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Govt To Invest Millions In New Asphalt Plant
“This purchase is not merely an acquisition; it’s a real sign of progress in addressing the state of our roads,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch about an agreement to acquire a new asphalt plant. A Government spokesperson said, “Cabinet has approved the purchase of a new, cutting-edge asphalt plant and road asphalting... Read more of this article
Govt: Technical Issue Affects Pay Advice
The Government’s Department of Employee & Organizational Development [DE&OD] is “advising of a technical anomaly affecting monthly employees and pensioners.” A DE&OD spokesperson advised that, “Although monthly employees and pensioners were compensated at the end of January and February 2024, due to a technical issue some... Read more of this article
Minister Roban To Attend World Ocean Summit
Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban will represent Bermuda at the 11th Annual World Ocean Summit and Expo in Lisbon, Portugal, from March 11th to 13th, 2024. Minister Roban explained, “I am happy to share that while attending COP28 and speaking at an event hosted by Island Innovation, the Economist, recognized as one of the... Read more of this article
Human Rights Conference On March 21
The Bermuda Human Rights Commission announced their 2024 conference — with a theme of ‘What Can I Do? What Can We Do?’ — will take place on March 21st at Pier Six, Front Street, Hamilton from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A spokesperson said, “Executive Officer, Lisa Reed, extends a public invitation to anyone who is passionate about... Read more of this article
“PATI & The People’s Budget: Now What?”
The “PATI & The People’s Budget: Now what?” discussion will be held on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Information Commissioner Gitanjali S. Gutierrez and media personality Jamel Hardtman invite the public on Wednesday, 6 March at 6:00pm AST to join PATI & The People’s Budget: Now what? Keeping your government... Read more of this article
Legislation To Protect Employee Tips In Effect
The Ministry of Economy and Labour reminded the public that the Employment [Protection of Employee Tips and Other Gratuities] Amendment Act 2023 and the Procedural Guidance for determining the distribution of tips and other gratuities comes into effect today [March 1]. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is reminded that the Amendment... Read more of this article
Chris Spencer Appointed As Director Of TCD
The Head of the Public Service, Cherie Whitter, announced the appointment of T A ‘Chris’ Spencer as the Director of the Transport Control Department [TCD]. A Government spokesperson said, ”In his capacity as Director of TCD, Mr. Spencer will operate under the guidance of the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transport. He will... Read more of this article
ILO Report: Violence And Harassment In Work
In 2019, the International Labour Organization [ILO] adopted Convention No. 190, the Violence and Harassment Convention and its accompanying Recommendation [No.206], recognizing the right of everyone to a world of work free from violence and harassment. A Government spokesperson said, “In 2022, the ILO strengthened their commitment to combat violence... Read more of this article
Homelessness Consultation Closes On Feb 29
The Ministry of Youth Social Development and Seniors reminded the public that the ongoing consultation phase on the Draft Plan to End Homelessness in Bermuda closes on February 29th, 2024. The Tineé Furbert, Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors shared, “As we continue the journey to ending homelessness in Bermuda, we are reminded... Read more of this article
Creatives Culture Labs Workshops To Be Held
The Department of Culture has announced the continuation of its professional development workshops for the creative community, Creatives Culture Labs, now in its second year. The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, Owen Darrell shared, “These workshops are aimed at enhancing the skills of creatives at all levels and offer valuable opportunities... Read more of this article
Employer’s Annual Report Of Accidents Form
The Occupational Safety and Health Office is “reminding all employers that the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations 2009 require every employer to submit an annual report of the number of accidents, dangerous occurrences and injuries that occurred at the workplace during the calendar year, January to December.” A Government spokesperson... Read more of this article
Shawnae Brangman Earns PSEA Award
Shawnae Brangman, a social worker in the Department of Child and Family Services, earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for January. A Government spokesperson said, “Last week [Feb. 23], Premier David Burt and the recognised the January Performance Champion, Shawnae Brangman as the recipient of the Government of Bermuda’s Public... Read more of this article
‘Commitment To Professionalism And Fairness’
In light of recent media reports, the Customs Department said they “wish to clarify the procedures and efficiency that relates to the clearance of imported goods into the Island.” A Government spokesperson said, “Emphasising its commitment to professionalism and fairness, the Department wishes to underscore that 99 percent of all goods... Read more of this article
Govt To Host 2024 Day Camp Expo On March 3
The Department of Sport and Recreation announced the 2024 Day Camp Expo is set to take place on Sunday, March 3 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at Bermuda College. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell said, “As summer approaches, the Day Camp Expo is the perfect opportunity to discover engaging and enriching day camps. With the theme, ‘get... Read more of this article
Ministry Making Progress On Repairing Roads
The Ministry of Public Works said they “continue to make progress in addressing concerns over the state of Bermuda’s roads,” and “successfully conducted repairs on Friday at the junction between Collector’s Hill and South Road in Smith’s.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works continues... Read more of this article
Annual Gross Domestic Product 2022 Report
The Ministry of Economy and Labour published the Annual Gross Domestic Product [GDP] 2022 Highlights, stating that “the Bermuda economy grew 6.4 per cent in real terms in 2022 as the economic activity for twelve of the nineteen industry groups contributed to positive growth in value added. ” A Government spokesperson said, “Today,... Read more of this article
