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Premier Visits Bermuda Regiment’s Recruit Camp
Earlier today [Jan 11] Premier and Minister of National Security Michael Dunkley visited Warwick Camp to assess the progress of the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s 2016 recruits. The Premier was accompanied by the Junior Minister of National Security Sen. Jeffrey Baron. Also attending this year’s recruit camp was Deputy Governor Ginny Ferson. A spokesperson... Read more of this article
Premier Michael Dunkley’s New Year’s Message
[New Year's Message from Premier Michael Dunkley] On behalf of my colleagues in Government, I extend best wishes to all Bermuda for a healthy, safe and prosperous New Year. We see 2016 building on this year’s gains for an Island that works better for Bermudians in every respect. By that I mean a fair, safe and inclusive Bermuda, with a growing economy... Read more of this article
Youth AC Hopefuls Train At Warwick Camp
Premier Michael Dunkley and Senator Jeff Baron met with some of the Red Bull Youth America’s Cup Team Bermuda hopefuls at Warwick Camp today [Dec 29]. The group of young athletes were taking part in a series of exercises aimed at revealing the top contenders for the final Youth Bermuda team. The aspiring sailors spent three hours with Maj. Martin... Read more of this article
Premier & Senator Meet With Four Star Pizza Staff
Premier Michael Dunkley and Junior Minister for National Security Senator Jeff Baron met with staff at the Four Star Pizza Restaurant in Warwick today [Dec 28] following the robbery that took place on Saturday. Senator Jeff Baron said, “This afternoon the Premier and I visited Four Star Pizza at the Warwick Workmen’s Club to show our support... Read more of this article
Premier Michael Dunkley’s Christmas Message
[Christmas message from Premier Michael Dunkley] Hello Bermuda: As we join others around the world in celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, I’m delighted to extend heartfelt Christmas greetings to each and every one of you. The holiday season always serves as a time to reflect on what’s most important. And the importance of family, loved ones and... Read more of this article
Video: Premier Dunkley On Defence Amendment
Premier Michael Dunkley recently spoke about the ongoing debate regarding conscription in the Bermuda Regiment, saying the opposition “had the opportunity to do something that they’ve called for, and they certainly didn’t do it” Speaking outside the House on Friday, Premier Dunkley said, “The main part of the Act that is... Read more of this article
Premier Congratulates BMA On Solvency II
Yesterday [Dec 7] Premier Michael Dunkley spoke at an event hosted by the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR], and congratulated the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] team on their successful work to achieve an equivalence finding from the European Commission under the Solvency II insurance regulatory scheme. The finding benefits European... Read more of this article
Premier Provides Overview On London Meetings
Premier Michael Dunkley provided an overview of his recent trip to London in the House of Assembly today [Dec 4], saying it was “a full and hectic visit,” and the “most contentious issue was that of Beneficial Ownership.” Premier Dunkley said, “You would be aware that for some years now the Leaders of the British Overseas... Read more of this article
Premier Dunkley: UK Trip Has Been Productive
[Written by Don Burgess + Updated] It’s been a busy week so far for Premier Michael Dunkley as he is in London for the Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council [JMC] meetings. But he’s using that time to also meet with Bermudian university students, British MPs and Lords as well as promote Bermuda as a tourist destination. The Premier at the... Read more of this article
Premier Dunkley: Beneficial Ownership Registry
[Written by Don Burgess] Premier Michael Dunkley called on the UK to make progress in its own registry for beneficial ownership. The Premier, who is in London for the Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council [JMC] meetings, told Bernews that Bermuda is an “open jurisdiction and access has not been denied to appropriate sources who are looking... Read more of this article
Premier In UK For Overseas Territories Meetings
The Cabinet Office advised today [Nov 30] that Premier Michael Dunkley is currently in the UK participating in the Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council Meetings [OT JMC]. “The OT JMC takes place from Nov. 30 – Dec. 3. Premier Dunkley will join other OT leaders as well as Cabinet Ministers and senior Civil Servants from Anguilla, British... Read more of this article
Premier Responds To U.S. Education Association
Premier Michael Dunkley has responded to the US-based National Education Association who wrote to him saying they have “serious concerns” regarding the Government actions with the Bermuda Union of Teachers. “The Government has invited the Unions to continue discussions with us in an effort to resolve the matter prior to resorting... Read more of this article
