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Update On Restricted & Closed Job Categories
The Ministry of Economy and Labour issued an update on Restricted and Closed job categories. A Government spokesperson said, “Effective December 1st, 2025, the Ministry of Economy and Labour advises the public that the moratorium on new work permits issued for the following Closed job categories is extended for three months, ending February 28th,... Read more of this article
Govt Seeking Youth Employment Partners
The Government is inviting local businesses to “partner in developing the island’s future workforce by offering summer employment opportunities to students enrolled in the 2026 Youth Employment Programmes.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] is inviting businesses across Bermuda to... Read more of this article
Youth Employment Programmes Applications Open
The Department of Workforce Development has opened applications for the 2026 Youth Employment Programmes for students aged 16 to 26. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] is pleased to announce that applications for the 2026 Youth Employment Programmes [YEP] are open. Students aged 16 to 26 seeking meaningful... Read more of this article
Column: Marico Thomas On Workforce & More
[Opinion column written by Marico Thomas] My statement about hospitality earlier this week caused a range of public reactions and also revealed something deeper… that there is confusion about what is actually happening in Bermuda’s labour market, and many reactions are based on older assumptions about how Bermuda used to work. Comments have included: “Bermudians... Read more of this article
Chamber President Highlights Jobs Challenge
The reopening of the Southampton Princess Hotel will require approximately 500 employees which is a national labour issue, the President of the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce said. Mr. Marico Thomas Statement Mr Marico Thomas said, “The upcoming reopening of the Southampton Princess Hotel is expected to require approximately 500 employees, followed... Read more of this article
Minister Hayward On Employment, Future & More
“By advancing fair employment practices, supporting union efforts, and ensuring equitable treatment for all employees, we are laying the foundation for a more just and prosperous future,” Minister of Economy & Labour Jason Hayward said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker, In March of 2024... Read more of this article
Column: OBA’s Campbell On Employment & More
[Opinion column written by the OBA's Vance Campbell] The recent article “Job numbers up but still below pre-pandemic levels” paints a cautiously optimistic picture of Bermuda’s labour market. While it’s true that total jobs increased by 1.8% between 2023 and 2024, a deeper dive into the data reveals troubling trends that deserve public scrutiny. Bermudian... Read more of this article
2025 Bermuda Job Market Employment Briefs
“Bermuda’s economy experienced job growth with an increase of 1.8% or 585 jobs between 2023 and 2024, bringing the total number of filled jobs to 33,451,” Minister Jason Hayward said. Speaking at a press conference, Minister Jason Hayward said, “As Minister for the Ministry of Economy and Labour, I am privileged to present the... Read more of this article
Age Concern “Hire The Experience” Campaign
Age Concern Bermuda has launched its Workforce Equity Campaign called ‘Hire the Experience’ to ”advocate for fairer employment opportunities across generations.” A spokesperson said, “Age Concern Bermuda [ACB] has heard the voices of older adults who say age discrimination continues to be a barrier to fair and meaningful... Read more of this article
Ministry Provides Update On Work Permit Policy
The Ministry of Economy and Labour said it will “continue carefully reviewing the feedback submitted by stakeholders and members of the public during the Work Permit Policy 2025 consultation.” A Government spokesperson said, “The consultation, which ran from June 5 through July 4, 2025, invited employers, employees, agents, and the general... Read more of this article
Update On Restricted & Closed Job Categories
The Ministry of Economy and Labour issued an update on Restricted and Closed job categories. A Government spokesperson said, “Effective September 1st, 2025, the Ministry of Economy and Labour advises the public that the moratorium on new work permits issued for the following Closed job categories is extended for three months, ending November 30th,... Read more of this article
172 Students Take Part In Employment Initiative
The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] is celebrating 172 students for participating in the 2025 Youth Employment Programmes this summer, an initiative designed to “bridge the gap between education and meaningful employment.” A Government spokesperson said, “The programmes, which include the Summer Employment Programme and Summer... Read more of this article
