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Column: Self Governance & Same Sex Marriage
[Opinion column written by Eron Hill] This past Monday, I accompanied fellow Bermudian law student, Izabella Arnold, for a visit to the House of Commons in London. We set out to witness what we believed was going to be an unprecedented event in Bermuda’s history. The topic of interest was that British MPs were scheduled to hold a ‘debate’ about... Read more of this article
Cost Of Minister Simmons’ Trips To New York
According to the recent listings on the Government’s travel webpage, a trip in November 2017 by Minister of Economic Development and Tourism Jamahl Simmons to New York for a forum and meetings cost $1,085.83; while another trip to the same location for a seminar cost $1,156.92 ETP Forum & Meetings: Nov 27 – 30 The trip duration was listed... Read more of this article
Minister On Code Of Practice For Projects
Earlier today [Jan 31] Minister of Cabinet Office with Responsibility for Government Reform Lovitta Foggo met with the Chamber of Commerce to discuss the Code of Practice for Project Management and Procurement. Speaking at the presentation, Minister Foggo said, “Thank you for affording us a bit of time today to discuss the Government’s Code... Read more of this article
Video: “Good Business” Campaign Launch
[Updated] Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt is holding a press conference this afternoon [Jan 31], and we will have additional coverage later on, and in the meantime the live video of Premier Burt’s press conference is below. Update 3.17pm: The press conference was held to launch the “It’s Just Good Business” public... Read more of this article
PLP Meet & Greet: Constituencies 9,10,11,13
The PLP will be hosting a meet and greet from Constituencies 9, 10, 11 and 13 with their MPs and area representatives on Saturday [Feb 3] from 2.00pm to 5.00pm at Elliot Primary School, with Senator Vance Campbell, Dr. Ernest Peets, MP Chris Famous and Minister Diallo Rabain to be in attendance. A PLP spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labour... Read more of this article
Video: Minister On Garbage Collection Issues
[Updated] Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch is holding a press conference this morning [Jan 31] to address the circumstances surrounding the delays with garbage collection. We will have additional coverage later on, and in the meantime the live video of Minister Burch’s press conference is below. Update 10.37am: The press conference is over;... Read more of this article
Minister To Speak At Chamber On Procurement
Minister of Cabinet Office with Responsibility for Government Reform Lovitta Foggo will address members of the Chamber of Commerce tomorrow [Jan. 31] regarding the Code of Practice for Project Management and Procurement. The meeting, which is for Chamber members only, will afford those present an opportunity to learn more about the new rules associated... Read more of this article
90 Minute Video: Premier’s Pre-Budget Meeting
[Updated] Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt and Junior Minister of Finance Wayne Furbert are holding a ‘Pre-Budget’ public meeting this evening [Jan 30] at St. Paul Centennial Hall, and if you were unable to make it, you can tune into the live video below. Some of the considerations for inclusion in this year’s budget contained in... Read more of this article
Information Commissioner’s ‘Monthly Roundup’
The Information Commissioner’s Office has released the first edition of their “Monthly Roundup,” which they said is “intended to keep you up to date with the work of the Information Commissioner’s Office.” “We will share newly released Information Commissioner’s Decisions, informal resolution outcomes, new guidance... Read more of this article
Minister On Cervical Health Awareness Month
Cervical Health Awareness Month is drawing to a close, and Minister of Health Kim Wilson recently delivered a talk on cervical cancer at an event organised by Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre and the Department of Health. Minister Wilson said, “We have all heard the expression: ‘To be forewarned is to be forearmed.” This is a phrase that’s... Read more of this article
Public Invited: Pre-Budget Meeting On Tuesday
Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt and Junior Minister of Finance Wayne Furbert held a meeting with with Public Officers today [Jan 29] to discuss the upcoming Budget, and will be holding a ‘Pre-Budget’ public meeting at 6.00pm tomorrow at St. Paul Centennial Hall. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is invited to attend... Read more of this article
Baron To Speak At Security Summit In Mexico
Shadow Minister of National Security Jeff Baron, is headed to Tijuana, Mexico this week to speak at a conference to address group violence. Mr. Baron will participate in the International Citizen Security Summit hosted by USAID and the Government of Mexico. On Thursday, 1 February, the Warwick MP will be presenting ‘Focused Deterrence and Group Violence... Read more of this article
