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OBA Motion In House About Sexist Comments

OBA Motion In House About Sexist Comments

MPs are being called on to back a motion decrying “the posting of inappropriate and/or sexist comments on social media by Members of Parliament”. Pat Gordon-Pamplin, the Shadow Health Minister, tabled the motion which says: “Be it resolved that this Honourable House decries the posting of inappropriate and/or sexist comments on social media by... Read more of this article

OBA Urge Premier To Establish Women’s Forum

OBA Urge Premier To Establish Women’s Forum

Opposition Leader Jeanne Atherden has urged the Premier “to establish an apolitical Women’s Forum to discuss women’s issues and promote the development and empowerment of women here in Bermuda,” saying it would be an “appropriate response to Minister Caines’ behavior and thinking.” Ms Atherden’s comments follow after... Read more of this article

OBA: Minister Should Resign, Reflect On Actions

OBA: Minister Should Resign, Reflect On Actions

“Minister Caines should do what the Premier does not have the guts to tell him to do – resign and take a time out to reflect on his actions,” OBA Chairperson Justin Mathias said. His comments follow after Minister of National Security Wayne Caines was widely criticized for posting a video on his Instagram page which appeared to show himself... Read more of this article

Premier Disappointed In Minister Caines Conduct

Premier Disappointed In Minister Caines Conduct

“I have spoken with Minister Caines to communicate my disappointment with the lack of respect for women and poor judgment conveyed by the actions in the recording,” Premier David Burt said, with the Premier adding that it was “exceptionally poor conduct.” “Consistent with his public apology, he has expressed his sincere regret... Read more of this article

UK Media Report On Minister Milk Matter

UK Media Report On Minister Milk Matter

In an article entitled “Senior politician from Bermuda apologises after asking female staff at London’s Cereal Killer Café if they have ‘t***y milk,” the UK’s Evening Standard has reported on the Instagram video posted by Minister Wayne Caines, and his subsequent apology. Their report said, “A senior politician from... Read more of this article

Minister Caines: ‘I Apologize Without Reservation’

Minister Caines: ‘I Apologize Without Reservation’

“I apologize without reservation to everyone in Bermuda,” Minister of National Security Wayne Caines said following what he termed an “inappropriate comment” on his Instagram account. Instagram Comment The video quickly began to circulate online, with numerous people saying they felt his words were unacceptable with some noting... Read more of this article