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“Diabetes prevention is vital for reducing the health, economic, and societal burdens associated with the disease,” said Minister of Health, Kim Wilson, JP, MP, “I am grateful to the Bermuda Diabetes Association for hosting the free health screenings, lunch-and-learn and diabetes assessments during their Diabetes Prevention Day (August 14) and I was more than happy to attend for my screening including getting an HBA1c test.

On August 24, small and medium sized entrepreneurs and individuals whose businesses cater to the visitor experience are encouraged to attend a town hall meeting to learn more about the Tourism Investment Act.

The meeting will take place at the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation’s St. George’s Economic Empowerment Zone Hub at 6.00 p.m., and will be hosted by the Minister of Tourism and the Cabinet Office, Vance Campbell. The BEDC Hub is located at 11 Water Street, Upper Floor, St. George’s, and space is limited.

The Bermuda Government is committed to developing talent to fill critical roles at all levels in the Public Service. 

This has been demonstrated by the Summer Employment Programme which introduces young people to the Service to enable the exploration of the wide array of career options. Additionally, the Government’s Leadership Development Programme is designed to develop talent within the Service and the Public Service Bursary Award Scheme promotes the public service career aspirations of Bermudians in areas often difficult to fill.

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour, the Hon Jason Hayward, JP, MP, released the 2023 Q1 Balance of Payments & International Investment Position publication. 

The Minister explained, “Bermuda’s trade with non-residents resulted in a $309 million surplus for the first quarter of 2023, down $45 million from a year ago.

Today, Premier David Burt paid tribute to former MP Mr. Stanley Morton, who sadly passed away this morning.

The Department of Workforce Development celebrated the success of the 2023 Summer Employment and Internship Programmes with a reception for the 183 participating students. This year was an improvement, with the number of participating students increasing by 53.

“Through intensive training at the Newcastle International Fire Training Academy, our twenty-three brave recruits will be forged into a formidable team, armed with specialised skills to safeguard our international airport,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks, JP, MP.

On Saturday, 5 August, the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service (BFRS) sent 23 recruit firefighters (including two female officers) to participate in a specialised aircraft firefighting course at the Newcastle International Fire Training Academy in the UK.

The Ministry of Health is inviting persons in the hospitality industry to a virtual training webinar on the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases in the Hospitality Sector on August 16, 2023.

The training session, presented by the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA), provides an introduction to and the background of the Regional Tourism and Health Program (THP) and the various components and services it offers to the hospitality sector. It will also cover infectious diseases that can potentially impact the tourism sector as well as prevention and control methods.

The Ministry of Economy and Labour has released the Economic Development Strategy’s Strategic Priority Five: People. This strategic priority focuses on Investing in the local workforce to ensure Bermudians have the necessary tools required to remain competitive and positioning the local workforce to take advantage of employment opportunities. Strategic Priority Five also seeks to utilise immigration as a lever for greater economic activity and a sustainable workforce.

• Proposed New Tax Regime Would Reinforce Bermuda’s Continuing Commitment to Global Compliance and Transparency
• Proposed Tax Regime Developed to Support Bermuda’s Economic Goals
• Begins an Initial Public Consultation Period for New Corporate Income Regime

Today the Economic Development Department (EDD) launched the nominating period for its annual Technology Innovation Awards, also known as the Tech Awards. Since 2007, the EDD has taken great pride in recognising Bermuda-based companies and solutions that have significantly contributed to the technology industry locally and internationally.

Every year, the TechAwards celebrate the ingenuity of Bermudian and Bermuda-based creators and innovators who have demonstrated exceptional achievements within Bermuda’s technology industry.