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“Our seniors came dressed to impress in their Tea Party attire! Hosted by Ageing and Disability Services, the ‘Elder Abuse Awareness Tea’ served as a platform to raise awareness about elder abuse, promote socialising among seniors, and encourage education on preventing such abuse,” said the Minister of Social Development and Seniors, the Hon.Tinee Furbert, JP, MP. 

“Seventeen (17) committed educators celebrated their successful completion of the Bermuda Teacher Induction Programme. These dedicated teachers were honoured for their growth and resilience throughout the programme, under the theme, “Coming in Hot: Pandemic or not!” said the Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP, MP. 

Last week (June 9), Deputy Premier Walter Roban and the Head of the Public Service, Dr. Derrick Binns recognized the Department of Health’s Ms. Freddie Lambert as the recipient of the May Public Service Excellence Award (PSEA).

As the community is aware, the PSEA is a programme that recognizes Public Officers who are demonstrating admirable service delivery. Each month an individual or team is selected for their significant accomplishments in the last 60 days.

The Minister of Public Works, Lt. Col. the Hon. David A. Burch, OBE (Mil), ED, JP, MP, wishes to correct inaccurate information that was inadvertently shared during his response to Parliamentary questions in the House of Assembly on 2 June 2023, regarding the Bermudiana Beach Resort.

Minister Burch states: “I said then that Hilton Hotels were now a Co-Developer, but they are not a part of the Co-Developer Group that included the previous Company.

“The Co-Developers group were disbanded in September 2021 when the agreement with the former Co-Developer Group ended.

“I am honoured to have the opportunity to contribute to this important cause and applaud the Bermuda Blood Donor Centre for embracing inclusivity,” said Minister of Health Kim Wilson, JP, MP, after she visited the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital to donate blood today (June 9, 2023).

The Minister took the initiative to demonstrate her support for the Bermuda Blood Donor Centre’s recent changes to blood donation rules, which marks an important milestone in ensuring Bermuda’s blood donation practices align with global benchmarks.

Today (8 June), the Ministry of Home Affairs is proud to celebrate World Oceans Day. This year’s theme, “Planet Ocean: Tides are Changing,” highlights that despite our reliance on the ocean as a vital resource, it receives little attention and help in return, and only a tiny portion of its waters have been explored; therefore, we must begin to put the oceans first.

“We firmly believe that continuous training and development are vital in fulfilling the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service’s mission,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks.

The Minister’s comments come as the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service (BFRS) holds its intensive two-week Incident Command Course, further reinforcing its unwavering dedication to maintaining the highest safety standards in order to serve Bermuda. 

The Bermuda Archives formally invites the public, other government departments, churches, researchers, and similarly-minded organizations to join them for their open house on June 9, 2023 in celebration of International Archives Day.

“Most Bermudians don’t know that we even have an Archives,” shares Joanne Brangman, Bermuda National Library Director . “Bermuda’s entire history is living on through the preservation efforts given by the team here. We invite anyone to join us and see what it is we do!”

“This is an important step in ensuring that the people of Bermuda stay informed and safe during times of national emergency,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks, JP, MP.

The Ministry of National Security is proud to announce that Bermuda’s emergency radio station 100.1fm is now available on the http://www.gov.bm website. 

This is the first time that the radio station has been available to the public via the Internet in addition to the primary terrestrial signal.

Today, the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Sen. Owen K. Darrell, JP., provided an update on National Heroes Day, which will be observed on June 19, 2023

“Madam President, we have just concluded a Heritage Month full of activities, capped by the Bermuda Day Parade that was an incredible experience for spectators and participants alike despite the torrential rain. It was really an extraordinary event, and I praise those who “stayed the course” and braved the weather to participate in a special day full of national pride and community fellowship.

“We are fully aware of the impact that the recent heavy rainfall has had on our roadways, resulting in the emergence of numerous potholes,” said Minister of Public Works, Lt. Col. the Hon. David A. Burch, OBE (Mil), ED, JP, MP.

Minister Burch added: “The Ministry is actively addressing this issue, and our dedicated teams are working diligently to repair and restore the affected areas, ensuring safer and smoother driving conditions for the public.”

“This year’s STEAM Academy will be a captivating circus-themed adventure, where P4-M1 students will have the opportunity to design and build their very own circus games using a wide array of exciting tools and technologies such as woodwork, circuitry, 3D printing, and laser engraving and more,” said Mr. Neville Zuill, Lead Teacher of the 2023 STEAM Academy.  

Statement delivered today by the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Sen. Owen K. Darrell, JP.

“Good afternoon and thank you for joining me.

Today, I am pleased to have with me Members of the National Sports Centre Board of Trustees

As we stand here today, undoubtedly, the National Sport Centre facility has become a focal point for sports development and sports excellence over the years.

Mr. Speaker, in accordance with section 28 of the Bermuda Monetary Authority Act 1969, I am pleased to table the Bermuda Monetary Authority Annual Report 2022 (the “Report”).

Mr. Speaker, on Monday, May 22nd, 2023 I, along with the Honourable Premier, the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP, Deputy Speaker the Hon. Derrick V. Burgess, JP, MP, Mrs. Renee Ming, JP, MP the Member of Parliament for Constituency 1 and the Marina owner Mr. Mark Soares attended the celebratory grand opening for the new St. Georges Marina facility on Ordinance Island which provides a haven for numerous superyacht class vessels, which are larger than standard yachts and are typically serviced by highly-skilled, highly-paid crew members.

Mr. Speaker,

This morning I rise before this Honourable House to share information about the recent graduation events at Bermuda College and to provide details of this inimitable Class of 2023.

Mr. Speaker,

Good morning Mr. Speaker,

I am pleased to rise today to provide to the Members of this Honourable House an overview of the Employment (Minimum Hourly Wage) Order 2023 (the “Order”) and the Employment (Minimum Hourly Wage Entitlement) Regulations 2023 (the “Regulations”) that have been tabled in this Honorable House.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express my deep concern and condemnation of the recently reported attacks on bus operators in Bermuda. These senseless acts of violence have no place in our society and will not be tolerated. We stand in solidarity with our bus operators and their families during this difficult time and will do everything in our power to ensure that justice is served.

“We must prepare for this hurricane season, and ensure our collective safety and resilience,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks ahead of the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season on Thursday, 1 June.

 The Atlantic hurricane season begins on 1 June and ends on 30 November. This year, the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has predicted a 40 percent chance of a near-normal season and a 30 percent chance of a below-normal season.

“In keeping with the Government’s Employment Strategy of increasing local training opportunities and promoting pathways to securing employment, I am pleased to announce that the Department of Workforce Development recently concluded a Technical Cleaning Certification course for thirteen local Bermudians,” said the Minister of Economy and Labour, Jason Hayward. 

The Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, represented Bermuda at the 12th ILO Meeting of Caribbean Ministers of Labour in Guyana ahead of the 111th International Labour Conference in Geneva next month.

Held from May 23 – 25, the meeting of Ministers, which includes the participation of Ministers of Labour and senior officials from thirteen ILO member States and nine non-metropolitan territories in the English and Dutch-speaking Caribbean as well as representatives from regional worker’s organizations and employer’s organizations, was last held in 2019.