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Mr Speaker, in this Government’s 2017 Election Platform, we pledged that we would increase pension benefits by the rate of inflation and earlier today, with the tabling of the Contributory Pensions (Amendment of Benefits) Order, I am pleased to announce that it is a promise that this Government is proud to keep, just as we have done since 2017!
Mr Speaker, I rise today to provide this Honourable House and the people of Bermuda with an update on the latest estimates relating to the 2022/23 Budget arising from the extensive work done to prepare for the audit of the Consolidated Fund.
Mr. Speaker, I rise to provide this Honourable House and the people of Bermuda with an overview of the status of the East End Water and Wastewater Infrastructure project.
Mr. Speaker, I rise this morning to inform this Honourable House of the outcome of the Bermuda Tourism Authority activity in accordance with the 2022 Annual Report and Accounts to be tabled in this Honourable House today.
The Minister of Youth, Culture and Sports, Sen. Owen K. Darrell, JP, met with Bermuda football legend and former English Premier League player Shaun Goater, MBE.
Today’s relaxed meet and greet was an opportunity for the Minister to discuss local football, youth development and sports in general with one of Bermuda’s most recognizable athletes.
Save the date Bermuda. On July 18, starting at 12.00 p.m., the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Sport will have a series of celebration activities to recognize the achievement of Bermuda’s Special Olympians at the World Games in Berlin last month.
With the implementation of the national minimum hourly wage and considering the number of queries received from the public, employers and employees, the Ministry of Economy and Labour takes this opportunity to reiterate that domestic workers, whether full-time or part-time and living in or out of their employer’s home, are entitled to receive the minimum hourly wage rate of $16.40 as of 1 June 2023.
Tomorrow night (Wednesday, July 12, 2023) at 8 pm, there will be a Beating of the Retreat Ceremony on the Cabinet Office Grounds in Hamilton. This colourful pageant of military music, popular tunes, and precision drill is performed by the Royal Bermuda Regiment Band and Corps of Drums, Bermuda Islands Pipe Band and the Bermuda Highland Dancers.
All are welcomed to attend.
The Cabinet Office invites Bermudian graduates to apply for a paid one-year internship within the Government of Bermuda London Office. Successful applicants will gain invaluable experience in assisting on the Government’s portfolio in the UK and Europe. This will also include first-hand experience assisting Bermuda’s diaspora on matters relating to Consular Affairs; engaging with other Overseas Territory Governments, the UK Government, and Parliament; and an opportunity to gain exposure in the UK and EU market through Government and Private Sector relationships.
Recently the Minister of Social Development and Seniors, The Hon. Tineé S. Furbert, JP, MP, and the Commissioner of Police Mr. Darrin Simons provided an update on the Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) Model and The SafeLives Bermuda: Public Health Approach Report.
Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the March 2023 Retail Sales Index (attached).
March’s volume of Retail Sales Index decreased 5.4 per cent compared to last year. In value terms, retail sales increased to an estimated $101.9 million.
Five of the seven sectors recorded year-over-year volume sales index decreases in March 2023 as follows:
“We appreciate the public’s patience and understanding as we continue our work to address the pothole issues caused by the recent heavy rainfall,” said Minister of Public Works, Lt. Col. the Hon. David A. Burch, OBE (Mil), ED, JP, MP, in an update on the Ministry’s repair efforts.
The Minister thanks the public for their patience during this challenging period. Contrary to speculations, Minister Burch would like to clarify that the repair efforts have not been hampered by staff vacancies within the Department of Works and Engineering.
“The festive atmosphere at the Volunteer Appreciation Event and Opening of the 7th Annual Student Art & Digital Competition at Masterworks on June 30th showcased the creativity of Bermuda’s talented young artists and honoured volunteers as the heartbeat of our community.” said The Minister of Social Development and Seniors, The Hon. Tinee Furbert JP, MP.
The Premier, the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP, is in Trinidad and Tobago this week to attend the 45th Regular Meeting of the Conference of CARICOM Heads of Government.
The Regular Meeting of the Conference of CARICOM Heads of Government is an annual event that gathers leaders from the 15 member states and five associate members in the Caribbean region. The conference serves as a platform for the heads of government to discuss and make decisions on matters related to regional cooperation, integration, and development.