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Column: Burch On Road Restoration & More
[Column written by Minister Lt/Col David Burch] Like you, we in the Progressive Labour Party, are looking forward to the full restoration of Bermuda’s roads to the condition that we are used to and deserve. We are making steady progress and have recently taken a big step forward in making that a reality. The acquisition of a new asphalt plant, alongside... Read more of this article
Roban: BELCO “Rate Hike Is A Severe Blow”
“Outrageous and disheartening news,” said the Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban today following the Regulatory Authority [RA] announcement [PDF] that “customers will be slapped with an average 8% increase to their electricity bill following BELCO’s request for a 28% increase in electricity rates.” The... Read more of this article
Video: FDM Discusses Education Policy
The Free Democratic Movement [FDM] held a press conference today to outline their education policy and address current educational challenges. Video courtesy of the FDM: Related Stories Video: Premier, Ministers Press Conference Video: FDM/Marc Bean Hold Press Conference Video: Post Budget Press Conference Video: OBA Town Hall In Pembroke Video:... Read more of this article
OBA Announce Dion Smith As C27 Candidate
The One Bermuda Alliance announced that Dion Smith will be their candidate for Constituency 27 Warwick North Central. A spokesperson said, “A father of two, Dion is a technology expert and the Managing Director of Smith Technologies Ltd. A successful entrepreneur, Dion is a past board director of the Adult Education School and a former Bermuda... Read more of this article
Development And Planning Amendment Act 2024
“I will table the Development and Planning Amendment Act 2024,” Minister of Cabinet Office Vance Campbell said in the House of Assembly on Friday, adding that ”this Act will amend the Development and Planning Act 1974, thereby, affording the Development Applications Board discretion to approve retroactive development applications... Read more of this article
Column: Hodgson On Mental Health Support
[Column written by Junior Minister of Health Arianna Hodgson] Good day Bermuda As a country, the past few weeks have filled all of us with a wide range of emotions. Whether sadness or anger over the senseless loss of lives, or fear and uncertainty over our personal safety and that of our loved ones, few of us have come away untouched by these heartbreaking... Read more of this article
Live Audio & Parliament Order Of Business
[Updated with audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [July 12] and statements listed on the Order Paper include Equity for Pensions, Update on the Tynes Bay Waste-to- Energy Facility, Education Reform Update- Learning Partnership, Tragic Events in Recent Days, Communities of Support for Families and Individuals, Development and Planning... Read more of this article
BCAC On “Rushed Consultation” On Bill
The Bermuda Clean Air Coalition [BCAC] said they “vehemently condemn the Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban for their grossly inadequate three-week consultation period on the Clean Air Amendment Bill and Water Resources Amendment Bill. “This hasty process not only undermines years... Read more of this article
Video: Premier, Ministers Press Conference
[Updated] Premier David Burt, Minister of National Security Michael Weeks and Minister of Health Kim Wilson are holding a press conference today [July 11] to address the recent tragedies. Update 1.33pm: Premier Burt’s full remarks follow below: Today, I stand before you alongside my colleagues with a heavy heart. Our island has been shaken by... Read more of this article
Minister Darrell Visits Summer Day Camps
“Government has promised and delivered more Summer Day Camp offerings, and it’s exciting to see our young people learning and participating in a variety of events and activities,” said the Minister of Tourism, Culture Senator Owen Darrell, as he visited several locations last week to engage with Bermuda’s young people. A Government... Read more of this article
Minister Furbert’s Trip To Spain Cost $9,696.29
A trip in May 2024 by Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinèe Furbert to Madrid, Spain cost $9,696.29, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from May 5, 2024 – May 12, 2024, and the web page listing said, “The Hon. Tinée S. Furbert, JP, MP, Minister of Youth, Social... Read more of this article
Government Online Payment Portal Is Now Live
The Government’s Online Payment Portal — pay.gov.bm – is now live as part of the “digital transformation of government services.” In a post on Instagram, Premier Burt said, “The Government’s Online Payment Portal is live at pay.gov.bm. We are taking the first steps to deliver on our promise to advance the digital... Read more of this article
Premier Congratulates New UK Prime Minister
Following the UK general election, Premier David Burt said he has “written to the new Prime Minister to congratulate him on his election victory and reiterated the Government of Bermuda’s commitment to building relationships with the new UK Government.” “There will no doubt be changes in policy and personnel and I look forward... Read more of this article
HRC Extends Survey On Disability Inclusion
The Human Rights Commission has extended the public survey on disability inclusion in Bermuda. The deadline for responses is Friday July 12 at 5pm. Lisa Reed, Executive Officer of the Human Rights Commission stated, “The objective of the consultation is to understand the experiences of people with disabilities, and the barriers they may face while... Read more of this article
Column: Thank You Works And Engineering
[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] There are times that persons make negative comments based on rumours or speculation. Then, there are times that criticism is warranted. It is up to the individuals or organisations to accept where they must step up their game. Apologies With that being said, let me apologise to the people of; Devonshire, Smith’s... Read more of this article
Sport Investment Program & Allocation Report
The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Senator Owen Darrell has released the 2023-24 Sport Investment Programme Highlights and 2024-25 Allocation Report. Minister Darrell said, “I’m delighted to introduce the Department of Sport and Recreation’s announcement for the 2024/25 Sport Investment Program. This initiative underscores our commitment... Read more of this article
