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| The Government’s latest Minimum Revenue Guarantee [MRG] payment to Skyport was just over $3.4 million, Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott said in the House of Assembly today [July 15], adding that “to date we have made seven MRG payments to Skyport totalling $47,392,811.82.” The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, on the 12th November […]
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| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda said they are excited to announce that “they will be bringing back the BBBS Celebrity Dunk Tank” in partnership with the City of Hamilton on Sunday [July 17] at the City’s “Summer Sunday” event at Victoria Park from 1.00pm to 6.00pm. “Our ‘dunkees’ are Dwayne Caines, DJ Rusty G, […]
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to inform this Honourable House of my attendance at the United Nations Oceans Conference in Lisbon, Portugal which was held the 27th June to the 1st July 2022.
Mr. Speaker, more than 6,000 participants from more than 150 countries attended the conference, according to organizers, including 24 heads of state and government.
Mr Speaker, Honourable Members,
In early June I announced changes to the Travel Authorization that improved the process for travelers, and we continue to see travelers having better experiences due to those changes. The improvements included:
Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to provide a further update on operational changes at two Quangos – namely the West End Development Corporation and the Bermuda Land Development Company.
Mr. Speaker as this Honourable House may be aware, the Ministry of Public Works issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) two weeks ago on Friday, July 1st, 2022 for a Financial Feasibility Study on the Government Quarry Depot located in Hamilton Parish.
Mr. Speaker, some background first:
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to highlight to the Honourable Members and the public about the unprecedented financial challenges that many of our nursing homes are currently experiencing and the recent financial relief provided to those nursing care homes that received a grant from the Ministry of Social Development and Seniors remit.
| Two teams will battle on Saturday at Lord’s in St. David’s in the first round of the Eastern County Cup Competition. Cup holder’s St. David’s Cricket Club have included two Colts in Drewonde Bascome and Isaiah O’Brien, while Flatt’s have recalled veteran Kevin Hurdle, and they have also selected St. David’s Cricket Club opener Ajuan […]
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| BELCO trench works on Middle Road, Southampton between the stretch of Riviera Road and Rebecca Road “will require a full road closure” on Saturday, August 6th and Sunday, August 7th, the Government has advised. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform the motoring public that BELCO will need to undertake […]
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| “Today I would like to celebrate and commend the recipients of the various scholarships and awards provided by the Ministry of Education,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said in the House of Assembly today [July 15] “Through our mandate to support continuing education, the Ministry funds scholarships and awards, helping over 65 individuals to attend college […]
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| “The Cabinet has approved the merging of the West End Development Corporation and the Bermuda Land Development Company into one new entity,” Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said, explaining that this “will effect cost savings by reducing duplication of roles.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [July 15] the Minister said, “I […]
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| Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said that he will table the ‘Bermuda College Amendment Act 2022′ in the House of Assembly today [July 15] which “proposes a simple change – to allow the Bermuda College to appoint its own Auditor.” The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker, This morning, I would like to give brief […]
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| The total number of Economic Investment Certificate [EIC] holders has “exceeded our expectations” and the “total amount invested stands at $349.6 million since the program was launched” in March 2021, Minister for Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [July 15] the Minister said, “I am elated to rise […]
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| The Government will not “make any decisions on the way forward for the Quarry Depot until the report has been completed and properly scrutinised,” Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [July 15] the Minister said, “The Ministry of Public Works issued a Request for Proposals [RFP] […]
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| The United Nations Oceans Conference recently held in Portugal was an ”excellent opportunity to showcase what Bermuda has done to develop our Blue Economy and Marine Spatial Plan,” Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [July 15] the Minister said, “I rise today to inform this Honourable House of my […]
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| The “TA application form has been simplified to exclude questions that are no longer relevant,” repeat travelers to Bermuda “can automatically complete their TA based on past applications” and the TA system and the island’s vaccination data are now linked so locally vaccinated residents “will no longer have to upload their vaccine documentation,” Minister of Health […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service is advising the public of a “heightened police presence in the eastern area” tomorrow [July 16]. A police spokesperson said, “All roads lead to St David’s Cricket Club tomorrow, Saturday 16th July, for the first game of the Eastern Counties Series. With this in mind, the Bermuda Police Service would like to […]
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| The Cabinet has approved a $15 million economic relief package which will include a payroll tax rebate for workers making less than $96,000 which will be provided via direct deposit into bank accounts, $150 for parents and guardians for each student enrolled in public school and more, Premier David Burt said. The Government “will purchase and distribute LED […]
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| Bermuda’s Under 19 team made a strong start in the Rugby America’s North 15’s Tournament in Jamaica, recording a draw against Mexico, and a 29 -0 win over the Cayman Islands. Bermuda 7 – Mexico 7 With under five minutes to go in the first half, with Mexico leading the referee took both teams off the […]
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| An intricate and extensive mural depicting Clyde Best’s football journey is being created next to Somerset Cricket Club. The painting on the wall along Clyde Best Lane — which was officially named after the legendary footballer back in 2014 — includes a portrait of the Bermudian icon in his West Ham United kit and various […]
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| Conyers has received acknowledgment for their Private Client & Trust practices, which are ranked Band 1 in Bermuda and Band 2 in the Cayman Islands by Chambers and Partners’ High Net Worth 2022. A spokesperson said, “Conyers has received top acknowledgment once again for our Private Client & Trust practices, which are ranked Band 1 […]
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| The Government has issued an RFP for rooftop solar for “approximately thirty Government owned buildings across Bermuda.” The notice said, “This Request for Proposals [RFP] is an invitation by the Government of Bermuda to prospective proponents to submit proposals for Government Solar Development Project, as further described in Section A of the Request for Proposal […]
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| An update on the Travel Authorization Process, the Government Quarry Feasibility Study, the Government Relief Package and an update on tourism are some of the statements scheduled to be delivered when the House of Assembly is in session on Friday [July 15]. Other statements — there are 13 in total — to be delivered include on […]
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| The Information Commissioner’s Office [ICO] announced that its redesigned website, ico.bm, will go live on Friday [July 15]. A spokesperson said, “The ICO’s website continues to include the Information Commissioner’s decisions, public authorities’ Information Statements, ICO guidances, policies and procedures, work dashboards and other ICO publications and information. Enhancements include better search functionalities within the […]
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| A 35-year-old man was “arrested in connection with a number of burglary incidents” and in a separate matter, a 26-year-old was “also arrested for a burglary incident,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “A 35-year-old male from Hamilton Parish has been arrested in connection with a number of burglary incidents. “Officers from the Criminal […]
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| Images of Bermudian model Aliana King has been featured in the SKKN by Kim Summer 2022 campaign, a skincare line from reality show and social media star Kim Kardashian. “I’m excited to finally introduce to you SKKN BY KIM, a rejuvenating nine-product skincare ritual that I have developed from start to finish,” Kim Kardashian said. […]
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| A trip in April 2022 by Premier David Burt to San Francisco for a conference cost $2,358.25, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from April 11, 2022 – April 13, 2022, and the web page listing said, “The Premier & Minister of Finance travelled to […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 14] include striking off and acting appointments. Maric Ltd Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Striking Off Notice ID: GN0705/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Registrar of Companies Publication date: 14 July 2022 Registrar Of Companies No. _____________ Whereas, Maric Ltd. was included on a list of companies […]
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