Royal Gazette

The Minister of Home Affairs has hailed Bermuda’s fishermen as “a cornerstone of the island’s economy and culture”.
Walter Roban spoke out ahead of World Fisheries Day today, which highlights the vita…

Part of a road in Smith’s will be closed for two days, the Ministry of Public Works said.
A ministry spokesman said the most southern end of the Collector’s Hill Apothecary parking lot to 19 Ap Owen R…

Researchers’ work to uncover Bermuda’s colonial history has been highlighted in a cover story for December’s Smithsonian
Magazine.
The article, written by Andrew Lawler, takes an in-depth look at t…

Aspects of a report recommending the island’s politicians get a bumper pay rise are “deeply flawed”, the Premier said.
In a statement last night, David Burt also insisted that he did not support a rec…

Today marks one year since Wilfred Outerbridge Jr, a 35-year-old father of three, was taken from his family and community by gun violence.
The loss of the popular and community-minded Mr Outerbridge h…

A committee investigating a cyberattack that crippled government services will also examine security in institutions across the island, its chairman said yesterday.
Lawrence Scott, who is leading the …

The Ministry of Health has confirmed a positive case of measles, with a second suspected case under investigation.
Close contacts have been notified and precautions are being taken.
A spokeswoman for …

The Bermuda Road Safety Council has urged motorists to slow down.
A BRSC statement explained: “In a small community like ours, the consequences of speeding are not just statistics; they are the devast…

Two inmates of the Westgate Correctional Facility have successfully earned their high school equivalency certificates.
Shae-Unni Smith and Tyshaun Brown were celebrated for their achievements at a rec…

Former Government Minister Lawrence Scott has had a claim of unfair dismissal rejected by the Human Rights Commission.
Mr Scott filed a complaint with the HRC after he was sacked by the airline JetBlu…

The Premier, and other Government officials have had a busy start to their visit to London, where they are meeting with senior representatives of the new Labour Government.
In a number of messages pos…

Community groups, charities and — most importantly for the occasion — young people gathered today to celebrate World Children’s Day.
It was November 20, 1959, when the United Nations General Assembly…

The Government has called for feedback on beneficial ownership legislation, including the transfer of the central register from the Bermuda Monetary Authority to the Registrar of Companies.
Its consu…

The Bermuda Philharmonic will this weekend join with the Caledonian Society with a special concert paying tribute to the music of Scotland.

A Salute to the Highlands, to be performed at St John’s …

Today’s sitting of the Senate has been postponed to November 27.
A government spokeswoman said the meeting was rescheduled owing to a lack of running water at Veritas Place.
Several items were listed …

Civilian visitors tested out life as a Royal Bermuda Regiment soldier at an open day held last weekend.
The event on Saturday aimed to give attendees a glimpse into the opportunities offered by the or…

Senior care homes have been invited to the airport to hear schoolchildren serenade guests with Christmas carols.
The second Great Bermuda Carol-Off promises $15,000 in prizes for music programmes to s…

The pink route ferry service restarted this morning after mechanical problems forced a temporary halt yesterday.
A spokesman for the Ministry of Transport said that the route, which services Paget and…

A temporary social worker has been praised for her willingness to step in and help an ill client and their family during a time of crisis.
Donna Outerbridge, an employee with the Department of Health,…

Members of Parliament could be in line for an 18.8 per cent pay rise, if a review board’s recommendations are approved.
There would also be an extra $7,000 a year as “an additional incentive to motiva…

The first powerboat racer to win the iconic Around the Island Race in less than an hour was an innovator who passed on his skills to young mechanics.
Larry Robinson’s Bermuda Donzi team pulled off a f…

Bermudians will perform with acts from around the world in a new circus this weekend.
Rick Richardson, the Bermuda liaison for Circus International, said island aerialists and Gombeys would feature in…

The Government is striving to expand the island’s fishing industry, not shrink it, Walter Roban, the Minister of Home Affairs, insisted yesterday.
Mr Roban also said that he was always willing to meet…

Residents of all ages and fitness levels can participate in the Saltus Association’s annual run and walk this weekend.
People can volunteer or take part in the 400-metre, 1 mile, or a competitive or n…

A man who admitted causing the death of a senior has been sentenced to spend more than six years behind bars.
Clinton Smith, 48, pleaded guilty this month to a charge of manslaughter in connection wit…

The fundraising wing of a school for alternative learning has welcomed a new member to its board of directors.
Tricia Lines Hill was announced as the new member for the Bermuda Centre for Creative Lea…

Bermudians will perform with acts from around the world in a new circus this week.
Rick Richardson, the Bermuda liaison for Circus International, said island aerialists and Gombeys will feature in the…

The pink route ferry service was cancelled this afternoon after mechanical problems, the Ministry of Transport said.
A government spokesman said that the route, which services Paget and Warwick, was c…

A government minister has urged people to understand their rights and protections available under new legislation that will come properly into effect next year.
The Personal Information Protection Act…

A charity in Warwick which helps people by providing food supplies has received a $25,000 grant from the Government.
Tinée Furbert, the Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, said the fina…

The Botanical Gardens could get a funding boost after the Government signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a charity that supports the facility.
At a press conference today, Lieutenant-Colonel Dav…