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Video: UK Minister Questioned On Bermuda Bill
“Will the Governor sign it on the British Government’s behalf or not,” was one of the questions faced by British Commonwealth Minister Lord Ahmad as he appeared before the British Foreign Affairs select committee and answered questions about Bermuda’s Domestic Partnership Act. Bill Passed In December, Sent To Governor The Domestic Partnerships... Read more of this article
What’s Being Considered For The 2018 Budget?
[Updated] Not moving ahead with the second phase of the payroll tax proposal by the former Government, payroll tax relief for repatriating jobs back to Bermuda; a Professional Services Tax on legal, accounting & other business consultancy services; a sugar tax, and taxing commercial rents are some of the initiatives being considered for the 2018/19... Read more of this article
‘Public Officers Are Entitled To Due Process’
“Civil servants and public officers are entitled to due process and should never be exposed to the vagaries of a political witch hunt,” BPSU General Secretary Edward Ball said. BPSU General Secretary Edward Ball said, “The Union takes exception to the recent comments made in the public domain by some politicians and others that attempt... Read more of this article
Football Association Presents Club Licenses
The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] presented Club Licenses to the Premier and First Division Clubs as part of its ongoing club development initiative, with all clubs required to provide to the Association specific documentation to verify the structure and the status of various areas within their Club. “Led by BFA Honorary Vice President and... Read more of this article
Remarks Are ‘Unfortunate And Inappropriate’
Recent “remarks and insinuations” about senior Public Officers are “unfortunate and inappropriate,” Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service Dr. Derrick Binns said, adding that “in the face of this unfortunate commentary, Public Officers will continue to provide impartial support to the Government of the day.” In... Read more of this article
Premier Burt Releases ‘Pre-Budget Report’
With the 2018/19 Budget set to be delivered on February 16th, Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt has released a 35-page Pre Budget Report and will also host a public meeting on January 30th, saying that Government “want to establish a clear and transparent Budget process.” Speaking at a press conference today, Premier and Minister... Read more of this article
Video: Workforce Development Plan Group
[Updated] Minister of Education & Workforce Development Diallo Rabain and Junior Minister of Education & Workforce Development Senator Jason Hayward held a press conference this afternoon [Jan 18] to discuss the workforce development plan working group. The press conference has just concluded and we will have additional information later on,... Read more of this article
Photos: Premier Burt Meets With FIFA President
Premier David Burt had a meeting today with FIFA President, Mr. Giovanni Infantino, with Minister of Social Development and Sports Zane DeSilva and members of the Bermuda Football Association also in attendance. Speaking at a press conference this afternoon, Mr Infantino said that the Premier is a “great football fan, which is always good.” A... Read more of this article
Condolence Book Available For Quinton Edness
A Condolence Book will be available for signing at the Cabinet Office to pay respects to the late Quinton Edness. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda joins the community in extending heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the late Hon. Quinton Edness, JP, MP. “The public is advised that an Official Book... Read more of this article
British MP Questions Domestic Partnership Bill
The Bermudian Parliament is “begging the Foreign Secretary to allow it to cancel same-sex marriage, which is an entirely retrograde step,” British MP Chris Bryant said while speaking in the British Parliament, with the MP asking will the UK Minister make “sure that the Government tell the Bermudian Parliament very firmly ‘no... Read more of this article
“Another Highly Compensated Job Is Created”
[Updated] “Out of the blue, another highly compensated job is created which looks like moving the current Cabinet Secretary in an effort to have a political appointment,” former Premier Michael Dunkley said, adding that “since July 2017, we have seen more jobs added to the government ranks with no known efficiencies or cost savings.” Mr... Read more of this article
Minister Congratulates Butterfield & Minors
Minister of Social Development and Sports Zane DeSilva congratulated both Tyler Butterfield and Ki-Juan Minors for their sporting accomplishments, with Butterfield having recently won the Race Weekend Marathon, while Minors secured a qualifying spot for Bermuda at the CAC Games. A spokesperson said, “The Minister commends Tyler Butterfield for... Read more of this article
