Message from Premier on Cyber Incident

Premier and Finance Minister David Burt expressed his gratitude today: “I extend my thanks to the dedicated Government Public Officers who have been tirelessly crafting solutions to address the challenges posed by our recent cyber-attack. I also want to express my appreciation to the local banks for their unwavering commitment in collaborating with the Ministry of Finance to ensure timely payment for our public officers.”

Arrangements have been made to ensure that our financial assistance clients and public officers who are paid monthly will be paid at the end of the month.

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Statement from Senator Owen Darrell regarding Bermuda’s Anti-Doping Agency Compliance Status

The Bermuda Government is committed to providing a World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) compliant and clean competition platform for our athletes. The recent decision by WADA to label Bermuda as non-compliant is disappointing; however we are working closely with WADA technical officers in both the Latin American Regional Office and in WADA Headquarters.

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Govt Updates On Services After Cyber-Incident

The Government provided an update about services following the cyber incident on Wednesday evening. A Government spokesperson said, “In continuation of our previous communication regarding government services impacted by the recent cyber incident, here is today’s update. The Government email system and switchboard remain out of service. “Given the Department of Planning’s telephones are currently not […]
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Ben Smith On WADA, Minister, Accountability

“To say this is an embarrassment is an understatement,” said OBA candidate Ben Smith after news that the World Anti-Doping Agency [WADA] declared Bermuda to be non-compliant due to a “failure to appropriately implement the Code into their legal system,” which could result in Bermuda’s flag being prohibited from flying at major sports events. Mr  Smith […]
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Two Suspected Stolen Motorcycles Recovered

Two suspected stolen motorcycles were recovered in recent days, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:45pm Wednesday, 20th September 2023, police officers on mobile patrol along Long Bay Lane, Sandys parish encountered two men wearing helmets with dark coloured visors, each riding a separate motorcycle. “The officers’ attention was drawn to one […]
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ABIR MOU With Association of British Insurers

The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] and the Association of British Insurers [ABI] have agreed to work together on matters of mutual interest detailed in a Memorandum of Understanding [MoU]. A spokesperson said, “The agreement will build on the working partnership that exists between the Bermuda and UK markets, two leading global re/insurance hubs. […]
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Football: Nia Christopher Earns Two Honours

After becoming Towson University’s all-time leading goal scorer earlier this month, Bermuda’s Nia Christopher has been named both the CAA Offensive Player of the Week and to the College Soccer News Team of the Week. The University’s report said, “Towson women’s soccer senior forward Nia Christopher was named Coastal Athletic Association [CAA] Offensive Player of the […]
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Tickets For Butterfield Championship On Sale

Tickets to the 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championship are now available for purchase through the official tournament website. A spokesperson said, “The public is encouraged to act quickly with early-bird discounts available until 1 November. “Daily general admission tickets are now available online for $35 per day. After Wednesday, 1 November, general admission ticket prices will […]
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BUEI To Screen Oscar-Nominated Films

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] announced the return of the Manhattan Short Film Festival, screening this year’s Oscar-Nominated Short Films in our Tradewinds Auditorium. A spokesperson said, “BUEI will be offering three showtimes with screenings on: Thursday September 28th, 7:30pm-9:00pm; Tuesday October 3rd, 7:30pm-9:00pm; and Sunday October 8th, 5:00pm-6:30pm “The Manhattan Short Film Festival, […]
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Philharmonic Offer Music Bursary & Scholarship

The Bermuda Philharmonic is extending an invitation to all music students ages 18 and younger, both instrumentalists and vocalists, to apply for the 2023 Bermuda Philharmonic Music Bursary and Scholarship Program. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Philharmonic is registered charity #323, and in addition to hosting a full concert season, the charity gives Scholarships and […]
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National Certification And Apprenticeship Board

“Amendments to the National Training Board Act 1997 would provide for a newly named National Certification and Apprenticeship Board that would strategically focus on skilled trades, certifications and apprenticeships,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Sept 22] the Minister said, ”I will be laying before this […]
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Govt Updates: Services Following Cyber-Incident

The Government provided an updated list of affected services following the cyber-attack which occurred late on Wednesday evening. A Government spokesperson said, “In continuation of our previous communication regarding government services impacted by the recent cyber incident, we are pleased to offer an updated list of affected services. “All email and the Government main switchboard […]
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BermudAir Launches Service To Fort Lauderdale

BermudAir has now launched service to Florida, with the inaugural flight to Fort Lauderdale taking off on Friday afternoon. A spokesperson said, “BermudAir is very pleased to share that all the routes in its network are now live. BermudAir’s inaugural flight to Fort Lauderdale took off on Friday afternoon. Service between Bermuda and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International […]
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Madeiros Competes In Skidmore Invitational

Shelby Madeiros and her Siena women’s tennis teammate concluded competing at the Skidmore Invitational in Saratoga Springs. Siena played doubles against Union and choice matchups in both singles and doubles against Middlebury. Seniors Emma Boggiali and Madeiros defeated Kennedy Alexis and Paige Tomblee from Union 8-5, and were then defeated 8 – 6 by Charlotte […]
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