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Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business
[Updated with audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Nov 21], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Land Tax Relief for Surviving Spouses, the introduction of the Atlantic Child Advocacy Alliance, the Anti-Violence Town Hall Meetings, and the Statistics [Census of Population and Housing] Order 2025. Update: Live... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Darrell Press Conference
[Updated] Minister of Tourism &Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell is holding a press conference this afternoon [Nov 20]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the replay is below Update 4.10pm: Minister Darrell’s remarks: Good day, members of... Read more of this article
Column: OBA’s Smith On ScreenTime & More
[Opinion column written by the OBA's Ben Smith] Whether you are a parent, guardian or anyone who interacts with children and teens, chances are you have asked yourself multiple times, “Are cell phones helping our youth or are they doing more harm than good?” Trust me, you are not alone. I hear this all the time from adults and sometimes teens, who... Read more of this article
MP Dwayne Robinson Urges Road Safety
Shadow Tourism and Transport Minister Dwayne Robinson is urging people to prioritize road safety. The OBA MP said Dwayne Robinson said, “With the days now shorter and the darkness setting upon us earlier, it is incumbent of me to remind cyclists, runners and walkers to wear reflective wear when exercising on the roads. “I have received numerous... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Rabain Press Conference
[Updated] Minister for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation Diallo Rabain is holding a press conference this afternoon [Nov 19] to provide an update on the Fairmont Southampton SDO. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the replay is below Update 4.50pm:... Read more of this article
Electoral Reform Town Hall On November 24
Minister for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation Diallo Rabain will host a public town hall to “discuss Electoral Reform and gather community input on how voting processes can be made easier, fairer, and more accessible for all Bermudians.” A Government spokesperson said, “Taking place on Monday, 24 November 2025, from 6:00 p.m.... Read more of this article
Ministers Meet With Hurtado & Swanson
Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne and Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward recently met with US Consul General Antoinette Hurtado and Select Florida Interim President and Florida Commerce COO Matt Swanson. A Government spokesperson said, “As part of the Government’s ongoing commitment to advancing affordability and driving sustainable... Read more of this article
Minister Opens Global Entrepreneurship Week
Last night, the Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward delivered opening remarks at the 3rd Annual Wave of Opportunity Pitch Competition, officially launching Global Entrepreneurship Week Bermuda 2025. A Government spokesperson said, “The event, held at the Hamilton Princess Hotel, brought together Bermuda’s entrepreneurial community to... Read more of this article
Premier Burt Attends Chainlink SmartCon
Recently, the Premier and Minister of Finance of Bermuda David Burt attended Chainlink’s SmartCon 2025, a leading global conference on blockchain infrastructure, capital markets, and digital finance. A Government spokesperson said, “The event which took place in New York, provided an opportunity for the Government of Bermuda to deepen its engagement... Read more of this article
Premier Burt To Host Networking Event In UK
Premier David Burt will host a networking event in London on November 28 for Bermudian students and recent graduates living in the UK. A Government spokesperson said, “On November 28, the Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP will host a networking event for Bermudian students and recent graduates living in the UK. “The event will be an opportunity... Read more of this article
Column: Foley On Independence, Caricom, More
[Opinion column written by OBA's Maurice Foley] Every few years, the idea that Bermuda should become an independent country resurfaces; wrapped in emotion, history, and the promise of self-determination. But independence is not just about flags and anthems; it’s about whether we are truly prepared economically, socially, and educationally to stand... Read more of this article
Minister Caesar On Gifted & Talented Education
“The Ministry and Department of Education are reigniting Gifted and Talented Education,” Minister of Education Crystal Caesar said yesterday [Nov 12] in the Senate. The Minister said, “In simple terms, Gifted Education involves specialized teaching strategies designed to meet the needs of students who demonstrate outstanding abilities... Read more of this article
