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OBA: ‘How Will Such A Programme Be Funded?’
“A promise to pay health insurance for those aged over 90, as outlined during the PLP’s Delegates conference, raises a series of questions – not least whether it is financially sustainable in the long-term, according to Shadow Health Minister Patricia Gordon-Pamplin. This follows after comments from MP Chris Famous at the PLP Delegates Conference... Read more of this article
Government Ministerial ‘Organisational Chart’
Following the recent Cabinet Shuffle, the Government released a new ‘Organisational Chart,’ which details exactly what Departments are under each Minister, and that information follows below. David Burt – Premier ICT Policy & Innovation Information and Digital Technologies BBDA Bermuda Economic Development Corporation Internal Audit London... Read more of this article
Group Urges Progress On Immigration Reform
[Updated] The ‘Supporting Fair Immigration Reform’ group has again urged the Government to “fulfill its own stated promise of comprehensive bipartisan immigration reform,” saying that “the public has no knowledge about the current state of immigration reform.” A spokesperson said, “The individuals behind the... Read more of this article
‘Blockchain Spotlight: Strategies For Road Ahead’
Earlier this month, the Minister of National Security Wayne Caines spoke at the PwC Insurance Summit Strategies for Success in the New Reality presented by Financial Times Live and PwC held at the Hamilton Princess. Minister Wayne Caines with panel members L-R – Moderator – George Thomas, Senior Advisor, Advisory Services, PwC Bermuda, Andre McGregor,... Read more of this article
‘Discussed Ways To Lower Cost Of Mortgages’
Premier David Burt and newly sworn in Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson met with HSBC’s outgoing and newly appointed CEOs, Steve Banner and Mark Watkinson, to discuss “ways to lower the cost of mortgages” and “strategies to increase lending to small businesses.” Premier Burt tweeted the photos below, saying: “Min.... Read more of this article
Column: Second Cabinet Shuffle In 16 Months
[Opinion column written by Michael Dunkley] I am curious and concerned upon learning of the Cabinet shuffle by Premier Burt, the second in 16 months after the election last year. In addition, it must be noted that the Premier was misleading in his comments when he went to great lengths to stress the consolidation of ministries from 11-10. He did not... Read more of this article
Students Thank BELCO & Public Works Staff
Staff from the Ministry of Public Works, Buildings section and BELCO were hosted today at the Harrington Sound Primary School for a special appreciation assembly. Public Works and BELCO staff with Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch Principal Cindy Weeks, faculty and students presented the workers with certificates of appreciation to recognise... Read more of this article
Cabinet: Who Is In, Moved & What Changed
Michael Weeks is out of Cabinet, Curtis Dickinson and Zane DeSilva are now in Cabinet, and the Ministries have been realigned with changed responsibilities, with the exception of the Ministry of Public Works, which remains unchanged under Minister David Burch. These changes were announced yesterday by Premier David Burt, who said he is taking “the... Read more of this article
OBA Senators: Marcus Jones, Dwayne Robinson
[Updated] Marcus Jones and Dwayne Robinson have been appointed as OBA Senators, the One Bermuda Alliance announced this morning. “Marcus Jones, who stood for the PLP in the 2012 election, is joined by Dwayne Robinson, one half of ‘It’s That Type of Party’, a political and social commentary content creating platform, who has also been... Read more of this article
Column: Continue To Fight For Bermudians
[Opinion column written by MP Dennis Lister III] As the government seeks to execute our agenda and deliver on the promises made to Bermudians, we must also remain vigilant against those who seek to spread misinformation, create disunity, or undermine that work. With the PLP’s mandate it would be easy to be arrogant and ignore the forces that seek... Read more of this article
Condolence Book Available For Gilbert Darrell
From Friday, November 2 to Monday, November 5, a Condolence Book will be available for signing at the Cabinet Office to pay respects to the late Gilbert Darrell. A Government spokesperson said, “The Cabinet Office is advising that an Official Book of Condolence will be available for signing in tribute to the late Mr. Gilbert Darrell. Premier David... Read more of this article
Cannonier: ‘Paying More In Ministerial Salaries’
[Updated] “This is a fundamental shake-up of Cabinet with some very notable changes just 16 months into this Government’s tenure,” OBA Leader Craig Cannonier said, adding that as “he took out Michael Weeks and added Curtis Dickinson and Zane DeSilva, which means he is actually paying more in Ministerial salaries.” Cabinet Shuffle... Read more of this article
