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Premier & Governor Meet With King Charles III
A Government of Bermuda delegation led by the Premier David Burt travelled to London last week to participate in the annual Joint Ministerial Council [JMC], the highest political forum between the UK Government and the Governments of the British Overseas Territories. A Government spokesperson said, “Additional engagements included a meeting with the... Read more of this article
Minister Weeks: ‘My Door Is Always Open’
“My door has been open from the beginning, and it remains open,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said. Minister Weeks said, “On Tuesday, I met with Mr Gladstone Simmons and members of The Emperial Group for a productive and open discussion. We spoke clearly, shared concerns, and explored real opportunities to continue strengthening... Read more of this article
MP Cannonier On Beneficial Ownership & More
“When it comes to the somewhat mysterious subject of “Beneficial ownership,” we cannot sit idly by when somebody gives us an “F” when, in fact, we are at the top of the class,,” OBA MP Craig Cannonier said. Craig Cannonier said, “Recently an article was published, entitled, “Bermuda cited in beneficial ownership failure.’... Read more of this article
Cost Of Three Trips By Minister Owen Darrell
A trip in October 2025 by Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell to Dallas cost $1,076.62, a trip to London cost $4,202.24, and a trip to Miami cost $572.44, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. Meeting with American Airlines Executives – Dallas/Fort Worth, TX, USA The trip duration was listed... Read more of this article
Cost Of Two Trips By Premier: $5,970 & $4,149
A trip in September 2025 by Premier David Burt to New York City cost $5,970.05, and a trip in October 2025 to Atlanta cost $4,149.85, according to recent listings on the Government’s travel webpage. United Nations General Assembly [UNGA] – New York City The trip duration was listed as from September 18, 2025 – September 23, 2025, and the web page... Read more of this article
Minister Caesar’s Trip To Barbados Cost $4737
A trip in October 2025 by Minister of Education Senator Crystal Caesar to Barbados cost $4,737.69, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from October 17, 2025 – October 22, 2025, and the web page listing said, “Senator, The Hon. Crystal Caesar JP, Minister of Education attended the Caribbean... Read more of this article
OBA Hosts Annual Warwick Seniors Tea
The One Bermuda Alliance hosted its annual Warwick Seniors Tea at St. Mary’s Church Hall. A spokesperson said, “Last Saturday, the One Bermuda Alliance hosted its annual Warwick Seniors Tea. MP Douglas De Couto, Senators Victoria Cunningham, Tarik Smith, and Dion Smith all welcomed seniors to St. Mary’s church hall for an afternoon of treats,... Read more of this article
OBA’s De Couto On Land Tax Policy
We welcome this policy change however there are several caveats the public should be aware of, Shadow Minister of Finance Dr. Douglas De Couto said as he responded to the Government’s decision about land tax exemptions and surviving senior spouses. Dr. De Couto said, “Recently, the Government announced that land tax exemptions for surviving spouses... Read more of this article
Column: Robin Tucker On Child Support & More
[Opinion column written by MP Robin Tucker] The silent suffering of custodial parents deepens, and not because there are no laws but because the laws related to child support are toothless in practice. It bears repeating that unpaid child support is not only a private, personal issue, but it is also a public and structural failure that must be addressed. In... Read more of this article
Video: Minister DeSilva Press Conference
[Updated] Deputy Premier and Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva is holding a press conference this morning [Nov 27] to provide an “update on the Government’s efforts to provide affordable housing.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 6.40pm: Deputy Premier Zane... Read more of this article
‘Poverty Amidst A Multiracial Paradise’ Forum
A community forum titled “What’s Next Bermuda: Black Crisis – Poverty Amidst a Multiracial Paradise?” is set to take place on Thursday, December 4, from 6.00pm to 8.00pm at the Warwick Workmen’s Club. The event will feature a panel of speakers including former Government Minister Maxwell Burgess, who will serve as moderator, alongside former... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Michael Weeks Press Conference
Minister of National Security Michael Weeks held a press conference to provide an update on the National Violence Reduction Strategy. Minister Weeks’ remarks: Good morning. As you are all aware, there has been a lot of discussion in the community about the recent shootings and acts of violence. You will also recall that we have held three town... Read more of this article
