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| Recommendations in the Contributory Pension Fund Actuarial Report include increasing “contribution rates at higher than 4.0% a year more than benefit increases” and increasing the “retirement age to 70 years over a predefined period of at least 8 years.” This was from Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson as he tabled the Contributory Pension Fund Actuarial Report […]
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| Sunday, February 6 is expected to see rather cloudy with some occasional light rain or drizzle, with the high to be near 18°C/64°F and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| Bermuda’s Nahki Wells was brought on late in the game today, and scored for Bristol City as they played to a 3-1 loss against Blackpool. The club’s match report said, “A clinical display from Blackpool saw the Robins fall to a 3-1 defeat at Bloomfield Road. “Manager Nigel Pearson opted for an unchanged XI that started […]
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| Members of the ‘Black Students in Design’ [BSD] at University of Toronto — which was founded by Bermudian Clara James — launched a “new initiative to support young Black students interested in the architecture and design fields.” The University of Toronto website said, “On January 22, members of the Daniels group Black Students in Design [BSD] […]
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| [Opinion column written by MP Michael Dunkley] On February 4, the Minister of National Security delivered a statement to Parliament, giving an update on gang violence. Recently, and very sadly, our island home has been rocked by violence. On Wednesday, a good Samaritan succumbed to injuries sustained as he was breaking up a fight and […]
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| Kaden Hopkins was one of seven Essax Team members that got their 2022 season underway in Vuelta Al Guadalentin, Spain, with the Bermudian cyclist making a strong showing to finish second in a field of more than 100 riders. A total of 113 starters, completed the race with Hopkins finishing second overall in a time […]
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| The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] has issued an “order of prohibition” against Nicholas Mark Cooke, a citizen of the United Kingdom. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA], exercising its powers pursuant to the provisions of Section 32H of the Insurance Act 1978 [Insurance Act] has issued an order of prohibition against […]
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| The Government announced a major easing of Covid restrictions, including the SafeKey being eliminated from use in most circumstances, the size of group gatherings increased from 20 to 100, reduced testing when arriving on the island and more. “After 31 March 2022; the only restrictions that will be in place will be for masks to […]
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| There is supposed to be some form of a protest today [Feb 5] at the Cabinet Grounds in Hamilton, with a group putting out a message saying “If you are done with masking, show up today at the Cabinet Grounds between 2pm and 6pm.” As of around 2.30pm today, there were around 15 people there, […]
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| Adriana Penruddocke and Benn Smith began competing in the 2022 US Open OCR Sailing Series in Clearwater, Florida. Penruddocke – competing in the 80 competitors ILCA6 Class – came off the water after the first three races in 10th place with 9 net points. Penruddocke finished the first race in 6th place, which was followed […]
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| BUEI Talks return on February 26th with ‘Island SOS’, an eight-part series focusing on “innovative sustainable ocean development initiatives in island nations around the globe.” A spokesperson said, “BUEI Talks return on February 26th with ‘Island SOS’, an eight-part series focusing on innovative sustainable ocean development initiatives in island nations around the globe. Each BUEI […]
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| The first race of the Swan’s Running Club Legends Race series will be held on Sunday, February 13 starting at the Southampton Rangers Parking lot. A spokesperson said, “It’s time to get back out there and challenge yourself. The first race of the Swan’s Running Club Legends Race series will be held on Sunday. February […]
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| Emma Harvey and her Penn State women’s swimming and diving teammates concluded their regular season with a 202 – 91 win against Villanova, while Jack Harvey and his Penn State men’s swimming and diving teammates defeated Villanova with a score of 215 – 81 on Senior Recognition Night in the McCoy Natatorium. In the men’s […]
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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday Shipping Schedule: Week Starting February 5th. On Sunday the Endeavor research vessel is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship will arrive, on Wednesday the Somers Isles container ship is scheduled to arrive and on Thursday […]
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| After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation, measured at 3.4% in October, the overall volume of retail sales decreased 6.6% when compared to October 2020, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Cabinet Office released the October 2021 Retail Sales Index [RSI]. October’s retail sales fell 6.6% compared […]
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| The Board of Directors of RenaissanceRe Holdings voted to increase the Company’s quarterly dividend to $0.37 per common share, from $0.36 per common share. A spokesperson said, “The Company has increased its dividend during each of the twenty-seven years since its initial public offering. The dividend is payable on March 31, 2022, to shareholders of record […]
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| February 4 saw 10,439 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $78,462.50 BD. 439 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 6.3% at $37.50 per share, while another 10,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing even at $6.20 per share. The BSX finished at 2,535.89, down […]
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| A new Bill aims to “reform the current legal process for obtaining a divorce,” allowing for “no-fault” divorces, with the Attorney General noting that “reducing the legal and procedural complexities directly translates into a reduction in legal costs” and the “savings may then be used towards sustaining the family members and children in the post-divorce […]
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| The City of Hamilton has launched a video series entitled “Black History Month Business Spotlight” featuring black-owned Bermuda businesses with an enduring historical presence in the City, with this episode spotlighting Gaven Black and Black’s Auto Garage. The video’s description says, “In recognition of Black History Month, the City of Hamilton has created a series […]
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| Effective today, people will no longer require SafeKey for sporting events within the permitted number of 100 attendees, and Large Group Exemptions for outdoor events [including sport] will not require SafeKey, however indoor events with over 100 attendees will continue to require SafeKey. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Youth Culture and Sport is […]
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| The police estimate that there are 200 to 250 “persons actively involved with gangs in Bermuda, children are “actively recruited from as early as 8 years old,’ and the problem “is a Bermuda problem” and “we need all hands on deck.” This was from Minister of National Security Renee Ming said in the House of […]
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| The Cabinet has approved the “preparation of a special Act of the Legislature to ensure that the Government’s support” for the Fairmont Southampton project is “cemented in statute,” Premier Burt said, with the Premier also providing an update on the Bermudiana Beach Resort, saying that “construction will proceed in a full phased approach with the opening […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices today [Feb 4] include contracts valued $50,000 or more, PATI statement, appointments and Bermudian status. PATI Registrar Of Companies Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: PATI Contracts valued $50,000 or more Notice ID: GN0189/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Registrar of Companies Publication date: 04 February 2022 Bermuda Public Access To […]
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| The OBA was “pleased to listen to the statements in Parliament today regarding to changes to Covid restrictions,” OBA MP Michael Dunkley said, adding they are “pleased to learn that there will be a streamlining of border entry requirements” and the elimination of SafeKey “is a welcome relief for restaurants, gyms, charter boats, members clubs and […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Keziah Martin will be hoping to help Kidderminster Harriers pull off one of the greatest shocks of the FA Cup when the non-league side meet top-flight West Ham United in the fourth round of the competition tomorrow [Saturday]. The Bermudian midfielder was impressive in Kidderminster’s 2-1 win over Sky Bet Championship […]
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| The 2021 Butterfield Bermuda Championship has generated more than half a million dollars for 47 local nonprofits raising a total of $646,729. A spokesperson said, “The figure makes the official PGA TOUR event one of the island’s single most successful charitable fundraising efforts since the 35th America’s Cup in 2017. “The Birdies for Charity programme, […]
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| [Updating] The police are responding to some form of an incident in the Parson’s Road area this morning [Feb 4], with multiple police vehicles and officers on scene. The police have the road blocked off, crime scene tape is visible and an ambulance was also seen at the location. Unofficial information suggests that someone may […]
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Mr. Speaker, it has been said, “There is no tourism without transport”, and the future of Bermuda’s economic recovery depends on our air and sea visitation in 2022. Today I will share the estimated cruise and air passenger projections and highlight some of our intended Border Policies.
Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to lay before this Honourable House the Bill entitled “Matrimonial Causes (Faultless Divorce) Amendment Act 2022”. This Bill amends the Matrimonial Causes Act 1974, to reform the current legal process for obtaining a divorce, nullity of marriage or judicial separation; and for related matters.
Mr. Speaker, in accordance with section 35 of the Contributory Pensions Act 1970, I am pleased to table the Contributory Pension Fund (CPF or the Fund) Actuarial Report as at August 1st, 2020.