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2 Hour Video: Full Coverage Of Gaming Meeting
The Government kicked off their series of Gaming Town Halls last night [Feb 4], with the first one being held at Penno’s Wharf in St. George’s, and full video coverage of the almost 2-hour event is posted below. The Town Hall began with Tourism Minister Shawn Crockwell addressing the audience, and Attorney General Mark Pettingill and Senator Nalton... Read more of this article
First Gaming Town Hall To Be Held Tonight
The first Town Hall on gaming will be held from 6pm – 8pm this evening [Feb 6] at Penno’s Wharf in St. George’s, designed to provide the opportunity for locals to learn more about the Government’s plans. Minister of Tourism Development and Transport Crockwell said: “I encourage anyone with any questions or concerns about gaming in... Read more of this article
Minister Announces Gaming Town Hall Meetings
Minister of Tourism Development & Transport Shawn Crockwell today gave details of town hall meetings that will be held to discuss Integrated Casino Resort gaming in Bermuda. To start the public awareness programme, Minister Crockwell will be a guest on ZBM’s Let’s Talk show on Monday, February 3rd at 8 p.m. Town Hall meetings will be held as... Read more of this article
Tourism Minister Comments On Singapore Trip
Minister of Tourism Development and Transport Shawn Crockwell today commented on his recent trip to Singapore to examine their gaming industry. Minister Crockwell was joined by Attorney-General Mark Pettingill and a technical officer from the A-G’s chambers. On the way to Singapore the delegation stopped in London where they met with 2 Hare Court,... Read more of this article
Man Pleads Guilty To Using Brother’s Debit Card
Appearing in Magistrates Court on Friday [Jan 24], David Robinson, 26, ultimately pleaded guilty to defrauding Sea Horses betting shop and using his brother’s debit card to unlawfully obtain $18,100 cash which he used, between January and March 2013, to place numerous bets with the betting shop. However, in an agreement with the DPP, only counts 34... Read more of this article
Minister & AG In Singapore To Discuss Casinos
Minister of Tourism & Transport Shawn Crockwell, Attorney-General Mark Pettingill and a technical officer are in Singapore where they are meeting with various entities to discuss gaming models. Minister Crockwell said: “I announced at a press conference on January 9th that the Government had decided to proceed with the Integrated Casino Resort... Read more of this article
Group Reminds Public Of Referendum Petition
The group that launched a petition calling for the Government to hold a referendum on casino gambling has reminded the public about the referendum, saying that in addition to the e-petition, the petition is also available for signing at Rock Island Cafe, Kirk’s Jewellers, BIU Headquarters and BIU Gas Station. During the run up to the 2012 General... Read more of this article
Nahki Wells Goal Turns $6 Bet Into $63,000 Win
The whole island was thrilled by Nahki Wells goal scoring exploits on Saturday, however our level of excitement was probably eclipsed by the joy experienced by two overseas football fans who placed £3.50 [$6.00] worth of bets and made almost £40,000 [$65,000] thanks to Wells game-winning goal. After signing with new club Huddersfield Town on Friday... Read more of this article
Dice Games Banned Early In Bermuda History
Dice games were banned early on in Bermuda’s history according to the National Museum of Bermuda, who posted a photo of bone dice from a 17th century shipwreck on Instagram recently. The Museum often posts photos and historical facts on the photo sharing network allowing people to glimpse into the past using modern technology. The caption said... Read more of this article
Govt: No Restrictions On Residents In Casinos
[Updated with videos] Speaking at a press conference today [Jan 9], Minister of Tourism Shawn Crockwell said that Government has decided to embrace the “integrated casino resort model” for Bermuda, meaning that the casinos will be located at hotel properties. During the Q&A portion, the Minister said that the Government “does not... Read more of this article
Online Petition Calls For Gambling Referendum
[Updated with video] This morning [Jan 9] an online petition and website was formally launched calling for the Government to hold a referendum on the legalization of casino gambling in Bermuda. A press conference was held to announce the petition, with speakers including former Independent political candidate Jonathan Starling, former UBP Leader Kim... Read more of this article
Petition Planned Over Referendum Cancellation
Following Premier Craig Cannonier’s decision to take the gambling legislation straight to the House of Assembly, a group is planning to launch a petition calling for a referendum. Last month Premier Cannonier announced that instead of holding a referendum on gambling, the matter will be decided by a vote in Parliament. The decision resulted in... Read more of this article
