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Premier: ‘Baroness Thatcher Was A Trail-Blazer’
“On behalf of the people of Bermuda, allow me to express our heartfelt condolences at the passing of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher,” Premier Craig Cannonier said last night. “Lady Thatcher was a friend of Bermuda throughout her 11 years as Prime Minister, most notably for the support she provided behind the scenes... Read more of this article
Premier Hosts Reception For Carifta Athletes
This afternoon [Apr 4] Premier Craig Cannonier held a reception at Camden to congratulate our Carifta athletes on their recent success in the Bahamas. The team brought home five medals, with Kyrah Scraders claiming a gold and a silver, Sakari Famous winning a silver, Zakiyyah Showers winning a bronze, and Juma Mouchette winning a bronze. The Carifta... Read more of this article
Video: Premier On Politics, Finances & More
School yard politics are still being practiced and now is not the time to be involved in those types of practices, Premier Craig Cannonier said today [Mar 28] at a press conference. “The world is passing us by…we are in a global economy competing here,” said the Premier. “We can no longer be so insular we are fussing among ourselves.” “It... Read more of this article
Premier: ‘PLP Resorting To School Yard Tactics’
The Progressive Labour Party is still “resorting to school yard fighting tactics to provoke nonsensical dialogue none of which will benefit Bermuda or Bermudians,” Premier Craig Cannonier said today [Mar 26]. The Premier was responding to statements by the Opposition earlier today, in which they expressed concern on “how so quickly things... Read more of this article
“Sonesta Purchase Is Good News For Bermuda”
The purchase of the old Sonesta property by the Green Family is good news for Bermuda and indicates there is comfort and that there are investors who want to work with Bermuda, Premier Craig Cannonier said. The Green Family announced on Monday [Mar 18], that they purchased the South Shore property. This marks the Greens second hotel property purchase... Read more of this article
Premier Cannonier First Shoe Shine Customer
In a nod to the traditional business hotel, The Fairmont Hamilton Princess today unveils its new shoe shine stand. Located in the lobby, the custom-made, antique-inspired chair will serve as both a functional shoe shine stand as well as a unique show piece. For $6, guests of the hotel can give their footwear the “royal” treatment to include cleaning,... Read more of this article
Premier Cannonier On Cabinet Office Expenses
The Cabinet Office Group’s overall summary budget in 2013-2014 is $16.8 million, a reduction of about 3% year-over-year, Premier Cannonier said yesterday [Mar 6] in the House of Assembly. The Cabinet Office provides policy advice and other support services to the Premier, the Cabinet, and the Civil Service, and is also responsible for the administration... Read more of this article
Premier, Minister & Governor On U.K. Visit
Premier Craig Cannonier attended a bilateral in London with the Minister responsible for Overseas Territories, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Foreign & Commonwealth Affairs Mark Simmonds. Accompanying the Premier was Minister of Finance Bob Richards, Governor George Fergusson, Assistant Financial Secretary Wayne Brown and UK Representative... Read more of this article
Clergy Meet With Premier, Minister, Senator
Fifteen members of the clergy joined Premier Craig Cannonier, Minister of Public Safety Michael Dunkley and Junior Minister Senator Jeff Baron at the Cabinet Office today [Feb 6], where they expressed their desire to see the Government address some enforcement issues such as action on tinted helmet visors and consistency in sentencing for offences. The... Read more of this article
Videos: Premier, Governor, Minister On Murders
Premier Craig Cannonier, Police Commissioner Michael DeSilva, Governor George Fergusson, and Minister of Public Safety Michael Dunkley held a press conference this morning [Jan 24] to address the double murder that took place last night. At around 9pm last night, 34-year-old Haile “Star Child” Outerbridge and 25-year-old Rico Furbert were chased... Read more of this article
Premier: Inauguration An ‘Uplifting Experience’
Premier Craig Cannonier has described his visit to Washington DC, for President Barack Obama’s Inauguration as “a very successful one”, noting that he was “proud to represent Bermuda” at such an historical occasion. Premier and Mrs. Cannonier were also among the guests at The President’s Ball being held at the Washington Convention Centre. Premier... Read more of this article
Premier Cannonier To Attend U.S. Inauguration
The Cabinet Office announced this evening [Jan 20] that Premier Craig Cannonier and his wife Mrs. Antoinette Cannonier, will attend the Inauguration of President Barack Obama in Washington DC, tomorrow. Premier and Mrs. Cannonier will be among the guests present at The President’s Ball being held at the Washington Convention Centre tomorrow evening. Premier... Read more of this article
Premier Cannonier: Crime, Job Creation & More
Premier Craig Cannonier said the Government is focused on job creation, making health insurance affordable for everyone, building local and international businesses and reducing crime. “The people of Bermuda have spoken very clearly that they want and expect our government to be rational and organized as we face these enormous financial challenges... Read more of this article
Premier, Minister Address Christmas Day Murder
[Updated] Yesterday [Dec 25] Premier Craig Cannonier and Minister of Public Safety Michael Dunkley visited the family of Malcolm Augustus who are deep in mourning after Mr Augustus was killed early on Christmas Day. The 20-year-old was shot on the St George’s golf course just after midnight, and a 24-year-old George’s man has been arrested... Read more of this article
Premier Craig Cannonier: Holiday Message
Merry Christmas Bermuda! This is my first Christmas message to you as Premier and, on behalf of my wife Antoinette and my family I wish you all the best this holiday season. This is such a special time of year, a time to come together with the people who mean the most in our lives, to share with them the love that lies in each of us. It is a time of... Read more of this article
UK Minister Congratulates Premier Cannonier
Following Bermuda’s General Election on 17 December, Mark Simmonds MP, Minister for the Overseas Territories has made the following statement: “I welcome the appointment of Premier Craig Cannonier, JP, MP, leader of One Bermuda Alliance. Bermuda is the oldest and most populous Overseas Territory with strong constitutional connections to the UK,... Read more of this article
