Photos: WiRe 2024 Women’s Day Gala & Award

Women in Reinsurance [WiRe], the professional organization for women working in Bermuda’s reinsurance sector, hosted its second annual Women’s Day Gala, and Natasha Scotland Courcy was presented with the first ever WiRe Woman of the Year Award. A spokesperson said, “Women in Reinsurance [WiRe], the professional organization for women working in Bermuda’s reinsurance sector, hosted […]
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Photos: 2024 International Women’s Day Event

The Bermuda International Women’s Day Committee held an event to mark International Women’s Day, where they named Tammy Richardson-Augustus the 2024 Woman of the Year. A spokesperson said, “The exceptional 2023 Woman of the Year, Patrina O’Connor-Paynter, demonstrated her incredible talent as the emcee, guiding the audience through the program gracefully and enthusiastically. “Tammy Richardson, […]
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Premier Congratulates Richardson-Augustus

Premier David Burt congratulated Tammy Richardson-Augustus on receiving the 2024 Woman of the Year Award. In a post on Instagram, Premier David Burt said, “I attended the Bermuda International Women’s Day Celebration with my wife, Kristin. With this year’s theme of “Inspiring Inclusion”, we continue our commitment to promoting gender equality and creating a more inclusive […]
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Govt Celebrates International Women’s Day

During this past week, the Government of Bermuda has been observing International Women’s Day [IWD], which was celebrated on Friday. A government spokesperson said, “This year’s theme is #InspireInclusion, and the Public Service has shone a spotlight on the important role that women play in Government. “In recognition of the day, Her Excellency the Governor, […]
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UK Parliament: Q&A On Cannabis Laws

“The UK is committed to working in partnership with Bermuda and we remain available to discuss new proposals on this legislation,” the British Parliamentary Under-Secretary said when asked about decriminalisation of possession of cannabis in Bermuda. During a recent session in the British Parliament,  Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell asked, “To ask the Minister of State, Foreign, Commonwealth […]
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Polaris Holding Maintain Dividend Payout

Polaris Holding Company announced that they will maintain its fourth quarter dividend for shareholders of record. In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Polaris said, “Following last quarters capital investment in heavy equipment for Stevedoring Services Limited and the East End Asphalt Company Limited [EEA], in December parent Polaris Holding Company Ltd., took EEA’s […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For March 8 2024

The official Government and Legal notices for today [March 8] include permanent resident certificate, Bermudian status and acting appointments. Permanent Residents Certificate – Section 31B Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Permanent Resident Certificate – PRC 31B Notice ID: GN0263/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Immigration Publication date: 08 March, 2024 Notice is hereby given that application has been […]
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Bermuda’s Visa Controlled Nationals List

“In accordance with the UK’s updated list, Bermuda’s Visa Controlled Nationals list has removed Colombia and Qatar and lists the following countries as exceptions – Bahrain, the People’s Republic of China, Indonesia, Kuwait, Oman, South Africa, Taiwan, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and Vietnam,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said in the House of […]
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Uniformed Service Women Celebrate IWD

Commuters passing through the Crow Lane roundabout this morning [March 8] were greeted by women from Bermuda’s uniformed services – Customs, Police, and Fire departments – in celebration of International Women’s Day. Related Stories BELCO Celebrates International Women’s Day Bermuda Golf Joins R&A Women’s Charter Minister Furbert On International Women’s Day Tammy Richardson Named Woman […]
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Govt: Technical Issue Affects Pay Advice

The Government’s Department of Employee & Organizational Development [DE&OD] is “advising of a technical anomaly affecting monthly employees and pensioners.” A DE&OD spokesperson advised that, “Although monthly employees and pensioners were compensated at the end of January and February 2024, due to a technical issue some individuals regrettably did not receive their pay advice for […]
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Bermuda Golf Joins R&A Women’s Charter

The Bermuda Golf Association [BGA] pledged its commitment to advancing women’s golf by becoming a Global Signatory of the R&A Women’s Charter. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Golf Association Pledges Commitment to Grow Women’s Golf [Hamilton, Bermuda] – To mark International Women’s Day, The Bermuda Golf Association [BGA] proudly announces it has agreed to sign […]
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Minister Furbert On International Women’s Day

“The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors embraces the 2024 theme for International Women’s Day – #InspireInclusion” and “we celebrate all women in all of their diversities,” Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinée Furbert said in the House of Assembly today [March 8]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, it […]
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Minister Roban On Integrated Agriculture Strategy

Speaking in the House of Assembly today [March 8], Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban provided an update on the Integrated Agriculture strategy which is “aimed at supporting and enhancing the island’s local food production.” The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to update this Honourable House on the Ministry of Home […]
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Minister On Expanded Scholarship Program

“This year, we’re proud to introduce new and improved awards that underscore our dedication to accessible, inclusive education,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [March 8], the Minister said, “This year, we’re proud to introduce new and improved awards that underscore our dedication to accessible, inclusive education. “First, […]
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BPS Attends Women In Police Conference

Deputy Commissioner of Police Na’imah Astwood represented the Bermuda Police Service at the International Association of Women in Police Conference in the Cayman Islands. A police spokesperson said, “This week, Na’imah Astwood, Deputy Commissioner of Police, was part of a delegation representing the Bermuda Police Service at the International Association of Women in Police [IAWP] […]
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PwC Releases Two Studies On Int’l Women’s Day

PwC unveiled two research studies on International Women’s Day, the Women in Work Index and Inclusion Matters. A spokesperson said, “To mark International Women’s Day 2024, PwC has released two studies, the Women in Work Index and Inclusion Matters, finding that global progress on achieving gender parity at work continues at a sluggish rate. “Now […]
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BMA To Celebrate 52nd Year With Event

The Bermuda Motocross Association [BMA] is preparing for its 52nd-anniversary celebration this weekend. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Motocross Association [BMA] is thrilled to announce its 52nd-anniversary celebration at the beloved Southside Motocross Track. This landmark event, taking place this Sunday 10th March, will see the gates drop at 12:00 PM for an unforgettable day […]
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Watson-Brown & Georgia Begin Swim Meet

Logan Watson-Brown and her University of Georgia swimming and diving teammates began competition at the 2024 Bulldog Invitational Last Chance Meet at Bauerle Pool at Gabrielsen Natatorium. Watson-Brown advanced to the women’s 200 yard backstroke A final after finishing seventh in the preliminaries, clocking 2:00.72. In the women’s 200 yard backstroke A final, Watson-Brown finished […]
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Armstrong & Rider Win MAAC Championships

Nathan Armstrong and his Rider men’s track and field teammates have won back-to-back the MAAC indoor track and field championships. Rider finished with 190 points overall. Armstrong competed in the men’s 800 meter run preliminaries finishing 14th clocking a time of 1:59.09. Related Stories Donna Raynor Presents Medals At World Indoors Famous Wins Southland Conference […]
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