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12 Students Receive BPSU Education Awards
The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] hosted their 31st Annual Education Awards Ceremony, and presented twelve recipients with awards. A spokesperson said, “On Monday, August 21, 2023, under the leadership of President Bro Armell Thomas, General Secretary Bro Kevin Grant and the Education Committee Chair Sis Lauren Bell, the Bermuda Public Services... Read more of this article
BPSU: “A True Champion For Workers Rights”
“Bro. Ottiwell Simmons will be forever remembered by the BPSU as a true champion for workers’ rights and a symbol of resilience and determination in Bermuda,” the BPSU said. A spokesperson said, “The Executive Committee and the General Council of the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] joins its membership to mourn and give... Read more of this article
BPSU: “A Tripartite Consensus Is Key”
“As we move forward in these uncertain times, we must remember that in order for there to be fair and equitable outcomes as well as the effective implementation of human-centered economic initiatives, a tripartite consensus is key,” the BPSU said, adding that “a tripartite approach that includes the Government, the Private Sector... Read more of this article
‘Moderate Interruption’ Of Services On Thursday
Due to a BPSU General Membership Meeting on Thursday [June 1] “there will likely be a moderate interruption of public services during this time” that may “impact BPSU services, for in-person, telephone and email services.” A Government spokesperson said, “Tomorrow [June 1] from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm, the Bermuda Public Services... Read more of this article
“Moderate Interruption Of Govt Services”
Due to a Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] Membership meeting today [May 4] there will be a “moderate interruption of public services this afternoon,” the Government has advised. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is advised that due to a Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] Membership meeting scheduled for today, [May... Read more of this article
Column: Mental Health In The Workplace
[Column written by Hanif Benjamin] Mental illness should be a concern to employers not only because of the suffering experienced by individual employees but because of its impact on the workplace. Productivity is negatively affected not only by absenteeism but also by “presenteeism” –that is when employees are at work but unable to function well... Read more of this article
‘Officers Play A Vital Role In Delivering Services’
The BPSU said it was “disturbing” to learn that a Government MP “took to the floor of the House of Assembly to accuse Government employees of engaging in ‘threatening and ‘shameful’ behaviour,” and noted that “public officers play a vital role in delivering services to the community.” While the BPSU... Read more of this article
18 Students Receive BPSU Education Awards
The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] recently hosted its 30th annual Education Awards Ceremony, presenting 18 students with education awards. A spokesperson said, “On Friday, July 22, 2022, under the leadership of President Bro Armell Thomas, General Secretary Bro Kevin Grant and the Education Committee Co-Chairs Sis Lauren Bell and Sis Linda... Read more of this article
Elements Welcome, However Long Term Needed
“While elements of this relief package are welcomed, this initiative will only provide temporary, short-term relief,” the BPSU President said, adding that “the BPSU continues to strongly advocate for a more pragmatic, long-term approach to economic recovery.” This follows after the Premier announced a $15 million economic relief... Read more of this article
BPSU On 2022 International Women’s Day
[Written by BPSU Assistant General Secretary Lloyquita Symonds] International Women’s Day is celebrated annually around the globe on March 8th. It is a day marked to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day is also used for a “call to action” for progressing gender parity. The theme for this year is... Read more of this article
Column: The Importance of Social Dialogue
[Opinion column written by BPSU General Secretary Kevin Grant] The International Labour Organization [ILO] defines social dialogue as “all types of negotiation, consultation, or exchange of information, between or among representatives of governments, employers, and workers, on issues of common interest relating to economic and social policy.” Social... Read more of this article
BPSU President On Covid, Vaccine, Union, More
“The BPSU recognizes the challenges our Island face with the division that exists between persons who are vaccinated and unvaccinated,” President of the Bermuda Public Services Union Armell Thomas said, adding that “as a Union, we advocate a message of personal choice, safety and responsibility during these times.” He added that... Read more of this article
