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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 13] include list of proposed planning applications, contracts valued $50,000 or more, registrar of companies annual fees and returns, appointments, and notice of intended marriage. Large Group Exemption Commission Of Inquiry- Historic Land Loss Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0037/2021 […]
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| Thursday, January 14 is expected to see more cloud than sun, with rain showers developing after midday, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 80%. Sunrise will be […]
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| Dr. Carika Weldon is joining Bernews this afternoon [Jan 13] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with Dr Weldon set to discuss the scientific aspects of Covid-19 testing, the vaccine and more. Related Stories Video: Dr Weldon On Bermuda’s Covid-19 Testing Bermuda Principles Impact Conference Held Premier Burt Congratulates Dr. […]
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| The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Jan 13], with the list indicating that there are forty bus runs cancelled today. Related Stories Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Tuesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Wednesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus […]
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| JM Smucker and Butterfield & Vallis donated $1,245.96 to Bermuda Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals [SPCA]. A spokesperson said, “JM Smucker and Butterfield & Vallis recently completed the first quarter of their “Pawsitively Purrfect” campaign. “For a limited time, with the purchase of any JM Smucker pet food and pet snack product […]
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| Registration is opening to “help pre-qualify small and medium sized construction industry companies interested in being considered for a portion of the Government’s $13.4 million stimulus programme.” A spokesperson said, “In support of the Ministry of Public Work’s Stimulus Programme, the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] opens registration to help pre-qualify small and medium sized […]
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| There are social media posts circulating erroneously claiming the Vaccination Centre is accepting walk-ins for the COVID-19 vaccine, and the Ministry has clarified that this is not the case. A ministry spokesperson stated, “The Ministry of Health has been informed that there are social media posts currently circulating with misinformation about the Vaccination Centre accepting […]
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| “As the new administration is sworn in next week, my service in Bermuda will come to an end,” U.S. Consul General Lee Rizzuto said, adding that “serving as the U.S. Consul General to Bermuda has been a privilege and a great honor.” Mr Rizzuto said, “The United States Congress has certified the election and on […]
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| In recognition of the 5th Annual National Day of Racial Healing, Citizens Uprooting Racism In Bermuda [CURB] will be holding a free community webinar entitled “Healing Through Reparation: Bermuda’s Way Forward” on Tuesday [Jan 19]. A spokesperson said, “The webinar will feature a 30-minute condensed version of the presentation CURB gave to the Institute for […]
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| Minister of Labour Jason Hayward released the following statement regarding the impact of the Employment Amendment Act 2020 and Labour Relations and Trade Union [Consolidation] Act 2020. Minister Hayward said, “The overarching aim of the Ministry of Labour is the expansion of jobs within Bermuda. In order to ensure that this is achieved, the legislative […]
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| The police have now confirmed the death of 35-year-old O’Dean Phillips, who passed away following a serious single road traffic collision in Devonshire. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 35-year-old O’Dean Phillips. “Mr. Phillips passed away following a serious single road traffic collision involving a motorcycle, just […]
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| The webinar hosted by Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] on SailGP jobs and business opportunities is now accessible online. A spokesperson said, “A total of more than 150 people attended the 90-minute, January 8 webinar, hosted by the BTA and featuring SailGP Event Director Jennie Kim and Head of Marketing & Innovation Michael Porter; SailGP Community […]
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| The Ministry of Finance Headquarters is currently closed, however the employees continue to work from home and if needed, you can contact them via email. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Finance Headquarters, located on the 2nd floor of the Government Administration Building, is currently closed until 18 January 2021. Most of the employees […]
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| The Bermuda-inspired Restaurant Weeks 2021 is set to begin tomorrow [Jan 14], marking the festival’s 10th anniversary. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s distinct food culture, and the harvest heroes behind it, will be front and centre starting Thursday, when an extended version of the island’s annual Restaurant Weeks kicks off the festival’s 10th anniversary. “Stretching four […]
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| Minister Kim Wilson provided information on Bermuda’s Covid-19 vaccine allocation strategy, with the priority to be given to “groups most at risk from getting sick from COVID-19.” Speaking at last night’s [Jan 12] press briefing, Minister Wilson said, “Our vaccine strategy has been developed based on international best practices, and it has prioritized groups who […]
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Good Evening Bermuda, I am pleased to share with you about how the COVID-19 vaccine works, how it was fast-tracked, and the first viral genome sequencing data.
As we all know, Bermuda’s COVID-19 vaccination program started yesterday, after vaccines arrived on island last Friday.
How the mRNA vaccine works
| The United States is “expanding the requirement for a negative Covid-19 test to all air passengers entering the United States” effective January 26th. A statement from CDC said, “The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expanding the requirement for a negative COVID-19 test to all air passengers entering the United States. “Testing before and after […]
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| Bermuda’s Madelyn Moore has been named the Western Athletic Conference Women’s Swimmer Of The Week after an impressive performance over the weekend in Colorado Springs. The school’s announcement said, “After a monstrous performance over the weekend in Colorado Springs, junior Madelyn Moore has been named the Western Athletic Conference Women’s Swimmer of the Week. “In […]
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| Canopius announced that its Bermuda-based reinsurance company Canopius Reinsurance Limited [Canopius Re] has been granted a Class 4 Reinsurer licence by the Bermuda Monetary Authority. A spokesperson said, “The reclassification will significantly extend Canopius Re’s scope, enabling it to increase gross written premiums and write more third-party risks. This marks a reorientation of the reinsurer, which […]
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| Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. announced the appointment of Trevor Ormes as Deputy Active Underwriter of Syndicate 4000 and Head of Professional Lines, and Florence Mognetti as Head of Political Risk. A spokesperson said, “Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. announced two senior appointments in its Lloyd’s operations, Hamilton Managing Agency Limited: Trevor Ormes as Deputy Active Underwriter […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], One Communications Ltd. advised that pursuant to BSX Regulation Section IIA 6.14[2][i], on 8th January 2021, 500 shares were repurchased for calcellation at a price of $4.10 and on 11 January 2021, 138,874 shares were repurchased for calcellation at an average price of $3.98. Related Stories […]
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| January 12 saw 2,858 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $97,198.00 BD. 2,858 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 0.7% at $34.25 per share. The BSX finished at 2,193.96, up 0.57% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Argus Group Holdings Limited has advised the BSX that a “shareholder, Equilibria Capital Management Limited, has acquired a beneficial interest of fifteen-point three six percent [15.36%] of the Company’s securities.” These notices are made pursuant to the BSX Listing Regulations Section IIA, Regulation 6.14[2]. Related Stories […]
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Good Evening Bermuda,
Apologies for the late start this evening. Yesterday, our island reached a significant milestone in our fight against the Coronavirus with the vaccination programme getting underway here in Bermuda.
The Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, the Opposition Leader Mr. Cole Simons, the Government’s Science Advisor Dr. Carika Weldon, seniors, essential workers and I received our first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine.
Good Afternoon,
There were 813 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update and five were positive for COVID-19. All of the new cases are classified as imported with details as follows:
§ 1 resident who arrived on Delta 584 from Atlanta on 6 January 2021 and tested positive on their day 4 test
§ 2 residents who arrived on Jet Blue 62231 from New York on 10 January 2021 and tested positive on their arrival test
§ 2 residents who arrived on American Airlines 308 from Miami on 10 January 2021 and tested positive on their arrival test
The Ministry of Public Works reminds the public that Christmas tree collection will be held on Saturday January 16th and Saturday January 23rd.
The public is advised to adhere to the following Christmas Tree collection schedule:
| With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]
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| Wednesday, January 13 is expected to be cloudy, with a few early showers clearing by the afternoon, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 80%. Sunrise will be […]
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Today, the Minister of Labour released the following statement on the impact of two critical pieces of legislation to the Bermuda labour force:
The overarching aim of the Ministry of Labour is the expansion of jobs within Bermuda. In order to ensure that this is achieved, the legislative framework in place must be up to date, comprehensive and fair.
The Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP MP has today provided an update on the plans for Education Reform, Virtual School Open Houses and school registration.
Minister Rabain stated, “The Government is undertaking Education Reform, however, there will be no closure of any schools for September 2021 and preschool, primary, middle and senior school registration is scheduled for later this month and in early February.
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 12] include registration of psychological practitioners, acquisition of property by a non-Bermudian, boards appointments, and contracts valued $50,000 or more. Professional Registration, Psychologist: Kelly Savery Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Registration Of Psychological Practitioners Notice ID: GN0030/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication […]
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| Meredith Andrews and Nikita Robinson – who were both recognized in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List – are joining Bernews this afternoon [Jan 12] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. Meredith Andrews The statement previously released announcing the Queen’s Certificate & Badge of Honour said, “Bermudian artist and photographer […]
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| The new Bermuda cricket team uniform should feature a photo of the famous catch by Dwayne ‘Sluggo’ Leverock, the International Cricket Council [ICC] has jokingly suggested. In response to a tweet from the Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] seeking input about their new kit, the official Twitter account of the International Cricket Council — the global […]
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| The Minister of Education Diallo Rabain provided an update on the plans for Education Reform, Virtual School Open Houses, and school registration. Minister Rabain stated, “The Government is undertaking Education Reform, however, there will be no closure of any schools for September 2021 and preschool, primary, middle and senior school registration is scheduled for later […]
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