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| Amendments to the Public Health Covid-19 Emergency Powers — which stated they have an operative date of November 30, 2020 – state that “a person who fails to take all reasonable steps, as required by regulation 3, to maintain appropriate physical distancing by not wearing a mask when one is required commits an offence and […]
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| Governor John Rankin announced that Cindy Clarke will be appointed as Bermuda’s Director of Public Prosecutions with effect from Friday, December 4th, 2020. The Governor said, “I am pleased to appoint Cindy Clarke as Bermuda’s next Director of Public Prosecutions. She will bring to the position a wealth of experience, including as Crown Counsel since […]
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The Governor, John Rankin CMG, has announced that Ms Cindy Clarke will be appointed as Bermuda’s Director of Public Prosecutions with effect from Friday, 4 December 2020.
The Governor said, “I am pleased to appoint Cindy Clarke as Bermuda’s next Director of Public Prosecutions. She will bring to the position a wealth of experience, including as Crown Counsel since 2000 and as Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions since 2011. I wish Ms Clarke well in her new role.”
| As of November 20, 2020, an estimated 2,163 people are receiving Financial Assistance benefits, Minister Jason Hayward said, while Finance Minister Curtis Dickinson said that just over $267,000 has been paid to about 60 people on the Supplemental Unemployment Benefit programme. Speaking at yesterday’s [Nov 30] press conference, Labour Minister Jason Hayward said, “Regarding the total number of Financial […]
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| A community steering committee has been formed to provide a supporting role for the SailGP Bermuda Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess, which will be held in April 2021. A BTA spokesperson said, “Bermudians Paul Scope and Mark Clarke have accepted an invitation to lead a Community Steering Committee formed to provide a supporting role for […]
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| Bermudian author Leah Dean has released her first book, entitled Assemble the Tribe: Believe in Your Value. Find Belonging. Be Different. A spokesperson said, “Leah J M Dean, born and raised on the island of Bermuda, combines her 20 years of local and international Human Resources, Executive and Board experience, to write this personal but […]
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| The record-breaking 2020 Atlantic hurricane season officially ended yesterday, however forecasters note that while the official hurricane season concludes on November 30, storms may continue to develop. While the island, fortunately, did not take any direct hits or sustain any major damage this hurricane season — which saw a record breaking 30 named storms — […]
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| AmWINS Group Inc. signed a definitive agreement to acquire International Specialty Brokers Limited [ISBL], a Bermuda-based P&C wholesale insurance/reinsurance broker. “We are excited to partner with Alan Waring, Alan Mooney and the entire ISBL team,” said Scott M. Purviance, Chief Executive Officer of AmWINS. “With their comprehensive access to the Bermuda market, ISBL will enable […]
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| Imports decreased by 27.5% over the first two quarters of the year, total visitor arrivals were down by 91% versus a year ago, and employment income for the first 9 months of 2020 fell by $194.2 million. This was from Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson, who said that the “economic data clearly illustrates the severe economic shock […]
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| Enstar Group has completed the sale and recapitalization of StarStone U.S. Holdings, Inc. through the sale of StarStone U.S to Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc. in exchange for a combination of cash and approximately 25% of the shares in Core Specialty. “Completion of the transaction followed receipt of regulatory approvals and satisfaction of various other closing […]
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| As part of a five-year agreement, the PwC brand will feature prominently across the interior and exterior of the six new covered passenger boarding bridges at the new terminal at Bermuda’s LF Wade International Airport. “The outside of the jet bridges features PwC’s logo. The inside of the six jet bridges displays PwC’s new ‘Hello, […]
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| Following the recently concluded BASA Winter Age Group Championships, a look at the individual rankings is below. Sharks Swim Club swimmers Brian Desmond and Taylor White are the 15 & over male and female champions. Desmond accumulated 3,763 points, while White finished with 4,077 points. With 3,207 points Brandon Adkins from the Harbour Amateur Swim […]
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| The latest round of Bermuda International Pool League action saw nine matches played. The BAA Bandits defeated the RAA Ballbreakers 219 – 159, Bailey’s Bay defeated Rangers Whites 210 – 161, while the Bermuda Breeze defeated the Bus Boyz 200-184. The Mariners Vikings defeated the Prison Officers Recreation Club United 203 – 182, while RAA […]
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| Bernews posted more than 250 videos across our various social networks during November, and the most viewed included the Bermuda Classic Vehicle Tour, the test trial of airport docking at Bermuda’s new airport terminal, the MarketPlace Christmas parade, and more. As far as Facebook videos, the most viewed for the month was the live video […]
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| November 30 saw 10,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $ 40,815.00 BD. 10,500 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 12.5% at $3.43 per share. The BSX finished at 2,134.14, down 0.50% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report […]
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Good Evening Bermuda,
Before I begin my press statement, I would like to reiterate that the safety and health of all students and staff is a priority for the Ministry and Department of Education.
As we continue navigate the effects of COVID 19, we do so in concert with the Ministry of Health. Our commitment to our school family is to keep safety and health as a priority; to be transparent; and to keep our school staff, families and the public abreast of any new developments or plans.
Good Afternoon,
Today I would like to provide a brief update in terms of the processes in place at the Ministry of Health for when there is a potential COVID-19 exposure in a school setting.
First of all though, I would like to thank my team at the Ministry of Health who has been working diligently all weekend, following a well laid out plan to combat any possible outbreak.
| Stating that it is “out of an abundance of caution following a possible exposure to Covid-19,” HSBC confirmed that their Somerset branch will close on Tuesday [Dec 1] and said that “it is expected that the branch will remain closed for the rest of this week.” A spokesperson said, “The HSBC Somerset branch will close […]
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Good afternoon.
Thank you for joining the Minister of Labour and me today.
As the coronavirus continues to profoundly impact our lives, the Government of Bermuda remains focused on the necessary work to ensure that Bermuda remains safe. Additionally, we continue the work required to provide a safety net to those persons and businesses who are experiencing financial difficulties as a result of the pandemic.
In my remarks today, I will cover three areas. They are as follows:
Good day to members of the media and the listening public. Thank you for your attendance and for watching this Press Conference.
Introduction
In today’s press conference I will provide an update on four (4) areas:
1. Employment Act and Labour Law changes
On Friday I tabled two critical pieces of legislation:
Good Day Members of the Media,
Over the weekend there were 1903 test results received by the Ministry of Health from 28-29 November 2020, and nine were positive for COVID-19.
Two of the new cases are classified as imported with details as follows:
Five of the new cases are classified as local transmission with known contact with details as follows:
The Joint Ministerial Council, held virtually 23-26 November, has been a chance to celebrate the special partnership between the UK and the Overseas Territories (OTs).
Premier, the Hon E. David Burt, JP, MP, joined UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and elected leaders at the Joint Ministerial Council (JMC), and representatives from OTs and the UK. They held wide ranging discussions on a number of topics, including economic issues, COVID-19 response and recovery, protecting vulnerable groups and protecting the environment in both the run up to and beyond COP26.
| Aiming to provide the community with a look at Bermuda’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Always popular, November’s photos attracted tens of thousands of reactions across our various social media networks, and judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, […]
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| “If no arrangements are made with respect to the payments, the employees’ lawyers are free to apply to the Supreme Court of Bermuda on the basis that the company is unable to make its payments when they are due,” Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson said today. The Minister was speaking about the millions of dollars […]
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| Clearwater Middle School opened this morning [Nov 30] and there were 23 students and 15 staff present, Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said, with the Minister adding that the school will be deep cleaned on Tuesday and Wednesday, so “staff and students will not be able to enter the building on these two days.” Speaking […]
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| The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Destiny Winters, who was last seen on Saturday evening in Sandys. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS], is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Destiny Winters. “Destiny is a black female, approximately 5’ 6” in height, of medium build, with short […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 30] include trademark applications. Trade Mark Applications Advertised Before Registration No. 22 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Trademark Applications Notice ID: GN1089/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication Date: 30 November 2020 Trademarks Application Advertisements For November 30 2020 here [PDF] The official […]
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| Tuesday, December 1 is expected to see sunny periods, with a chance of a shower or two, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 71%. Sunrise will be […]
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| Minister of Education Diallo Rabain and Minister of Health Kim Wilson are holding a joint press conference this afternoon [Nov 30] about Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 25 minute replay is below: As the island […]
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| The Bermuda’s Community Foundation [BCF] is encouraging residents to join the GivingTuesday movement, and “consider continuing to raise the bar on your giving.” A spokesperson said, “2020 has been a year of unprecedented giving as the community has rallied to help the most vulnerable since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic. In just 7 months, […]
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| The police have advised that they are conducting a live training exercise in the Prospect, Devonshire area today [Nov 30] which will continue through this evening. A police spokesperson said, “Please be advised the Bermuda Police Service commenced a live training exercise in the Prospect, Devonshire area earlier today. That exercise will continue into this […]
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| There were 1,903 test results received and nine were positive for Covid-19, so Bermuda now has a total of 37 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “Over the weekend there were 1903 test results received by the Ministry of Health from 28-29 November 2020, and nine were positive for COVID-19. “Two of the new cases […]
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| As of 31 December 2019, there were 39 inmates serving life sentences, the physical plants of all three correctional facilities have “clearly deteriorated over the last three decades,” and from November 2017 to December 2019 “there have been 47 foreign nationals incarcerated in Her Majesty’s Prisons.” These are just a few of the details included […]
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| The four-day Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association’s Winter Age Group Championships was full of personal best performances and the final day didn’t disappoint. Harbour Amateur Swim Club claimed the top three podium spots during the boys 15 & over 100 SC meter breaststroke as Keagan Woolley clocked a winning time of 1:08.06, Caleb Ingham finished second […]
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| Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert attended the BUEI Christmas Craft Market on Saturday [Nov 28] to show support for one of the featured vendors, the K. Margaret Carter Centre [KMCC]. The Bermuda Government posted the photos below on social media, saying: “The Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert attended the […]
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