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Video: OBA Press Conference On Seniors/Health
[Updated] The One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] held a press conference today [July 10] with Minister of Health and Seniors Jeanne Atherden, and election candidates Andrew Simons and Simone Barton discussing matters related to seniors and health care. The press conference has just concluded and we will have additional information later on, and in the meantime... Read more of this article
PLP: ‘No Immigration Policy In OBA Platform’
The OBA does not include immigration policy in their platform, the PLP said, adding that :immigration is a divisive issue with Bermudians, yet, the OBA does not feel it necessary to include an immigration plank in their platform.” A PLP spokesperson said, “The OBA does not include any immigration policy in it’s platform document released... Read more of this article
Generation Next: Attend OBA Youth Forum
Generation Next said they encourage “all young Bermudians to attend the One Bermuda Alliance’s youth forum this evening at 6pm at the CedarBridge Academy to question the OBA MP’s and candidates on their party’s record and proposed policies. “A video advertisement for the forum states that the forum is ‘an opportunity to get those questions... Read more of this article
Column: Growing Pains Of A Young Democracy
[Opinion column written by Voters Rights Association] Although Bermuda’s Parliament held its first session in 1620 it is only relatively recently that it has enjoyed proper representative democracy. The Island’s first general election held on the basis of universal adult suffrage and equal voting took place on May 22, 1968, so Bermuda’s is an... Read more of this article
PLP: False Flyer Being Shared On Social Media
The PLP said they have “been made aware of an image that is circulating on social media about our Western Rally at TN Tatem on Sunday afternoon that is purporting to represent the PLP.” “We are advising the Public that the image/document is in no way connected to the PLP. Frankly, we are alarmed and disgusted by the intent, tone, and content... Read more of this article
Live Video Replay: PLP Press Conference
The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] held a press conference this afternoon [July 7] with remarks from Opposition Leader David Burt, Spokesperson for Sports Neville Tyrrell, Spokesperson for Disability Affairs Tinee Furbert, Spokesperson for Tourism & Entrepreneurship Jamahl Simmons, and Spokesperson for Home Affairs Walton Brown. The press conference... Read more of this article
Live Video Replay: OBA Press Conference
[Updated] The One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] held a press conference this afternoon [July 7] with comments from Premier Michael Dunkley, Minister of Home Affairs Patricia Gordon-Pamplin and candidate Fabian Minors. The press conference has just concluded and we will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the 30-minute live video replay... Read more of this article
Video: PLP Release General Election Platform
[Updated with video] The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] is holding a press conference this evening [July 6] to announce their platform for the 2017 general election, saying “We’ve combined fresh, new ideas with strong old ones for a platform that truly values all Bermudians. “It’s time for a government that values all Bermudians,... Read more of this article
Video: OBA Hold Press Conference On Education
[Updated] The One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] held a press conference today [July 6] with Minister of Education Cole Simons, Senator Lynne Woolridge and candidate Nicholas Kempe discussing education. The press conference has just concluded and we will try and post additional information later on, and in the meantime the 25-minute live video replay is below. Update:... Read more of this article
Video: PLP Hold Press Conference On Jobs
The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] held a press conference this afternoon [July 5] with Spokesperson for Tourism & Entrepreneurship Jamahl Simmons and Spokesperson for Economic Development Kim Wilkerson discussing the economy, and specifically jobs. Mr Simmons said, “The OBA is making a lot of promises about how they will fix our economy,... Read more of this article
Elmore Warren: ‘Give Voice To Concerns, Ideas’
Independent candidate Elmore Warren — who will be running in C#21 Pembroke South East — released a flyer, saying he is asking the “constituents of Pembroke South East to be the first to elect an independent candidate in 2017 to give a voice to their concerns and ideas.” Mr Warren will run in C#21, a seat which is currently held... Read more of this article
Live Video Replay: OBA Press Conference
[Updated] The One Bermuda Alliance held a press conference today [July 5] with Finance Minister Bob Richards and election candidates Ray Charlton and Nalton Brangman discussing a number of matters related to the economy. The press conference has just concluded and we will try to add additional information later on, and in the meantime the 22-minute... Read more of this article
Live Video Replay: PLP Rally On Kindley Field
[Updated with photos] The Progressive Labour Party held a rally at Kindley Field in the east end this evening [July 4], with attendees, many wearing green shirts, listening to short speeches from east end candidates as well as Opposition Leader David Burt. 90-minute live video replay The promo for the rally said, “It’s time to stand up... Read more of this article
Nomination Of Candidates For Election
The nomination of candidates for the General Election was held today [July 4] at the Hamilton Seventh-Day Adventist Church Hall on King Street, Hamilton. At the close of nominations, the following candidates were nominated for election, to take place on 18th July 2017. Both parties are fielding candidates in all 36 seats, and there are 5 Independents:... Read more of this article
PLP’s Response To OBA’s Election Platform
“As the OBA releases their 2017 platform, Bermudians should take extreme caution when reading it,” the PLP said, adding that “in 2012, the OBA made several promises to Bermudians that were broken.” “In 2012, the OBA promised to create 2,000 new Bermudian jobs. They broke that promise. We lost 2,000 jobs,” the PLP... Read more of this article
Barritt Will Not Be Candidate In General Election
John Barritt has confirmed that he will not be a candidate in the upcoming election, adding that he remains committed to better governance for Bermuda. In response to queries, Mr Barritt told Bernews, “I wish to confirm that I have decided not to offer myself as a candidate in the forthcoming election. “It is with some reluctance that I... Read more of this article
