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Premier Virtually Meets With Governor Lalgie
Premier David Burt met with Bermuda’s new Governor Rena Lalgie following her swearing in earlier today [Dec 14], with the meeting apparently held via video conferencing. Governor Lalgie arrived on the island with her family on Sunday night, and Government House noted that they are “in quarantine at Government House in compliance with the... Read more of this article
Governor Rena Lalgie Arrives In Bermuda
[Updated] Bermuda’s new Governor Rena Lalgie arrived on the island last night [Dec 13] and is currently in quarantine at Government House, with Governor Lalgie set to be sworn in “during a closed event” held at Government House today. Government House said, “Her Excellency the Governor, Rena Lalgie, arrived on the island with her... Read more of this article
Video: Governor Rankin Gives Farewell Speech
[Updated] Governor John Rankin recently released a farewell speech as he makes way for the appointment of Rene Lalgie, saying he has been “privileged to serve as Governor of this beautiful island.” The appointment of Ms Lalgie will mark the first time in Bermuda’s history that we will have a female Governor, and also the first time... Read more of this article
Photos: Queen’s Certificates & Badges Presented
Governor John Rankin recently presented the Queen’s Certificates and Badges of Honour to members of the community who had received their Awards in the Queen’s New Year and Birthday Honours List 2020. Government House posted the photos below online and said, “On 18 and 19 November 2020 His Excellency the Governor was delighted to present Queen’s... Read more of this article
School Gardens Programme At Govt House
Governor John Rankin thanked everyone who participated in the School Gardens Programme at Government House, saying it helps “young students to develop their skills and confidence.” Government House posted the photos below on social media, saying: “In early November. the Governor was pleased to welcome members of the Garden Club of... Read more of this article
Governor John Rankin Purchases First Poppy
Governor John Rankin purchased the first Poppy from Carol Everson of the Bermuda Legion Charity and World War Two Veteran, Donald Jolliffe. Government House posted the photos below on Facebook, saying: “On the morning of Tuesday, 13 October, the Governor welcomed Carol Everson of the Bermuda Legion Charity and World War Two Veteran, Donald Jolliffe,... Read more of this article
Governor Rankin Congratulates Premier Burt
The Governor John Rankin congratulated the Premier David Burt on the results of the General Election. Government House posted online saying: “This afternoon the Governor was pleased to receive the Premier of Bermuda, the Hon E David Burt JP, MP to Government House. The Governor congratulated the Premier on the results of the General Election and said... Read more of this article
Governor Rankin Appointed As BVI Governor
John Rankin – who currently serves as Bermuda’s Governor — has been appointed as Governor to the British Virgin Islands. The Government of the Virgin Islands website said, “His Excellency the Governor has announced that Mr John Rankin CMG has been appointed as Governor to the British Virgin Islands, in succession to him. “Mr... Read more of this article
Governor Rankin Thanks Dr Cheryl Peek-Ball
The Governor and Deputy Governor met with Dr Cheryl Peek-Ball at Government House to thank her for her service to the people of Bermuda as she steps down from her role as Chief Medical Officer. In an online post, Government House said, “This afternoon the Governor and Deputy Governor met Dr Cheryl Peek-Ball at Government House to thank her for... Read more of this article
Video: Governor Rankin’s Cup Match Message
[Governor John Rankin’s Cup Match message] Like everyone else on the island, I was looking forward to Cup Match between Somerset and St George’s this year. It would have been my final Cup Match game in Bermuda during my term in office as Governor. In each of the last three years I have hugely enjoyed watching the game and experiencing the camaraderie... Read more of this article
Government House Holds Beach Cleanup
The Governor, Deputy Governor, and Government House staff staff held a beach cleanup at Shelly Bay Beach today [July 24]. Government House posted the photos online below, saying: “This morning the Governor, Deputy Governor, and Government House staff held a beach cleanup at Shelly Bay Beach with the support and assistance of Anne Hyde, the Executive... Read more of this article
Governor Welcomes New U.S. Consul General
Governor John Rankin welcomed new U.S. Consul General Lee Rizzuto and his wife Denise Rizzuto to Government House this morning [July 17]. A spokesperson said, “The Governor was today pleased to receive at Government House Mr Lee Rizzuto Jr, the new US Consul General to Bermuda, and his wife, Denise. The Governor said: “It was a pleasure to meet... Read more of this article
Photos: Queen’s Birthday At Government House
Governor John Rankin hosted a small ceremony at Government House on June 13 in order to mark the 94th birthday of Her Majesty the Queen. Government House posted the photos online below and said, “The Governor hosted a small ceremony at Government House to mark the 94th birthday of Her Majesty the Queen and to give thanks to those who have been involved... Read more of this article
Rena Lalgie Appointed As The New Governor
Rena Lalgie has been appointed as the new Governor of Bermuda, with Ms Lalgie saying she is ”immensely proud that I will serve Bermuda as its first female Governor.” A Government spokesperson said, “Ms. Rena Lalgie has been appointed Governor of Bermuda in succession to Mr. John Rankin CMG who will be transferring to another Diplomatic... Read more of this article
Governor John Rankin Bermuda Day Message
[Bermuda Day message from Governor John Rankin] Bermuda Day cannot be celebrated in the usual way this year, no half-marathon and no parade around the streets of Hamilton. But I know that the holiday will still be marked in homes by families across the island and I take this opportunity to send my best wishes to everyone as we enjoy the start of summer... Read more of this article
Governor Thanks Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service
This afternoon Governor John Rankin visited the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service headquarters on King Street to thank all of the staff for their work during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Governor said, “I visited the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service to meet members of the Service who every day of the year help to make sure that the people of Bermuda... Read more of this article
