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BPSU Responds To 2024 Throne Speech
The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] says that it expresses its “support for several ambitious initiatives outlined in the recent Throne Speech” and added that “urgent action is needed to stem the tide of rising healthcare costs” and also noted that pension reform is “another growing concern.” A spokesperson said,... Read more of this article
B.U.T. Disappointed With Department’s Decision
The Bermuda Union of Teachers said they are “dismayed by the Department of Education’s haste to enact sanctions against teachers in the Bermuda Public School System.” A spokesperson said, “Recent comments in the press about efforts to accelerate the formation of a Transformation Team for the School for Exceptionalities, with the... Read more of this article
Govt & Unions Engage In Training Sessions
Minister of the Cabinet Office Crystal Caesar “welcomed chairs, union partners, and technical officers to a training session on interest-based bargaining.” A government spokesperson said, “Representatives from the Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU], Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU], Prison Officers Association [POA], Fire Services... Read more of this article
Teachers Union On Staffing, Concerns & More
“The narrative surrounding school reform in Bermuda has long-since reached a boiling point, and now the strain being heavily imposed upon teachers in the Bermuda Public School System [BPSS] is manifestly unbearable, and entirely unacceptable,” the Bermuda Union of Teachers General Secretary Dante Cooper said. Mr Cooper said, “Recent... Read more of this article
Teachers Union On Staffing, Management, More
“It’s time for the Department to prioritize our teachers’ well-being and the quality of education for our students,” the Bermuda Union of Teachers said, adding that “our children deserve a classroom that’s staffed, safe, and ready to learn.” The comments from the Union follow after CedarBridge Academy was closed for a... Read more of this article
USA Port Union Agrees To Suspend Strike
The International Longshoremen’s Association received a new wage offer and will halt its walkout at East and Gulf Coast ports, which began Tuesday, according to a story in the New York Times. The story said, “The International Longshoremen’s Association, the union that represents dockworkers on the East and Gulf Coasts, agreed on Thursday to suspend... Read more of this article
Chris Furbert & Linda Bogle-Mienzer Statement
BIU President Chris Furbert and the BPSU’s Linda Bogle-Mienzer “engaged in an open and constructive dialogue” and have released a joint statement stating that “as leaders in the trade union movement, we understand that workers’ rights cannot be separated from human rights, and it is our shared duty to uphold the dignity and... Read more of this article
BPSU Committed To Equality For All Individuals
The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] “stands firmly committed to the principles of equality, inclusion, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other aspect of their identity,” BPSU President Armell Thomas said. Mr Thomas said, “We believe that every member of our community... Read more of this article
Photo Set #2: 2024 Labour Day Events
The annual Labour Day celebrations were held yesterday [Sept 2] with people marching through Hamilton prior to gathering at Union Square where politicians and union leaders addressed the crowd. You can view all our coverage of Labour Day over the years by clicking here. Related... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: 2024 Labour Day Speeches
[Updated with photos] The annual Labour Day celebration is taking place today [Sept 2] with people gathering on Union Square where speakers will address the crowd. We will have photos and additional coverage later on and in the meantime, the live video is below, and you can view all our coverage of Labour Day over the years by clicking here. Related... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: 2024 Labour Day March
[Updated with photos] The annual Labour Day celebrations are taking place today [Sept 2] with people marching through Hamilton before a gathering at Union Square where speakers will address the crowd. We will have a photo gallery later on and in the meantime, you can view all our coverage of Labour Day by clicking here. Related... Read more of this article
Photos: 2024 Annual Labour Day Banquet
The 40th annual Labour Day Banquet was held last night [August 30] at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. The event started with a cocktail party followed by a dinner where the keynote speaker was Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch. You can view all our coverage of the Labour Day Banquet here, and all our coverage of Labour Day here. Related... Read more of this article
