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Premier And Ministers Conclude Meetings In UK
Premier Craig Cannonier said this week’s visit to the UK to participate in the annual Joint Ministerial Council [JMC] meetings was fruitful, and the Government said Minister Michael Fahy pressed for a guarantee that Bermudians would have access to emergency travel passports under the intended new system. The Premier, along with the Minister of Home... Read more of this article
Photos: Premier’s Concert Features Local Talent
Scores of people turned out last night [Nov 23] at the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium to see some of the Island’s top young performers take the stage for the Premier’s Concert. The Premier’s Concert — first introduced in December of 1985 by then Cultural Affairs Officer Ruth Thomas — is presented by the Department of Community and Cultural... Read more of this article
Premier Pleased With “Encouraging Feedback”
The Cabinet Office said “encouraging feedback” has been received regarding Bermuda and its offering as a leading business jurisdiction for Islamic Finance as a result of the recent October trip to the UK led by the Premier Craig Cannonier. Premier Cannonier said he was pleased with the way the Island was received, not only at the World Islamic... Read more of this article
Premier Speaks At Economic Forum In London
Premier Craig Cannonier was a panelist at the 9th World Islamic Economic Forum held today in London and spoke on the topic ‘Changing World, New Relationships. Bermuda attended the Forum on the personal invitation of the Chairman of the WIEF Foundation: Tun Musa Hitam. Minister Hitam stated that this was the first time that the WIEF Forum was hosted... Read more of this article
115 People Attend Bermuda Reception In London
Premier Craig Cannonier addressed a room of over 115 Bermudian students and residents last night [Oct 26] at the annual Bermuda Networking event held at the Intercontinental Westminister London hotel, which was organized by the Bermuda Government’s London Office. A Government spokesperson said, “As this was the first time the attendees had the... Read more of this article
Premier Cannonier To Speak At Forum In London
The Cabinet Office said that Premier Craig Cannonier will lead a delegation to attend the 2013 World Islamic Economic Forum in London next week in an effort to strengthen Bermuda’s relations with member countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council [GCC]. Joining the Premier will be the Minister of Finance Bob Richards and senior members from the Ministry... Read more of this article
Premier To Attend Bermuda Reception In London
The Bermuda Government’s London Office will be hosting its annual Bermuda Networking Reception on Saturday [Oct 26] at the InterContinental-Westminster London. A spokesperson said, “Premier Craig Cannonier will be in attendance at the event, which is open to all Bermudians, studying, working, and living in the UK. The aim of the reception is... Read more of this article
Premier: “A Year Of Big Accomplishments”
Premier Craig Cannonier has issued a statement regarding the first Parliamentary Year for the OBA Government. Premier Cannonier said, “Just last week, the Senate rose to complete an extra session of Parliament the Government needed to complete our first-year legislative agenda that was set down in January’s Throne Speech. “It was only... Read more of this article
Video: Premier Cannonier On First Ten Months
Premier Craig Cannonier spoke about the One Bermuda Alliance’s first ten months in power, and the various legislation that has been put in place. “It is vital that we all understand we have no real natural resources of our own,” said the Premier. “And so we have to rely on the investment coming into the country to fuel our economy.... Read more of this article
OBA: No Challenges To Cannonier Or Dunkley
One Bermuda Alliance Leader Craig Cannonier and Deputy Leader Michael Dunkley have not been challenged and will continue to serve in their current roles for the next four years, the OBA said today. The OBA will hold its annual Conference, which is open to all members, at 7pm on Saturday, 19 October at the Fairmont Southampton. A statement from the Party... Read more of this article
Photos: Premier & Minister Visit Elliot Primary
Yesterday [Oct 4] Elliot Primary School kicked off its Literacy Program with Premier Craig Cannonier and Deputy Premier Michael Dunkley as the special invited guests. One highlight of the Assembly was an interview of both Premier Cannonier and Deputy Premier, Michael Dunkley. Students in Primary four through to Primary 6 asked both gentlemen questions... Read more of this article
Premier Speaks At KPMG Infrastructure Summit
Premier Craig Cannonier lead a panel discussion yesterday [Sept 23] at the 2013 KPMG Island Infrastructure Summit in Miami, Florida; stating that the Bermuda government views the development of infrastructure projects as “pivotal for the creation of jobs for Bermudians and that it can be achieved through collaboration with local and international... Read more of this article
Bermuda Delegation To Attend Seminar In Miami
Premier Craig Cannonier will be attending the KPMG National Infrastructure Strategy Summit in Miami, Florida. Also in attendance will be the Minister of Tourism Development and Transport Shawn Crockwell, Minister of Public Works Trevor Moniz, Minister of Environment and Planning Sylvan Richards and his Permanent Secretary Dr. Derrick Binns, General... Read more of this article
Premier Cannonier: “Collaboration Is The Way”
[Written by by Premier Craig Cannonier] On Labour Day, I said Bermuda must make our time together an era of collaboration. I said that because I believe our progress rests on us working together better. Bermuda needs the best efforts from all our people to dig the Island out of a hole that threatens our way of life. We can still argue and disagree with... Read more of this article
Premier: ‘Statistical Data An Indispensable Tool’
Sound statistical data is an indispensable tool to helping government clarify what’s going on and shape solutions for a better Bermuda, Premier Craig Cannonier said today [Sept 19]. The Premier was speaking at the National Strategy for the Development of Statistics Consultation Workshop, which was held at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute.... Read more of this article
Premier Hails Gibraltar Meeting As A Success
Premier Craig Cannonier concluded his meetings in Gibraltar yesterday [Sept 11] and hailed the visit a success. While the purpose of the meeting was to set the agenda and to develop a more cohesive voice when communicating common issues, prior to the upcoming Joint Ministerial Council meeting which will be held in London in November, the meeting also... Read more of this article
