Government

Good morning members of the media,

Recently there has been a focus on the announcement by an air carrier that they will not be servicing the Boston route this winter.

I know that many of our residents depend on this route for business and personal reasons. Not having this non-stop service will inconvenience many, especially those who frequent the area for access to medical treatment and universities.   

“Sadly, Bermuda has recorded two more coronavirus related deaths. 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 3450 test results, and 12 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.3%.

•        Sunday: 2 positive out of 1631 results (0.1% positivity)

•        Monday: 10 positive out of 1819 results (0.5% positivity)

Good day; thank you for joining me.

As I believe you know, the Government and I, personally, are fully committed to sport. And we are doing everything possible to allow both local and international activities to resume safely.

Local sport, in particular, is extremely important to our social, physical and mental wellbeing, as well as our sporting aspirations nationally. We recognize this and we strive to balance the benefits of sport with the need to keep the population safe during the current pandemic.

Good Afternoon Bermuda.

Like most of Bermuda, my thoughts and prayers are with the families of those affected by last night’s incident.

I condemn the shootings at the Robin Hood Bar and Restaurant in the strongest possible terms. The callous and senseless acts of violence which occurred last night has no place in our society. This heinous act put so many people in harm’s way. 

The Minister of National Security, the Hon. Renee Ming, JP, MP this evening said, “I condemn the shootings at the Robin Hood Bar and Restaurant in the strongest terms. This heinous act put so many people in harm’s way. 

“My thoughts and prayers are extended to the victims and to their families as I call for calm across the island. 

“I implore those of you who may know something to say something. I encourage you to make contact with the Bermuda Police Service on 211 or 800-8477. We need your help to ensure those responsible are brought to justice.”

This Friday (Oct. 29) the Department of Culture will host a special Halloween themed Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series – “Haunting Bermuda: Chilling Stories from the Isles of Devils” A Film. 

Taking place via live stream at 8.00p.m., participants include: 

• Mr. John Cox, co-author Bermuda’s Favourite Haunts 

• Ms. Kristin White, author and tourguide of Haunted Histories 

• Mr. Alex Winfield, puppeteer; and 

• Mr. Rajai Denbrook, storyteller 

I am joined by the Minister of Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, to discuss Bermuda’s filled jobs and workforce.

Today, I will highlight The Bermuda Job Market Employment Briefs report from the Department of Statistics, and Minister Hayward will speak to the continued effort of his Ministry to support, train and guide our workforce.

This latest edition of The Bermuda Job Market Employment Briefs examines employment changes from 2019 and 2020.

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

Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 5022 test results, and 13 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.3%.

These results are from testing done on:

•        Thursday: 8 positive out of 1753 results (0.5% positivity)

•        Friday: 2 positive out of 1837 results (0.1% positivity)

“Bermuda has recorded one more coronavirus related death this week. I extend my sincere condolences to the family and friends who are mourning this loss,” said the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, JP, MP.

Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received5419 test results, and 19 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.4%.

These results are from testing done on:

•        Monday: 1 positive out of 1615 results (0.1% positivity)

•        Tuesday: 8 positive out of 1759 results (0.5% positivity)

Good Day and Welcome,

This morning I wish to update the public regarding students returning to school. We are pleased to announce that as of today, all pre-schools, primary and 3 of 4 Middle Schools have returned to in-class learning, successfully having met the required clearance.

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

The public will recall my recent announcement that in November, I will be attending the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Glasgow or COP26, held in Glasgow, Scotland. I now wish to share some information on our role in the event.

Today the Department of Culture announced details of the Flora Duffy mural, which is part of the recognition events to honour Bermuda’s first Olympic Gold Medalist.

Good afternoon.

Over the past few days, our COVID statistics have gotten better. We have seen fewer active cases and deaths. This is good news for Bermuda, and I am confident that if we all continue to do everything we can to avoid getting infected with COVID-19 and look out for each other, things will continue to get better.

We have completed week 40 of vaccinations. Since January 11, Bermuda has administered a total of 89,029 vaccinations.

Of the 89,029 vaccinations given as of October 16:

The Ministry of Labour advises the public of two fake emails in circulation. One claims to be an offer of assistance from the Department of Financial Assistance. The other is a COVID-19 status validation request from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in partnership with the Government.  

If you receive or have received either of the following correspondence (email sample attached), please ignore and immediately delete:

Please be advised of the following schools that opened successfully on Friday, October 15, 2021:

Friday, October 15, 2021

1. Elliot Primary

2. Northlands Primary

3. Lyceum Preschool

4. Prospect Preschool

Please be advised of the following schools that opened yesterday, Tuesday, October 19th, 2021:

Tuesday, October 19, 2021

1.   Warwick Preschool

2.   St. David’s Preschool

3.   St. George’s Prep

4.   Francis Patton

5.   Harrington Sound Primary