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Column: Ewles On Asthma, Awareness & More
[Column written by Mary Ewles] The average person breathes 12-20 times every minute, more than 25,000 times a day. That’s over 670 million breaths in an average lifetime. For most, it’s automatic, invisible, effortless. But for thousands of people in Bermuda living with asthma, COPD [Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, like emphysema and chronic... Read more of this article
Column: Kim Swan On Employment & More
[Opinion column written by Kim Swan] A strong future for Bermuda is built on the strength of our people. That’s the foundation of the PLP Government’s approach to economic development, ensuring that the benefits of growth reach not just the top, but every hardworking Bermudian trying to build a stable and meaningful life. Whether it’s providing... Read more of this article
Column: Lister On Economy, Employment & More
[Opinion column written by MP Dennis Lister III] Every Bermudian deserves some breathing room. And while there is no magic fix, progress is being made. According to the Department of Statistics, in the first quarter of this year, Bermuda’s real GDP grew by 1.1% and by 3.3% in current prices. Employment income rose by 6.3%, with strong gains in business... Read more of this article
Column: Lindsay Simmons On OBA & More
[Opinion column written by the PLP Senator Lindsay Simmons] Let’s recall when the One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] was in power: No legislative reforms or updates to strengthen sentencing for sexual offenses against minors No implementation of a sex offender registry despite public pressure and growing awareness of community safety risks. No alerts... Read more of this article
Column: MP King On Abuse, Justice & More
[Opinion column written by MP Robert King] What message are we sending to survivors of sexual abuse? And what is the government doing to ensure this issue is a priority and being urgently addressed? As was recently reported in the media, a man who admitted having sex with a 15-year-old girl was handed an 18-month suspended sentence after court delays... Read more of this article
Column: Ben Smith On Education, Reform, More
[Opinion column written by the OBA's Ben Smith] Every September should feel like progress. Students should be returning to classrooms that are safe, fully staffed, and ready to inspire. Teachers should be feeling supported, not overburdened. Parents should know exactly what lies ahead. Sadly, in Bermuda today, too many families are returning to uncertainty. The... Read more of this article
Column: Rawlins On Children, Trauma & More
[Opinion column written by Chardonaé Rawlins] The first week of school is supposed to be a fresh start. New uniforms, sharpened pencils, the hum of possibility in the air. But if you look closely, you’ll notice the child who lingers at the back of the room, avoiding eye contact. The one who startles when the door slams. The one whose homework is... Read more of this article
Column: Butterfield On Education, Literacy, More
[Opinion column written by Cyril Butterfield] Education is the foundation of a strong community. But in Bermuda, too many of our young people are falling behind. According to the Nonprofit Alliance’s 2024 White Paper, only 50% of students in our primary, middle, and high schools are meeting expected outcomes in reading, writing, and maths. These aren’t... Read more of this article
Column: Pearman On Politics, Leadership & More
[Opinion column written by Shadow Legal Affairs Minister Scott Pearman] As the Summer draws to a close, and we enter the autumn season of party political conferences – with the OBA’s party conference in September and the PLP following after in October – here are two questions for you to ponder… First, are you better off than you were eight... Read more of this article
Column: Simmons On Labour, Fairness & More
[Opinion column written by PLP Senator Lindsay Simmons] On Labour Day, Bermudians came together under the theme, “Labour is The Link,”to reflect on how labour ties all of us together and underpins the successful running of our country and our economy. We also reflected on the sacrifices of those who fought for fair treatment, safe workplaces, and... Read more of this article
Column: Dion Smith On AI, Scams, Laws & More
[Opinion column written by the OBA's Dion Smith] Many of us live life juggling too much at once to pay attention to every warning or crisis until something happens to us, or someone close to us. It’s human nature to tune things out until they hit home. In previous opinion pieces, I’ve raised concerns about the increasing number of Bermudians being... Read more of this article
Column: Bell On Economy, Growth & More
[Opinion column written by PLP Senator Lauren Hayward Bell] Bermuda’s economy grew in the first quarter of 2025 Real GDP increased by 1.1%, while overall GDP grew 3.3%, reflecting stronger spending, higher incomes, and smart public investment. Behind these numbers is a clear story, our economy is recovering, and the benefits are beginning to reach... Read more of this article
