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Govt House Hosts Women’s Roundtable
Government House hosted a roundtable discussion to celebrate International Women’s Day under the theme “Accelerate Action.” Government House posted the photos online below, and said, “Delighted to bring together inspiring women from a wide variety of sectors in Bermuda including business, government, science, arts, culture and sports... Read more of this article
Governor Tours Warwick Camp & Coast Guard
Governor Andrew Murdoch visited Warwick Camp and the RBR Coast Guard base in Sandys, joining recruits for fitness tests and lunch. A spokesperson said, “His Excellency the Governor and the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s Commander-in-Chief, Andrew Murdoch, made his first official visit to Warwick Camp, where he toured the site and joined new recruits for... Read more of this article
Governor Meets St. John Ambulance Volunteers
Governor Andrew Murdoch recently met with St. John Ambulance volunteers. Government House posted the photos online below, and said, “As Patron, the Governor met volunteers during a tour of St. John Ambulance. St. John Ambulance Bermuda continues to provide invaluable support in the community, made possible by incredible people who volunteer their... Read more of this article
Feline Diplomat Serving Alongside Governor
A feline diplomat has come out of retirement to serve alongside Governor Andrew Murdoch in Bermuda. Palmerston, a black-and-white rescue cat is a former resident of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office [FCDO] in London, where he was known as the “chief mouser” from 2016 to 2020. Recently, his account on social media platform X said he... Read more of this article
Video: Governor Andrew Murdoch Swearing-In
[Updated] The Swearing-in ceremony for Governor Andrew Murdoch is taking place this morning [Jan 23] on the Cabinet Office lawn, and you can tune in and watch live below. Update: The live video replay is below: Update 6.57pm: A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier today, [Jan. 23] His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Andrew Murdoch was officially... Read more of this article
New Governor Arrives In Bermuda
Bermuda’s Governor Designate Andrew Murdoch arrived in Bermuda this evening [Jan 22] where he was greeted at the airport by a number of dignitaries. A spokesperson said, “He was officially met on the L.F. Wade International Airport tarmac by the Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, Acting Governor Tom Oppenheim, Chief Justice Larry Mussenden,... Read more of this article
Bermuda Bids Farewell To Governor Rena Lalgie
Premier David Burt, Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson and other dignitaries gathered at the airport to bid farewell to Governor Rena Lalgie, Bermuda’s first female and Black Governor, as she departed the Island today. A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier today, a small group of dignitaries, including Premier David Burt, gave a heartfelt... Read more of this article
Bermuda Bids Farewell To Governor Lalgie
Bermuda will bid farewell to Governor Rena Lalgie on Tuesday, January 14. A Government spokesperson said, “Bermuda will bid farewell to Her Excellency, the Governor, Rena Lalgie on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. “But prior to her official departure, last evening [Jan. 7], the Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, hosted a special farewell dinner... Read more of this article
Photos: Governor Visits Hospitals & Homes
Governor Rena Lalgie visited hospitals and senior care facilities to spread holiday cheer and thank healthcare workers. A Government House spokesperson said, “Last week, Her Excellency the Governor and her husband, Jacob Hawkins, continued the annual tradition of Christmas visits to local hospitals and senior care facilities.” The Governor... Read more of this article
Christmas Message From Governor Rena Lalgie
[Christmas message from Governor Rena Lalgie] This will [certainly!] be my final Christmas message as the Governor of Bermuda. After what will be our fifth Christmas in Bermuda, this is a bittersweet moment, but one that offers me the chance to share the deep gratitude my family and I feel for the memories and experiences we will cherish forever. At... Read more of this article
Governor On Accountability, Public Service, More
“In recent years, the systems and processes that enable accountability have been applied effectively, fairly and with an appropriate degree of transparency,” Governor Rena Lalgie said. Governor Lalgie said, “As 2024 draws to a close, I wish to reflect publicly on the importance of accountability, transparency and integrity in public life.... Read more of this article
Andrew Murdoch Appointed As New Governor
Andrew Murdoch has been appointed as the new Governor of Bermuda, and will take up the role in January 2025. A spokesperson said, “Mr Andrew Murdoch has been appointed Governor of Bermuda in succession to Ms Rena Lalgie. Mr Murdoch will take up his appointment during January 2025.” Mr Murdoch has said “I am incredibly honoured to be appointed... Read more of this article
