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PLP: ‘Support The Enhancement Of Key Areas’
“The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party’s National Tourism Plan envisioned a series of Tourism Hubs or ‘centers of designated tourism interests,’ that would offer unique experiences for our visitors,” Shadow Tourism Minister Jamahl Simmons said. “Among the 5 hubs in our National Tourism Plan, the South Shore beaches... Read more of this article
Bloomberg Radio Interviews Premier Dunkley
Premier Michael Dunkley recently participated in a live Bloomberg radio interview as part of an overall promotion of Bermuda, with the interview taking place outdoors at Elbow Beach last Friday. Premier Dunkley discussed the Island’s main economic pillars – international business and tourism, and also spoke on the Panama Papers, beneficial ownership,... Read more of this article
PLP Sandys MPs To Host Week Of Activities
The Sandys Branches of The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party announced that their Annual Week of Activities will kick off on Sunday May 22 under the theme “Unity in the Community.” Constituency 34 MP Kim Wilson said, “In what has become a great tradition Constituencies 33, 34, 35 and 36 have come together to offer a series of activities... Read more of this article
PLP Thanks BTA’s Bill Hanbury For His Service
The Board of Directors of the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] recently announced they will begin its search for a new chief executive officer this summer, saying that “the goal is to identify a suitable successor to current CEO Bill Hanbury by the fourth quarter of this year. ” Mr Hanbury is concluding his three-year contract at the end of 2016. In... Read more of this article
GDP Increase Recorded In 2015 Fourth Quarter
According to the Quarterly Gross Domestic Product [GDP] report released by the Department of Statistics, during the fourth quarter 2015, quarterly GDP at current prices was estimated at $1,400.1 million, which represented a 0.5% rise year-over-year. The report said, “During the fourth quarter 2015, quarterly GDP at current prices was estimated at... Read more of this article
Balance Of Payments & International Investment
The Bermuda current account recorded a surplus of $204 million in the fourth quarter of 2015, according to the most recent Balance of Payments and International Investment Position report. “The current account surplus stood at $204 million for the fourth quarter of 2015. This represented a $38 million decrease from the $242 million surplus in... Read more of this article
PLP: ‘Shocking’ That Premier Increased Cabinet
“At a time when budgets are being reduced” it is “shocking that the Premier has disregarded the SAGE committee’s recommendations, and increased the size of the Cabinet,” Acting Opposition Leader David Burt said today. Mr Burt’s statement follows after Premier Michael Dunkley announced a Cabinet shuffle earlier today,... Read more of this article
PLP C16 To Hold Annual Seniors Tea On Sunday
PLP Constituency 16 will be hosting their 7th Annual Seniors Tea from 1pm – 3m this Sunday at the Victor Scott Primary School. A PLP spokesperson said, “Mr. Michael Weeks, along with his wife, and Constituency 16 of the Progressive Labour Party will be hosting their 7th Annual Seniors Tea this Sunday, May 15. “The tea will be from... Read more of this article
New Cabinet Ministers: Simons, Baron, Richards
[Updated with video] A ceremony is taking place his afternoon [May 13] at Government House with changes to Cabinet being announced, with Jeff Baron being sworn in as Minister of National Security, Sylvan Richards as Minister of Social Development & Sport and Cole Simons being named the Minister of the Environment. In addition, the Premier announced... Read more of this article
PLP Extend Condolences: Henry Talbot’s Family
The PLP paid tribute to Mr Henry Talbot, saying they “will miss this giant figure within our party and the Bermudian community.” Acting Deputy Leader Mr. Walter Roban said, “Mr Henry A Talbot was a long time trustee and member /supporter of the Bermuda Progressive Labour Party [PLP]. He was a well known entrepreneur and businessman... Read more of this article
Finance Minister Attends Anti-Corruption Summit
Deputy Premier and Finance Minister Bob Richards had a front row seat at key meetings of the Anti-Corruption Summit 2016 in London today [May 12], as UK Prime Minister David Cameron pressed an ambitious agenda of global change. “Meanwhile, the Deputy Premier articulately and firmly told UK journalists why Bermuda is not willing to lead the way... Read more of this article
PLP Welcomes Increased Cruises To East End
The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party today welcomed the news of increased cruise visits to the East End, saying “any increase in cruise visitors to the Old Town is welcomed and will surely benefit St. George’s merchants and residents alike.” Yesterday Premier Michael Dunkley announced several initiatives as a result of the Government’s... Read more of this article
