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“Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another two coronavirus related deaths since our last update,” said the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, JP, MP. “I extend heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.”

Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 2997 test results, and eight were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.3%.

These results are from testing done on:

§  Sunday: 3 positive out of 1286 results (0.2% positivity)

§  Monday: 5 positive out of 1711 results (0.3% positivity)

The following statement was issued today by the Speaker of the House, the Hon. Dennis Lister, JP, MP.

The Convening of the next Session of the Legislature will be on Friday, 5 November 2021.

The Government’s legislative agenda will be set out in the Speech from the Throne, which will be delivered for the first time by Her Excellency the Governor, Ms. Rena Lalgie.

Good afternoon.

Over the past few weeks, our COVID statistics have improved. Although we have reported coronavirus related deaths, we have also seen fewer active cases. While we cannot become complacent, I am optimistic that things will continue to get better. And for things to continue to get better, we must all do our part and follow the public health guidance.

The Ministry of Home Affairs is pleased to update and share photos of the Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs, the Honourable Walter Roban, JP, MP, first two days attending the UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow, Scotland. 

Yesterday, Minister Roban participated in a meet-and-greet with the UK Overseas Territory (UKOT) delegations participating at COP26 (photos below). 

The Ministry of Health is aware of a Public Health Alert from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) relating to a salmonella outbreak linked to “Citterio Premium Italian-Style Salame Sticks ALL NATURAL”.

I take this opportunity to advise Employers against the use of precarious independent contractor work contracts. The Ministry of Labour has received several reports from workers and members of the public about unfair contractual terms and employment contracts that seem to take advantage of the current economic climate in Bermuda and challenge finding suitable  and sustainable employment.

The Department of Workforce Development is now accepting applications for the 2022 Graduate Trainee Programme. 

As part of the Bermuda Economic Recovery Plan’s Youth Employment Strategy, the Ministry of Labour launched the first Graduate Trainee Pilot Programme in February 2021, with 15 recent college/university graduates involved. 

“Sadly, Bermuda has recorded three coronavirus related deaths since our last update,” said the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, JP, MP. “I extend heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.”

Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 6461 test results, and ten were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.2%.

These results are from testing done on:

§  Thursday: 5 positive out of 1934 results (0.3% positivity)

§  Friday: 1 positive out of 2595 results (<0.1% positivity)

Good afternoon everyone,

The Bermuda Post Office is pleased to announce that effective November 6th, 2021, until further notice, the Parcel Post section of the General Post Office in Hamilton will be opened from 8 am to 12 noon on Saturdays. 

This change will enable the post office to serve the general public better and increase our customer service offerings, including the pick-up and delivery of express, parcel mail, and other related services. 

“Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death. I extend my sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased,” said the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, JP, MP.

Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 3855 test results, and ten were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.3%.

•        Tuesday: 5 positive out of 2058 results (0.2% positivity)

•        Wednesday: 5 positive out of 1797 results (0.3% positivity)

The Ministry of Public Works advises the public that repairs to the section of Harbour Road located between Highwood Lane and Lover’s Lane in Paget continue to face significant delays. 

Initial delays resulted from long stretches of bad weather, and the work permitted only during low ocean tides. Now over the last month, delays are resulting from a property dispute.

The management team at Public Works are discussing the matter with the landowners, and following a resolution, the work is expected to continue.

As the Bermuda Post Office (BPO) continues to modernise and reinvent itself by offering services needed by local businesses, the Ministry for the Cabinet Office is pleased to advise the public that the BPO is now offering a Drop-and-Deliver Service. This service will further enhance those offered and allow local businesses to use the BPO to deliver products to their clients in Bermuda and overseas.  

Good day to all members of the media and the listening public. 

You will recall my October 13 invitation to our young students to share their thoughts on the issue of climate change with an international audience. I set out a challenge to students 18 years of age and younger to submit written pieces up to 100 words, picture and graphic, or video up to 60 seconds on one of the following topics:

• Biodiversity

• Marine Environment

• Land Sustainability

• Climate Resilience or 

• Emissions.