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| The Inter Agency Committee for Children, Families and the Community [IAC] has launched its 2022 training plan. A spokesperson said, “The Inter Agency Committee for Children, Families and the Community – a nonprofit that unifies and strengthens social sector agencies to serve children, families and the community in Bermuda – has launched its 2022 training […]
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| The Bermuda Four-Ball Championships will be played at Port Royal Golf Course on Saturday [Feb 5] and Sunday [Feb 6]. A spokesperson said, “This is the 2021 event which was rescheduled and consists of two-player teams with the best ball to count. “The reigning men’s champions, Fraser Hunt and Teddy Terceira, will not be able […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has announced the traveling team to represent Bermuda in the first two Concacaf W Qualifier matches. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has announced the traveling team to represent Bermuda in the first two Concacaf W Qualifier matches. The Senior Women’s National Team [SWNT] was drawn into Group […]
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Good day to all members of the media and the listening public.
Today I would like to address a number of concerns reported to the Ministry of Labour from employees and members of the public about mandatory vaccinations within the workplace and the perceived treatment of Bermudian employees as it pertains to layoffs.
Employees, and their representatives, from various industries, have voiced concern that many employers are laying off Bermudian employees at a rate disproportionate to that of Work Permit holders.
The Government of Bermuda, as part of the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme (BOPP), is releasing a public report titled, “The State of Bermuda’s Marine Waters: A Snapshot of Bermuda’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) from the Coastline to 200nm.” This comprehensive report, developed in cooperation with the island’s leading scientists, industry experts, and resource managers, will help identify priorities for Bermuda’s future development
| World Cancer Day will be recognized tomorrow [Feb 4], with the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre [BCHC] aiming to raise $10,000 in honour of the occasion. A spokesperson said, “Tomorrow, February 4th, is World Cancer Day and it is an important global moment of reflection and action. “Cancer is the second leading cause of death […]
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| The police have confirmed they “commenced a murder investigation into the death of a 49-year-old male who passed away after being involved in an altercation” in the Shelly Bay area, with a “46-year-old man arrested in connection with this incident.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has commenced a murder investigation into the […]
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| Minister of Labour Jason Hayward will be holding a press conference at 10.00 this morning [Feb 3] and Government said it is regarding the topic of “workplace vaccinations and layoffs.” We will stream it live, so the video below should start at around 10.00am, and we will post the full statement later on today. Related […]
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| Apex Group Ltd., a global financial services provider, has appointed Keith Mahon as Managing Director, Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Established in 2003, Bermuda was the location of Apex’s first office. Since then, the Group has grown to over 50 offices as one of the world’s leading financial services providers, offering a single-source solution to the […]
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| Emmerson Carrington served as the Reserve Umpire for the Under 19 World Cup 2nd Semi-Final match between India and Australia, which saw India advance to the final following their 96 runs victory India won the toss and elected to bat first, they scored 290/5, captain Yash Dhull led the way with the bat scoring 110, […]
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| Minister of Youth, Culture & Sport Dr. Ernest Peets and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban will be joining Bernews at 12.30pm on Thursday [Feb 3] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with this BNV to be held in two-parts, Minister Peets will be on at 12.30pm, with Minister Roban […]
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| Following a message being circulated expressing concern, Saltus school said they “are taking the concerns from our community very seriously”, adding that teachers examined the coursework “to rework, clarify, and improve” it. Messages circulating alleged that the school may have asked some students about the “better parts of slavery,” and while Saltus did not respond to […]
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| “Buy your honey something sweet this Valentine’s Day,” is the rather apt sales description from a local company offering honey and beeswax candle bundles, with Wild Island Apiaries saying they are “happy to offer an option for people to shop local and sustainable.” In describing the package shown above, which sells for $43.50 each, the Wild […]
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| The Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation has released its newsletter covering all the activities in the sports community. The newsletter contains news from the Bermuda Sanshou Association, the Bermuda Triathlon Association, the Bermuda Equestrian Federation, and more. The full Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation Newsletter follows below [PDF here] Related Stories New Sport […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Argus Group Holdings Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of January 2022 the company has repurchased 127,233 shares at an average repurchase price of $6.00 per share. These shares have been retained as treasury shares. Related Stories Argus Advises BSX Of […]
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| Catalina Holdings [Bermuda] Ltd has appointed industry veteran Ian Parker as new Group Chief Executive. A spokesperson said, “Ian succeeds Bruce Hemphill, who stepped in as interim CEO from the role of non-executive chairman in February 2021. Over the last 12 months, Bruce led a strategic review of the business and oversaw the implementation of the […]
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Robin Hood and Somerset Trojans maintained their positions in the Premier Division standings after sharing the points, in their make-up match last night at Goose Gosli…
Devonshire Cougars romped to an emphatic victory over struggling Somerset Eagles to advance to the Friendship Trophy quarter-finals at Devonshire Recreation…
As a small island nation, having the resources to manage and enforce our protections has always been a challenge. However, the public will recall the announcement last November that Bermuda became the first Overseas Territory to join Blue Shield, soon bringing this to an end.
During their visit this week, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting the UK Blue Shield Team consisting of Mrs Kylie Bamford from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and Mrs Joanna Stockill and Mr Andrew Deary, both from the Marine Management Organisation.
| QBE Re has appointed Melanie Lopes as Assistant Vice President, Lead Treaty Underwriter to its expanding Bermuda office. A spokesperson said, “Mel joins from SiriusPoint where she was most recently Assistant Vice President, Property Underwriter. She was previously Assistant Vice President, Specialty Underwriting prior to the merger between Third Point Re/Sirius Group. “In her new […]
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| AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A-[Excellent] and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] to Sutton Life Re Ltd, and the outlook assigned to these Credit Ratings is stable. A statement from the ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect Sutton Life Re’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as very […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 2] include appointment of marriage officer, acting appointments, appointments, cancellation of registration and notice of intended marriage. Marriage Officer: John Lee Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointment of Marriage Officer Notice ID: GN0169/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 02 February 2022 Appointment Of […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Nahki Wells admits he was disappointed a loan move to Sky Bet Championship rivals Cardiff City fell through but is fully committed to helping Bristol City finish the season strongly. Wells was subject to two late loan bids from the struggling Bluebirds, who are seventeenth in the league table, just four […]
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| Thursday, February 3 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ENE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. Sunrise will be at 7.12am and sunset […]
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| The island is now taking part in the Blue Shield programme, which “provides comprehensive tools to the Overseas Territories to defend their seas against illegal activities and offers a suite of support,” Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said today. Minister Roban said, “As a small island nation, having the resources to manage and enforce […]
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| Minister of Youth, Culture & Sport Dr. Ernest Peets and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban will be joining Bernews at 12.30pm on Thursday [Feb 3] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with this BNV to be held in two-parts, Minister Peets will be on at 12.30pm, with Minister Roban […]
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| The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] has cancelled the insurance registration of Signify Insurance Ltd. for “breaches of the Insurance Act 1978.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA] has cancelled the insurance registration of Signify Insurance Ltd. [Company], a Class 1 insurer, for breaches of the Insurance Act 1978 [Insurance Act]. “Exercising […]
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| The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] has announced that three local coaches — Shane Hollis, Courtney Trott and Calvin Waldron – have received their Cricket Accreditation and Elite High-Performance qualifications through online courses. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Cricket Board is pleased to announce that three local coaches have received their Cricket Accreditation and Elite High-Performance qualifications […]
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| Premier David Burt recently met with Melvin Dickinson, the CEO of local start-up Berpay, where they discussed his new digital platform. Premier Burt tweeted the photo below, saying: “Met with CEO Melvin Dickinson of local start-up Berpay who presented his company’s digital platform designed to reduce online transaction fees for customers and merchants. It is […]
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