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| Minister for Economy and Labour Jason Hayward provided an overview of the Consumer Price Index [CPI], the methodology behind its calculation and Bermuda’s rate of inflation in the House of Assembly today [June 17]. The Minister said, “This House will be aware of recent comments in the media about inflation in other parts of the […]
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| Saturday, June 18 is expected to see fine & bright day; increasing cloud at night, possible shower, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 69%. Sunrise will be […]
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| The City of Hamilton is advising “that there is currently a ‘moveable closure’ in place along sections of Church Street to allow for road patching.” A spokesperson said, “Crews are working to fill all potholes along this stretch of road to ensure a safer and smoother driving experience for motorists. “A ‘moveable closure’ helps to […]
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Mr. Speaker, today I am tabling the Bill entitled the Domestic Partnership Act 2022, to amend the transitional period of the Domestic Partnership Act 2018 (‘the principal Act”) in light of the Privy Council judgment in Attorney General for Bermuda v Ferguson and others.
Mr. Speaker, section 53 of the principal Act, provides that a marriage is void unless the parties are respectively male and female.
Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to introduce to this Honourable House the Bill entitled “Criminal Code Amendment Act 2022”. This Bill seeks to amend temporary, or ‘sunset clause’ provisions in the Criminal Code Amendment Act 2012, which inserted the criminal offence of ‘instructing a person to participate in unlawful gang activity’ and instituted increased sentences for offences where unlawful gang activity is a feature of the criminal activity into the Criminal Code 1907.
Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to inform this Honorable House that the Royal Bermuda Regiment conducted their first overseas camp since 2019. In total over 140 soldiers and police officers deployed to US Marine Corps Camp Lejeune, North Carolina over the 2 weeks from 8 to 22 May 2022.
Mr Speaker,
This morning I would like to share with the Senate information about the recent graduation event at the Bermuda College and provide details of this incredible Class of 2022.
Mr Speaker,
Mr. Speaker,
It is my pleasure today to rise before this Honorable House to provide an overview of the Consumer Price Index (CPI), the methodology behind its calculation, and to talk generally about Bermuda’s rate of inflation.
Mr. Speaker,
| Jillian Terceira continued competing in the PeelBergen CSI2*, CSI1*, CSIYH1*, CSIV-B International Horse Jumping event in the Netherlands. On day three, Terceira and Vaiana 15 finished 16th competing in the CSIYH1* 5 years-1.10m/ 6 years 1.20m two phases special class clocking a clear first phase time of 38:06, and then they clocked a clear second […]
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| “The Ministry will purchase ten additional new electric buses over the next few months, making almost 50% of the fleet electric,” Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott said in the House of Assembly today [June 17], adding that the Ministry also “intends to bring legislation to lay the foundation for fare digitization.” The Minister’s full statement […]
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| Attorney-General Kathy Lynn Simmons introduced the “Criminal Code Amendment Act 2022” in the House of Assembly today [June 17] which, in effect, serves to make a law about ‘unlawful gang activity’ a permanent provision. The Attorney-General said, ”This Bill seeks to amend temporary, or ‘sunset clause’ provisions in the Criminal Code Amendment Act 2012, which inserted the […]
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| The Royal Bermuda Regiment conducted their first overseas camp since 2019, Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said, explaining that “over 140 soldiers and police officers deployed to US Marine Corps Camp Lejeune, North Carolina” in May 2022. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [June 17] the Minister said, “I would like to congratulate […]
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| “The Cost of Living Commission Amendment Act 2020 is being brought into force as of today,” Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said in the House of Assembly today [June 17]. The Premier said, “The Cost of Living Commission Amendment Act 2020 provided for the following: Increased powers for the Chair of the Cost […]
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| Amendments tabled today will “extend the transitional period to 14th March 2022 to confirm the validity of same sex marriages formalized according to the law of Bermuda prior to the date of the Privy Council judgment,” Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said. This follows after five years of legal proceedings which culminated earlier this […]
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| Xpressions is getting set to host an eight-week Intensive Arts Mentorship for teens aged 13-15 years. A spokesperson said, “Teens, this summer it’s all about you. Xpressions typically offer summer camps to children aged 5-12 years. This summer we are seeking to service teens aged 13-15 years by hosting an Intensive Arts Mentorship for eight […]
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| Carol Dixon has qualified as a Chartered Director. A spokesperson said, “The Institute of Directors Bermuda [IoD] is delighted to announce that an eighth local resident has qualified as a Chartered Director, after welcoming the seventh just a month ago. “Carol Dixon is the latest person to complete all three stages of this internationally recognised […]
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| The 78th annual Edward Cross Long Distance Comet Race is set to take place on Monday, June 20th, and the confirmed Skippers are below. The race is set to start in the St. George’s Harbour at 11.00 am, with the fleet heading east out of the Town Cut Channel, and making their way to the […]
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| The Bermuda Snooker Association sent a tw0 man team to Dublin to represent Bermuda at the International Snooker League, comprising Sandy’s Boat Club One’s Paul Fedden & Spanish Point Boat Club Two’s Tyler Moniz. The team’s 3rd player, Paul Sammin was graciously loaned to Bermuda from the Stephen’s Green Club in Dublin, the host venue, […]
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| Students toured the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race fleet that arrived in Bermuda this week, marking one of the eight stops the fleet will make during its 40,000 nautical mile trip that circumnavigates the globe. The yachts – which represent nations around the world and have more than 150 crew members combined — are berthed at […]
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| 23 young people completed Mirrors flagship Community Programme and eight students officially opened the Field of Learning Garden Club. A spokesperson said, “The Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform, the Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons is pleased to announce that 23 young people successfully completed Mirrors flagship Community Programme at Southlands Park on Saturday, 11 […]
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| According to a recent discussion in the UK Parliament, there are 718 people in Bermuda receiving state pensions from England. During the British Parliament’s session on June 15th,Peter Bottomley asked the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, “which countries the UK has [a] bilateral or [b] reciprocal agreements on provision of the State Pension; when […]
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| PartnerRe Ltd. announced that Sima Ruparelia will join PartnerRe, effective June 27, in the role of Chief Actuarial and Risk Officer. A spokesperson said, “Ms. Ruparelia will be responsible for Risk and Capital, Non-Life Reserving and Pricing and Life Reserving [2nd Line]. She will be based in London and will report to PartnerRe’s President and […]
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The Ministry of Public Works advises that an acute shortage of the number of operational garbage collection trucks for the Island has been improved thanks to valiant efforts by the Public Works team.
The Minister of Public Works the Hon. Lt. Col. David Burch said: “Today we are pleased to report that we now have ten trucks in service, which amounts to 67 per cent of our fleet, up from four trucks a few weeks ago.
“This is a marked improvement. I am extremely proud of the work that has been done to get the trucks back in service.
The Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform, the Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons is pleased to announce that 23 young people successfully completed Mirrors flagship Community Programme at Southlands Park on Saturday, 11 June 2022, and eight students officially opened the Field of Learning Garden Club.
| A fleet of 187 sailing yachts are set to take part in the 635-nautical mile Newport Bermuda Race starting on Friday, June 17th. A spokesperson said, “With a forecast that looks fresh to frightening for at least the first 36 to 48 hours of the race, a fleet of 187 sailing yachts is set to take […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 16] include acting appointments and notice of intended marriage. The Ombudsman For Bermuda Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0623/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Government House Publication date: 16 June 2022 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Ombudsman For Bermuda The Governor is pleased […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Nikki Bascome will face Waseem El Sinawi at The Shed in Dockyard next Saturday [June 25], with the Canadian drafted in to replace Kevin Hylton. Hylton was initially scheduled to meet Bascome in the island’s West End on May 28; however, the bout was postponed the day before the fight after the […]
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| C.A.R.E. Learning Centre held its annual graduation ceremony this afternoon [June 16] with their students being recognized for their achievements. A spokesperson previously said, “Fifteen students who were successful in receiving their high school diplomas last year have been anxiously waiting for this special day when they will be recognized for their outstanding achievements after waiting […]
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