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Column: Smith On Candidacy, Comments & More
[Opinion column written by OBA candidate Ben Smith] I learned a valuable lesson in political communications before the snap 2020 election. I recorded a video about immigration so that we could have a reasonable policy discussion. Unfortunately, it was edited and used as a political weapon. Of course, on the announcement of my candidacy for Constituency... Read more of this article
Video: BNV With OBA Candidate Ben Smith
Ben Smith — who will be the OBA’s candidate for the bye-election in Smith’s South on October 5th – is joining Bernews today [Aug 29] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. The bye-election was called due to the resignation of Cole Simons, who has held the seat for over two decades, winning twice under the UBP... Read more of this article
OBA’s Ben Smith To Run In By-Election
[Updated] The OBA announced that Ben Smith — a former MP who currently serves in the Senate — will be their candidate for the by-election in Smith’s South on October 5th. A spokesperson said, “The One Bermuda Alliance is pleased to announce that Ben Smith, JP, has been confirmed as its candidate to run in the October 5 by-election. “Currently... Read more of this article
Smith’s South Bye-Election On October 5
The bye-election in Smith’s South – which has been called due to the resignation of Cole Simons — has been set for October 5, 2023. A spokesperson said, “The Parliamentary Registrar wishes to advise the public that Her Excellency the Governor Ms. Rena Lalgie has issued a writ of election for a bye-election to take place for Smith’s... Read more of this article
PLP Start Canvassing In Smith’s South
[Updated] The PLP said they “commenced canvassing last week in Smith’s South for the upcoming bye-election” with teams traveling to “different neighborhoods throughout Smith’s Parish in order to meet and engage with residents.” The bye-election has been prompted by the resignation of veteran MP Cole Simons, who recently stood... Read more of this article
Hamilton & St George’s Election Results
[Updated] The Corporation of Hamilton and St George’s municipal election took place today [May 11]. A spokesperson said, “The municipal election for the Corporation of Hamilton took place today. Five nominees put their names forward for four Common Councillor seats on the City Board, representing the Hamilton residential community. “Retaining... Read more of this article
Bermuda Municipal Elections Nomination Day
Nomination Day for the upcoming Ordinary Municipal Elections was held today at the Seventh –Day Adventist Church Hall, King Street in The City of Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “At the end of Nominations, the result are as follows: Municipality of Hamilton “For the Corporation of Hamilton, the Business Ratepayers’ election and Mayoral election... Read more of this article
City Reminder: Register For Upcoming Election
The City of Hamilton is reminding all eligible business ratepayers to ensure they are registered for the upcoming municipal election. A spokesperson said, “The Parliamentary Registrar has formally announced that a municipal election is due to take place on Thursday, May 11th, 2023. The City of Hamilton is encouraging all business ratepayers in... Read more of this article
Municipal Elections To Be Held On May 11th
Ordinary Municipal Elections for the Corporations of Hamilton and St. George’s will be held on May 11, 2023. A spokesperson said, “There will be a 7-day registration period for Municipal Residents and Business Ratepayers starting today. Registration will close at 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 6, 2023. “Business Ratepayers can check their registration... Read more of this article
‘May Hold Ordinary Municipal Elections’ In May
“Given these circumstances, we believe the equitable course of action is to allow both of our municipal bodies to proceed with their elections providing for officeholders to serve for two years instead of the customary three years, pending the Privy Council’s ruling,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch. A Government spokesperson... Read more of this article
Tianny Butterfield Wins Municipal Election
Tianny Butterfield has won the election for the Municipal Residents’ Councillor for the Corporation of St. George’s. A spokesperson said, “Mrs. Tianny Butterfield has been declared the winner for the extraordinary municipal election that took place yesterday 7 July 2022. Mrs. Butterfield will assume the seat of Municipal Residents’ Councillor... Read more of this article
Writ Issued For Extraordinary Municipal Election
A writ has been issued for “an extraordinary municipal election to be held for the Corporation of St. George’s for the election of one Residents’ Councillor.” This was contained in today’s official notices, which stated, “In pursuance of the provisions of section 30 of the Parliamentary Election Act 1978, as modified by the... Read more of this article
