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Twelve Students Receive BPSU Scholarships
On Thursday, July 19, the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] hosted its 26th annual Education Awards Ceremony, where the Education Committee presented twelve recipients with education awards. A spokesperson said, “Since 1993, the BPSU has been offering scholarships to its members and their dependents for both local and overseas education. This... Read more of this article
Minister Foggo Holds Meeting With BPSU
Minister for the Cabinet Office with Responsibility for Government Reform Lovitta Foggo held her first Government Reform Agenda Meeting with the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] yesterday [Jan 25], saying “we believe their input and active participation is imperative to the success of innovation in Government.” A Government spokesperson... 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
Govt’s Offer Of 2.5% Pay Increase Accepted
The Government’s offer of a 2.5% pay increase, retroactive until 1st April 2017, has been accepted by the Bermuda Public Services Union. A Government spokesperson said, “Today the Minister of Cabinet Office with Responsibility for Government Reform, Lovitta Foggo, announced the signing of a new three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement [CBA]... Read more of this article
BPSU: Strategic Partnership With Credit Union
The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] has “entered into a strategic partnership with the Bermuda Credit Union, saying that “by providing greater access to credit, the BSPU believes that this partnership will make a real difference in the lives of our members.” BPSU President Jason Hayward said, “The Bermuda Public Services Union... Read more of this article
BPSU: Motion Against Post Master General
Members of the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] Postal Division have “voted overwhelmingly to support a motion of No Confidence in the leadership of the Post Master General”. Citing staffing issues, information technology and equipment malfunctions, and building conditions/health and safety concerns, the BPSU said “On behalf of... Read more of this article
BPSU: Thank You To Public Service Employees
The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] joins with the rest of the world in celebration of UN Public Service Day today [June 23]. BPSU President Jason Hayward said, “The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] joins with the rest of the world in celebration of UN Public Service Day. “Public Service Day was established in 2003 by the UN General... Read more of this article
Photos: BPSU Holds 65th Anniversary Banquet
The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] celebrated their 65th Anniversary with a Banquet last night [May 27] at the Fairmont Southampton. In a statement to announce the event, the BPSU said, “The BPSU said, “There are times in the course of History when milestones are reached and celebrated. The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] will be... Read more of this article
Banquet To Mark BPSU’s 65th Anniversary
The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] will be celebrating their 65th Anniversary with a Banquet on May 27th at the Fairmont Southampton. The BPSU said, “There are times in the course of History when milestones are reached and celebrated. The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] will be recognizing such an occasion as it celebrates its 65th... Read more of this article
“Unequivocal Support” For BPSU President
The General Council of the BPSU has “thrown its unanimous and unequivocal support” behind its President Jason Hayward, who is expected to be charged in Magistrates Court tomorrow, and said the General Council will be accompanying the President to the Court hearing. BPSU President Jason Hayward Expected To Appear In Court Tomorrow Mr Hayward... Read more of this article
BPSU On Recommendations Made By COI
The recommendations by the Commission of Inquiry should be “carefully considered and to the extent that the recommendations make practical sense, and will help to achieve greater accountability for the public purse, they should be supported and implemented expeditiously,” the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] said. The Head of the Civil... Read more of this article
2 Hour Video: Panel Discussion On Job Market
The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] is hosting their 6th Triennial Delegate Conference Conference, with the theme “Modernizing the Union to Navigate Current & Future Challenges”. The opening session was held this morning [March 9] with a panel discussion on “Tackling Unemployment and the Change in Bermuda’s Job Market,” with BPSU... Read more of this article
BPSU Response To 2017/2018 Bermuda Budget
The current Budget is a “welcomed deviation from the status quo fiscal policies that we have seen in past budgets,” the Bermuda Public Services Union said, adding that the “2017/18 budget reflects the reality that the tax burden has not been equally shared in Bermuda for many years.” Finance Minister Delivers Budget Introducing... Read more of this article
‘Address The Revocation Order Immediately’
“If the PSC Regulations 2016 are not revoked, the senior most officers of the public service will report to the Public Service Commission,” the BPSU said today, adding that this means “the Public Service of Bermuda will be reporting, directly and indirectly, to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the United Kingdom.” The Union... Read more of this article
BPSU Announces New Executive Officers
The Bermuda Public Services Union announced the following new Executive Officers, saying they ”will assume positions effective March 10, 2017 until March 2020.” President – Jason Hayward 1st Vice – President Wendell Burchall 2nd Vice – President Linda Mienzer 3rd Vice – President Robin Minors Treasurer... Read more of this article
BPSU: Simmons To Retire, Grant Appointed
After 17 years of dedicated service, the Bermuda Public Services Union announced the retirement of Bro. Orin Simmons, Assistant General Secretary effective September 30th, 2016. The BPSU said, “Bro. Orin contributed greatly to the success and stability of the BPSU and as an avid unionist, Bro. Orin fought diligently for the rights of our members. “During... Read more of this article
