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AG & MP Pearman On Compensation Scheme

The Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Kathy Lynn Simmons and Shadow Minister for Home Affairs & Legal Affairs Scott Pearman both issued statements in response to the recent decision from the Court of Appeal [PDF] in the case concerning the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board. Shadow Minister for Home Affairs & Legal Affairs Scott... Read more of this article

UN Elimination Of Violence Against Women

“In solidarity with the UN International Day of Elimination of Violence Against Women, the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors is partnering with key agencies, including the Bermuda Police Service [BPS], Centre Against Abuse [CAA], and Women’s Resource Center [WRC], to host a community pop-up where Domestic Violence Help Cards... Read more of this article

Video: Sir John Swan Press Conference

[Updated] Sir John Swan is holding a press conference this afternoon [Nov 21] regarding the Government’s statement that they will be initiating a consultation process about a full membership in Caricom. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Update | The press conference has concluded, Sir... Read more of this article

Minister Furbert’s Trip To Dallas Cost $2,196.35

A trip in October 2023 by Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert to Dallas cost $2,196.35, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from October 10, 2023 – October 12, 2023, and the web page listing said, “The Hon Wayne L Furbert, JP MP, Minister of Transport attended meetings with executives... Read more of this article

Column: Dawn Simmons On Polls & More

[Opinion column written by PLP Chairperson Dawn Simmons] The Progressive Labour Party acknowledges that poll results are a snapshot in time and that previous polling in Bermuda always underestimates the support for the PLP. Three days before the 2017 General Election, a media outlet published a poll showing the OBA had an 11-point lead over the PLP;... Read more of this article

Minister: Overview Of Digital Fare System Plans

The Government plans a Digital Fare system to “enable commuters to pay for their rides using smart cards or mobile apps,” Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert said, with the plan aimed at “leveraging technology to simplify the process of using public transportation.” Speaking at a press conference on November 15, Minister... Read more of this article

Minister Furbert Attends Meeting In Barbados

Minister of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors Tinee Furbert is taking part in the Meeting of the Council for Human and Social Development [Gender] in Bridgetown, Barbados. The Minister said, “Today and tomorrow, November 20 and 21, 2023, I am participating in the Forty-Sixth Meeting of the Council for Human and Social Development [Gender]... Read more of this article

Photos: PLP Hold 60th Anniversary Gala

The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] held their 60th Anniversary Gala last night [Nov 18] with Tennessee state Representative Justin Jones delivering the keynote address. A PLP spokesperson previously said, “Representative Jones was elected in 2022 as the Democratic Member of the Tennessee House of Representatives for the 52nd District. At 28 years... Read more of this article

Tayla Bean Speaks In UK House Of Commons

Tayla Imani Bean spoke in the UK’s House of Commons during a session of the UK Youth Parliament. A Government spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s Youth Parliamentarian Tayla Imani Bean had the distinct privilege of representing the island at the UK’s House of Commons, where she addressed her peers about the critical need to address youth violence... Read more of this article

Video: Minister Campbell Press Conference

Minister for the Cabinet Office Vance Campbell held a press conference today [Nov 17] to highlight the areas outlined in the Throne Speech. Minister Campbell’s full statement follows below: Good afternoon and thank you for joining me. The Cabinet Office is the heart of the Government of Bermuda. This Ministry sets the vision and policy direction... Read more of this article

UK Foreign Affairs Launches Sub-Committee

The British Foreign Affairs Committee has launched a “Sub-Committee on the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office [FCDO] management of relations with the Overseas Territories.” A statement on the official UK Parliament website said, “There are 14 UK Overseas Territories with a total population of around 270,000 people, most of... Read more of this article

Video: Bermuda Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast

The Bermuda Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast took place today [Nov 17] at the Hamilton Princess, providing an opportunity for a morning of prayer, reflection, and fellowship between those in attendance. Related Stories Premier, OBA Leader Attend Santo Cristo Mass Acting Premier Pays Tribute To Archbishop Tutu PLP Extends Condolences To Eve Family Opposition... Read more of this article

Minister Hayward: Global Entrepreneurship Week

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward provided an overview on the upcoming Global Entrepreneurship Week [GEW] UnConference in Bermuda. Minister Jason Hayward said, “As Minister of Economy and Labour, I am happy to provide an overview of an exciting event celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week 2023, the Global Entrepreneurship Week [GEW]... Read more of this article

Premier In London, Has Meetings, Meets King

Premier David Burt is currently in London for the Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council, and he said he highlighted matters including the UK’s “rejection of Bermuda’s cannabis legislation” and the “issues caused by the removal of BMU codes from OT passports.” In addition, the Premier and Governor Rena Lalgie... Read more of this article

2024 Heritage Month: ‘Culture Equals Energy’

The theme for the 2024 Bermuda Heritage Month and Bermuda Day Parade will be “Culture Equals Energy,’ Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell said. Speaking in the Senate, Minister Darrell said, “Today I am pleased to stand before you to announce the exciting theme for Bermuda’s Heritage Month and the Bermuda Day... Read more of this article

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