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| Polaris Holding Company has advised they will have a ”half-day closure of the group of companies” today. A spokesperson said, “Polaris Holding Company Ltd has issued a public advisory of a half-day closure of the group of companies. The Hamilton Docks, East End Asphalt Company and administrative offices for both entities will all close at 11 […]
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| [Opinion column written by Junior Minister of Transport Senator Curtis Richardson] In 2022, Bermuda will begin to transition our bus fleet from the current fleet of diesel engines to a new fleet of reliable, environmentally efficient and cost effective electric buses. We have engaged the Bermuda Industrial Union throughout this transition and we are pleased […]
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| Today the OBA tabled the ‘Equality Act 2021′ in Parliament, which they said will “help to promote equality for all Bermudians, particularly in the workplace and on Government Boards and Committees” and also “see the creation of a new Equality Council at the Human Rights Commission.” The Opposition does not often table Bills, and this marks […]
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| The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] advised of a change in bus route 8 this weekend, December 10, 11 and 12, “due to road widening on Middle Road, Warwick east of Burnt House Hill.” A Government spokesperson said, “All route 8 buses travelling west will detour left onto Cobb’s Hill Road, turn right onto South […]
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| A presentation highlighting the significance of Human Rights Day is being held this afternoon [Dec 10], which is a collaboration of the Human Rights Commission and various community organizations. According to the UN website, “Human Rights Day is observed every year on 10 December — the day the United Nations General Assembly adopted, in 1948, […]
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| Heather Whalen, Alberta Dyer-Tucker, Adrian Lodge, Taneesha Ottley, Dr. Theodore Francis, Randy Scott, Dr. Quito Swan, and Rhonda Woods-Smith will be appointed to the History and Legacy Committee Working Group, Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Dec 10] the Minister provided an update on the “work that will […]
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| The 30 electric buses were purchased from Golden Dragon Bus Company in China and each bus cost $114,200, Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott said, adding that they are scheduled to go into service in April 2022. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Dec 10] the Minister said, “The Company recently completed the pre-delivery inspections and […]
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| The full Report of the Commission of Inquiry [COI] into Historic Land Losses has been released — the 500+ page document can be read online here — and Premier David Burt provided an overview of the matter in the the House of Assembly today [Dec 10]. The Premier said the COI “received a total of […]
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| Today [Dec 10], Minister of Social Development and Seniors, and the Minister responsible for the Human Rights Commission, Tinee Furbert recognized Human Rights Day 2021, which is observed annually December 10th. The Minister stated, “In 1948, some seventy-three years ago on this day, the United Nations General Assembly, for the first time, adopted the Universal […]
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| Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited advised Caribbean Investment Holdings Limited [CIHL] with regard to the Bermuda aspects of its delisting from the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange [LSE] and its simultaneous change in Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] listing status from secondary to primary. The upgrade in BSX listing status of the Ordinary Shares of […]
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| Monument Re is donating $35,000 to five local schools to with the cost of Covid-19 lateral flow testing kits. A spokesperson said, “Monument Re announced today that the Company is donating $35,000 to five local schools to assist parents with the cost of Covid-19 lateral flow testing kits. The donation represents contributions from the Company […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] provided information for additional schedule updates for Premier Division matches to be held later this month. A spokesperson said, “Please see further schedule updates below: “The kick-off time for the Premier Division match scheduled for Monday, December 27th between S Eagles / SCC is 3:00pm. “The kick-off time for the […]
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| This weekend presents the last chance to participate in Bermuda Red Cross’ Split the Pot fundraiser and to sign up for their annual Jingle Run 5K Run/Walk. A spokesperson said, “Everyone is trying to find ways to make ends meet. Non-profits are no different. Donations are down, grants are harder to get, fundraising events are being […]
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| A total of 103 competitors have signed up for the Bermuda National Athletics Association’s Mile Reloaded set to take place at the Flora Duffy Stadium this evening [Dec 10] as the BNAA looks to crown the fastest miler in each age group. The full 2021 Bermuda National Athletics Association’s Mile Reloaded entry list follows below [PDF […]
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| Bermuda Bicycle Association President Peter Dunne has been elected the President of the Bermuda Olympic Association following their Annual General Meeting. Dunne who was the second Vice President faced off against the first Vice President Brenda Dale in a run off for the leadership position vacated by Judy Simons who was not seeking re-election. Related […]
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| The Bermuda Basketball Association’s Island Basketball League continued inside the CedarBridge Academy Gymnasium, with the Black Mambas defeating the Franchise 57 – 44. Kevin Stephens led the Black Mambas with 14 points, while Jahmair Trott, and Jonathan Purcell both had 9 rebounds each. Gikai Clarke led the Franchise with 14 points, he and Sheldon Bahadosingh […]
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Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 3529 test results, and four were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.1%.
These results are from testing done on:
• Sunday: 0 positive out of 1020 results (0.0% positivity)
• Monday: 2 positive out of 1303 results (0.2% positivity)
• Tuesday: 2 positive out of 1206 results (0.2% positivity)
All four new cases are classified as imported with a history of travel in the previous 14 days.
Recently, the Minister of Labour, the Hon Jason Hayward, JP, MP, and his team attended the Bermuda Tourism Authority (BTA) joint hotelier stakeholder meeting hosted at The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club.
The group held roundtable discussions about employment opportunities in the hotels and attracting Bermudians to the industry. They also reviewed the findings from the Hospitality Needs assessment conducted by PwC and will continue holding regular meetings to keep the effort on track.
The Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP, MP was pleased to announce yesterday to school Principals and Administrators that schools have now been shifted into Phase 3 of the COVID-19 Phases for School Protocols, effective Wednesday, December 8th, 2021.
The Minister said, “We are pleased to see that the work undertaken to get our students back to a normal learning environment is progressing. School staff, principals, parents and students must be commended for their efforts in creating a safe learning community.”
| Kamau Leverock, Delray Rawlins, and their Florida Scorpions teammates lost by 5 wickets to the Titans Cricket Club in US Open Cricket Division A action. The Titans Cricket Club won the toss elected to field, they restricted Florida to 153/6 in their allotted 20 overs, John Simpson was the team’s top scorer with 42, he […]
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| Tomorrow’s Voices is now including adults diagnosed with autism and other developmental disabilities as part of their service provision. A spokesperson said, “Earlier this year, Tomorrow’s Voices reached a pivotal point in its history as it moved to include adults diagnosed with autism and other developmental disabilities as part of their service provision. “The charity, […]
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| Friday, December 10 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, turning hazy at times, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 63%. Sunrise will be at 7.09am and […]
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| Minister of Labour Jason Hayward and his team recently attended the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] joint hotelier stakeholder meeting hosted at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. A Government spokesperson said, “The group held roundtable discussions about employment opportunities in the hotels and attracting Bermudians to the industry. They also reviewed the findings from the […]
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| The inflation figures presented by the Cabinet Office “just don’t add up,” Opposition Leader Cole Simons has asserted, saying that reports indicate inflation in the US was 6.2% and 4.2% in the UK and since “Bermuda is totally dependent on imported goods”, he has questioned how Bermuda’s 1.6% was calculated. Mr. Simons said, “The Ministry of […]
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| The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] announced that the foundational insurance course offered earlier this year in partnership with Bermuda College and New York’s St. John’s University, will be offered for a second year in the Spring of 2022. John Huff, President and Chief Executive Officer of ABIR, said: “ABIR member companies are committed […]
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| The Managing Directors and staff of KPMG in Bermuda congratulated Ryan Parris and Alyssa Cardoso on the successful completion of their CPA Canada accounting exams. Mr Parris joined KPMG in Bermuda’s Audit department in January 2019, where he focused on Insurance, after graduating with a degree in Business/Finance from Acadia University in Nova Scotia, Canada.” […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [December 9] with the list indicating that there are ten bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.15pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 10 runs cancelled this morning, 28 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| Schools moved into Phase 3 of the Covid-19 Phases for School Protocols effective yesterday [Dec 8] the Government has confirmed. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP, MP was pleased to announce yesterday to school Principals and Administrators that schools have now been shifted into Phase 3 of the […]
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| The new signs on Flora Duffy Hill were installed yesterday [Dec 8], with the road renamed in recognition of the triathlete’s historic achievement in winning Bermuda’s first ever Olympic gold medal. The Government said, “The Flora Duffy Hill sign has been officially installed, the Ministry of Public Works confirmed today. “The public will be aware that […]
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