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| Two persons have been arrested and a quantity of Apetamin was seized after “police executed search warrants at two business places in the City of Hamilton,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Police today conducted a joint operation dubbed ‘Operation CRUX’. The exercise included members of the police Drugs Unit, Police Support Unit, […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 19] include permanent resident’s certificate, large group exemption, patent applications and acting appointments. Permanent Resident’s Certificate – PRC 31B Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Permanent Resident’s Certificate – PRC 31B Notice ID: GN1228/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Immigration Publication date: 19 November 2021 Notice is hereby given […]
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Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 2,974 test results, and 1 was positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.1%.
These results are from testing done on:
• Tuesday: 1 positive out of 1,378 results (0.1% positivity)
• Wednesday: 0 positive out of 1,596 results (0.0% positivity)
The one (1) new case is classified as imported with history of travel in the previous 14 days.
Additionally, since the last update, there have been 9 recoveries and 0 deaths.
There are 30 active cases, of which:
Sir David Amess was hailed as ‘one of Bermuda’s biggest cheerleaders’ by its Premier, as he laid a wreath to the MP in the House of Commons.
The Southend West MP, who was killed last month, chaired the Britain-Bermuda All-Party Parliamentary Group All Party since its inception in 2015.
Bermuda’s Premier, the Hon E. David Burt, JP, MP, paid tribute to Sir David ‘for ensuring Bermuda had a voice in the UK Parliament’.
‘Sir David was a great friend to Bermuda – dedicated and hard-working – someone who did his best to raise our cause in the wider world,’ he said.
Yesterday (Nov. 18), the Minister of National Security, Renee Ming attended a simulated emergency air crash exercise which took place near Clear Water Beach.
Various Ministry departments, including the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service (BF&RS), Royal Bermuda Regiment (RBR), the Coast Guard and the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) partnered with Skyport representatives and other relevant agencies to test their emergency response in the event of an aircraft incident.
The Disaster Risk Reduction and Mitigation (DRRM) Team were on hand to oversee the exercise.
Yesterday (Nov. 18), the Minister of National Security, Renee Ming attended a simulated emergency air crash exercise which took place near Clear Water Beach.
Various Ministry departments, including the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service (BF&RS), Royal Bermuda Regiment (RBR), the Coast Guard and the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) partnered with Skyport representatives and other relevant agencies to test their emergency response in the event of an aircraft incident.
The Disaster Risk Reduction and Mitigation (DRRM) Team were on hand to oversee the exercise.
| The Ministry received 2,974 test results – spanning two days — and only 1 was positive, so active cases have now declined to 30, of which two people are in hospital, with 1 in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 2,974 test results, and 1 was positive for the coronavirus, […]
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| The City provided a helping hand to two nursery schools located within the City — Flying Start Nursery School on Cedar Avenue and Kiddie Academy on Laffan Street — with staff carrying out remedial work on their playground equipment. A spokesperson said, “As we enter the Season of Giving, the City of Hamilton is thankful […]
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| Starting on Monday [Nov 22], changes in the “normal daily rush hour traffic flow will be implemented on Harbour Road to improve traffic flow around the wall repairs near Lover’s Lane,” the Ministry has advised. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform the public that changes in the normal daily […]
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| [Opinion column written by the OBA’s Victoria Cunningham] The recent Throne Speech laid out a number of Government initiatives and ideas to move Bermuda beyond the pandemic. While it needs to be said that we should be working together to protect our economy and get Bermudians back to work, the report gave little detail to […]
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Requirement to apply Enhanced Due Diligence for higher risk jurisdictions
Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform, Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, MP today issued AML-ATF Advisory 3/2021 about the risks in a number of jurisdictions arising from inadequate systems and controls to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.
| The MarketPlace announced that the 2021 MarketPlace Christmas Parade will be held on Sunday, December 5th starting at 5.00pm, and will “proceed in same motorcade format as 2020, to adhere to government health guidance.” A look at last year’s Christmas Parade Motorcade in the Heron Bay area Seth Stutzman, President of The MarketPlace group of […]
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| The 3rd Annual Mother & Daughter Empowerment Tea will be held this Sunday at CedarBridge Academy from 1.00pm to 5.30pm. A spokesperson said, “This Empowerment Tea was established by Antonia Holder, founder of an enterprise called Mothers & Daughters Empowered [MADE]. The Tea is her signature experience for mothers and daughters, ages 10 to 14, […]
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| After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 3% in July – the overall volume of retail sales decreased 6.7% when compared to July 2020, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry for the Cabinet Office issued the July 2021 Retail Sales Index […]
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| Premier David Burt paid tribute to Sir David Amess – who was murdered last month in the UK – laying a wreath in the New Palace Yard in England on behalf of the people of Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “Sir David Amess was hailed as ‘one of Bermuda’s biggest cheerleaders’ by its Premier, as he laid a […]
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| Minister of National Security Renee Ming attended the airport emergency exercise yesterday which was held to ensure “there is a robust and coordinated response in the event of a serious air craft incident.” A Government spokesperson said, “Yesterday [Nov. 18], the Minister of National Security, Renee Ming attended a simulated emergency air crash exercise which took […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Polaris Holding Company reported its financial results for the six months ended September 30, 2021. The full filing stated: “On November 15, 2021, Polaris Holding Company Ltd., parent company to Stevedoring Services Limited] and East End Asphalt Company Limited, reported its financial results for the six months […]
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| From when the island’s vaccination campaign began in January until the week ending November 13th, approximately 86% of the deaths and 88% of the hospitalisations were among people who were “not fully vaccinated,” the latest Government statistics stated. In releasing the latest test results, a Government spokesperson said, “From January 11, 2021, when Bermuda’s vaccine […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association has ruled that Southampton Rangers fielded an ineligible player. A spokesperson said, “Please be advised it has been ruled that Southampton Rangers used an ineligible player during the Premier Division match on Sunday, October 31st. “In this regard, Southampton Rangers has been adjudge to have breached the BFA Disciplinary Code Article […]
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| Bermudian swimmer Madelyn Moore — who competes for the University of Northern Colorado — broke the school record in the 50m freestyle. The University’s report said, “It’s only the first day of the Mid-Season invitational but Northern Colorado is out to prove the Bears are a force to reckoned with this season. Following 20 lifetime […]
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| The annual Boarding Schools Fair Bermuda will be held on Monday, November 22 and Tuesday, November 23 at the Hamilton Princess. A spokesperson said, “Boarding schools from the UK and Canada return to Bermuda this/next week for the annual Boarding Schools Fair Bermuda, which takes place in the Trudeau Ballroom at the Hamilton Princess on […]
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| Bermudian journalist Jessica Byrne had an opportunity to speak with the Duke of Cambridge recently. The Bermuda London Office tweeted the photos below, saying, “Jessica Byrne, a young Bermudian journalist for @ThredMag had an opportunity to speak with HRH The Duke of Cambridge @kensingtonroyal about climate change and its impacts on British Overseas Territories during […]
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| All five Bermudian Footballers and their teammates began competing in the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council [NEPSAC] Championships picking up wins. Danni Watson and her Berkshire School Women’s Soccer teammates advanced with a 5 – 2 win over Middlesex School in Girls Class B action. In Boys Class B action Adrian Trott, Armand Foy, […]
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| Giada Dudley-Pun, Sam Williamson, and Finn Moseley all concluded competing in the South West Short Course Winter Championships in the UK. On the final day, Williamson took to the pool in the men’s 9 & over 100 SC meter individual medley A – final finishing 5th with a time of 58.09, Williamson also finished 5th […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [November 19] with the list indicating that there are eighteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Regular Bus Schedule To Resume On Tuesday Buses To Operate On Sunday Schedule Minister: Minibuses To Provide Transportation Bus Service: ‘Tentative Agreement Was Reached’ Govt: Disruption […]
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| [Joint statement from the PLP Women’s Caucus and Senator Lindsay Simmons] We, the Women’s Caucus of the Progressive Labour Party [WC PLP] – Stand United against Domestic Violence The WC PLP spokesperson shared, “A lot of people don’t want to talk about it. Domestic violence takes such a horrible toll on women. Physical abuse. Emotional […]
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| The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] has expanded their online gift shop and will be selling sheep ornaments, jigsaw puzzles of the Hall of History, and reproductions of historic prints and maps, with all sales set to benefit the Museum. A spokesperson said, “Map enthusiasts will love the colour print of the first ever hydropgraphic survey […]
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| November 18 saw 19 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $104.50 BD. 19 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing even at $6.05 per share. The BSX finished at 2,666.40, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]
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The Ministry and Department of Education are aware of a complaint that has been made on social media by a parent of a Whitney Institute Middle School student.
The Whitney Institute is an Aided School that is governed by its Board of Governors. Therefore, the School Board is addressing this matter, and any additional updates will be released as needed.
The Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP, MP, shared, “At this time, I can confirm that the student is currently in school as there was not an expulsion issued or a formal withdrawal request submitted.”
During the recent coronavirus outbreak, the Public Health (COVID-19 Emergency Powers) (Phased Re-opening) Regulations 2021 were amended to, among other things, require the use of SafeKey for indoor activities such as dining and all approved large group exemptions – whether indoors or outdoors.
The Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter Roban, JP, MP, is pleased to share with the people of Bermuda the below document entitled, “The Bermuda Difference in Climate Change and the UN Conference Of Parties, Glasgow”, originally shared at the recent COP 26 event.
The Ministry of Public Works wishes to advise motorists that as a refinement of the traffic controls for Harbour Road and to assist with morning flow, StoweHill, Paget, will be closed with access permitted for residents only.
In an effort to reduce traffic congestion on Middle Road, motorists are encouraged to consider travelling on Harbour Road during the morning and afternoon rush hours.
The Ministry of Public Works takes this opportunity to thank the motoring public for their cooperation and apologizes for any delays or inconvenience that may result.
Good day to members of the media and the listening public. Thank you for your attendance and for watching this Press Conference.
Following the November 5th Speech from the Throne, I would like to update last year’s initiatives and highlight how the Ministry of Home Affairs plans to introduce a Marine Development Act and a Bill to facilitate the development and testing of renewable energy technologies in Bermuda.
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 18] include PATI contracts valued $50,000 or more, large group exemptions, permanent resident’s certificate, cancellation of registration, trademark applications and notice of intended marriage. Public Access To Information [Contracts Valued $50,000 Or More] Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: PATI Contracts valued $50,000 or more Notice ID: […]
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| The Regulations have been amended to “allow restaurants to accept either SafeKey or a Bermuda issued vaccination certificate for those wishing to dine indoors,” and the amendment change “also removes the requirement for SafeKey at all large group gatherings,” the Government advised. A Government spokesperson said, “During the recent coronavirus outbreak, the Public Health [Covid-19 […]
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