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Senate: Audio & Order Of Business
[Updated with audio] The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [Dec 10], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Joint Ministerial Council 2025 and the Bermuda College Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements 2024-2025. Update: Live broadcast has concluded, and the audio of the morning session is below: The Order... Read more of this article
Column: Senator Bell On Housing & More
[Opinion column written by PLP Senator Lauren Hayward Bell] Bermuda’s housing crisis is one of the most urgent challenges facing our people. Across the Island, families, seniors, and young Bermudians continue to struggle to find safe, affordable places to live. In the private rental market, affordable options remain scarce and the pace of new construction... Read more of this article
Column: Chris Famous On Workforce & More
[Opinion column written by MP Chris Famous] A few days ago someone wrote on social media that they see very few Bermudians in the following fields: Construction Landscaping Plumbing Cosmetology Culinary arts They are actually correct. What they left out is the “why” this is the case, as we know, nothing happens on its own. Additionally, this... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Jason Hayward On GDP
[Updated] Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward is holding a press conference this afternoon [Dec 9] regarding the 2024 Annual Gross Domestic Product report. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is available below. Update: Minister Jason Hayward said, “Good day to members of the media and the listening... Read more of this article
Minister On Govt Housing Initiatives Update
Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva provided an update on the Battery Road Development and the “significant progress being made by this Government’s housing initiatives.” Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Minister said, “This Government continues to give the highest priority to the development of affordable housing... Read more of this article
Column: Musson On Youth, Future & More
[Opinion column written by Iesha Musson] I have been paying a lot of attention to the Progressive Labour Party [PLP] Government’s plans to shape the future of the Bermudian workforce and pave the way for the next generation to stride confidently into the world of work. What I have observed is both encouraging and inspiring. A true investment in our... Read more of this article
Minister Weeks On New Customs X-Ray Facility
“We expect the facility to be completed by the end of February 2026,” Minister Of National Security Michael Weeks said as he provided an update on the progress of the new Customs X-Ray facility at the Hamilton Docks. Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Minister said, “At this time, all necessary site preparations have been completed,... Read more of this article
Premier: $21.8 Million In Additional Funding
The Supplementary Estimate of $21.8 million provides support for multiple areas including social support, security, infrastructure, education, community development, technology and more, including $11 million to support the recently negotiated salary agreement for hospital staff, Premier David Burt said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday... Read more of this article
Minister On Addressing Feral Chicken Problem
A new system will allow residents to report feral chicken activity, the Ministry is hiring two additional contractors and Government will begin a pilot programme allowing selected registered farmers to address feral chickens on their own properties, Minister of Public Works and Environment Jache Adams said in the House of Assembly. The Minister said,... Read more of this article
Minister On 2024 Labour Force Survey Report
“The unemployment rate was measured at 1.4 per cent, below the 2.8 per cent recorded in November 2023,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Dec 5] the Minister said, “I rise today to share the findings of the November 2024 Labour Force Survey Report, which provide encouraging... Read more of this article
Minister On BHC Refurbishment Program
The Private Sector Refurbishment Programme offers up to $125,000 in interest-free funding to “refurbish units currently unfit for occupancy, allowing these homes to be restored and added to Bermuda’s affordable rental inventory,” Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Dec... Read more of this article
Minister Adams On Road Works, Paving & More
“The condition of our roads has become one of the most talked-about issues throughout our island,” Minister of Public Works and Environment Jache Adams said, adding that ”our people have been clear that they want action, not excuses, and this Government is delivering just that.” Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday[Dec... Read more of this article
