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UK Parliament Q&A On Territories Security
“The UK Government is committed to safeguarding the security of all our Overseas Territories,” the UK Parliamentary Under-Secretary said during a recent session of the UK Parliament. During the British Parliament’s session on January 14th, Chair of the Defence Committee Tan Dhesi asked the Secretary of State for Defence, “if he will... Read more of this article
Stephen Doughty On UK-Overseas Territories
UK Minister of State Stephen Doughty provided a statement about the recently held UK-Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council. Minister Doughty said, “The thirteenth UK-Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council [JMC] was held from 24 – 27 November 2025 in London. The Council was attended by elected Leaders and representatives from Anguilla,... Read more of this article
UK Parliament: Q&A On Overseas Territories
“The Joint Ministerial Council on 24-27 November 2025 agreed to develop the option for OTs to agree new Partnership Compacts with the UK, providing tailored, practical frameworks for advancing shared priorities,” Minister of State Stephen Doughty said. During the British Parliament’s session on January 7th, Liberal Democrat spokesperson Al Pinkerton... Read more of this article
Minister Wilkerson On Joint Ministerial Council
“I rise today to report to this Honourable House on my recent participation in the Joint Ministerial Council [JMC] in London, where I had the privilege of forming part of the delegation in engagements central to Bermuda’s constitutional development, legal responsibilities and our evolving relationship with the United Kingdom,” Attorney... Read more of this article
UK Parliament: Q&A On NHS Services & Access
During a British Parliament session, Minister Karin Smyth confirmed that citizens of British Overseas Territories can access NHS services for free in the UK if they are deemed ordinarily resident. During the British Parliament session on December 5th, Shadow Parliamentary Under Secretary for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs Andrew Rosindell... Read more of this article
Premier Burt On 2025 Joint Ministerial Council
Premier David Burt provided an overview of his recent attendance at the Joint Ministerial Council in London, which is the highest political forum between the UK Government and elected governments of the Overseas Territories. The Premier’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker , Honourable Members will be aware of my recent attendance at the Joint... Read more of this article
Premier Burt Hosts Networking Dinner In UK
Premier David Burt concluded his London visit by hosting a networking dinner for Bermudian students and recent graduates in the UK. A Government spokesperson said, “As the Premier, the Hon E. David Burt, JP, MP, concluded his engagements in London, he hosted a networking dinner on Friday, 28 November, for Bermudian Students and Recent Graduates in... Read more of this article
UK & Overseas Territories Joint Communiqué
The UK and Overseas Territories issued a Joint Communiqué following the 2025 Joint Ministerial Council Meetings in London, spanning topics including democracy, governance, sanctions, security and more. Introduction 1. We, the Minister for the UK Overseas Territories and the Elected Leaders and Representatives of the Overseas Territories, convened... Read more of this article
Premier & Governor Meet With King Charles III
A Government of Bermuda delegation led by the Premier David Burt travelled to London last week to participate in the annual Joint Ministerial Council [JMC], the highest political forum between the UK Government and the Governments of the British Overseas Territories. A Government spokesperson said, “Additional engagements included a meeting with the... Read more of this article
Premier To Attend JMC Meetings In London
Premier David Burt is in London this week to attend the annual meeting of UK government officials and leaders of the Overseas Territories at the Joint Ministerial Council [JMC]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier is joined by the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Sen. the Hon. Kim Wilkerson, JP, and Secretary to the Cabinet... Read more of this article
UK Export Finance Delegation Visits Bermuda
Governor Andrew Murdoch welcomed UK Export Finance to Bermuda from November 17 to 19 to discuss trade, investment, and collaboration opportunities. A spokesperson said, “The UK government’s export credit agency, UKEF are a key partner in enabling global trade and investment offering a range of competitive financial products. “They have... Read more of this article
Premier Burt To Host Networking Event In UK
Premier David Burt will host a networking event in London on November 28 for Bermudian students and recent graduates living in the UK. A Government spokesperson said, “On November 28, the Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP will host a networking event for Bermudian students and recent graduates living in the UK. “The event will be an opportunity... Read more of this article
