup at the Information Desk located at our North Street facility.” Related Stories BTOA Expresses Concern Over Rumble Strips BDA Taxi Owners Await Proposal Implementation BTOA... Read more of this article
Ministry Reminder: Improved Day Care Allowance
The Ministry of Economy and Labour said they wish to “remind the public that applications for the new, improved child daycare allowance are available from the Department of Financial Assistance.” A Government spokesperson said, “Details of the income categories and maximum monthly allowance that may be granted to an eligible child... Read more of this article
Govt Unveils New Rooming House In Sandys
As part of their effort to provide affordable housing, the Government/BHC has completed the renovation of a building on Beacon Hill Road in Sandys, and BHC’s Support Services Department have identified five clients – who are working – to live in the rooming house, and rents for the shared accommodation will include electricity, water, and... Read more of this article
Police, Ministry, Schools, Shops Work Together
“As part of ongoing efforts to address the issue of anti-social behaviour involving schoolchildren in the City of Hamilton, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS], will be working in partnership with the Ministry of Education, private schools and shopkeepers in and around the Washington Mall area of the City of Hamilton with a view to reducing the incidences... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: New Pilot Boat Arrives
A new pilot boat arrived in Bermuda after a 650 nautical mile journey from Newport, replacing the 42-year-old pilot boat St. George. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine and Ports Services took possession of the new pilot boat, the St George, on Thursday, 5 October, after a roughly 650 nautical miles passage from Newport to... Read more of this article
