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The Government was tonight blasted after it sacked staff at the Covid-19 test lab at the forefront of the island’s battle against the coronavirus.
Staff at the lab accused civil servants of an attempt…

PwC to embark on strategic hires

March 14, 2022

Changes are coming to PwC.
The firm said a new strategy focuses on two interconnected needs faced by clients around the world: To build trust and deliver sustainable outcomes.
A press release said: …

Budget seeks more money to fight global tax proposals

March 14, 2022

Legislators will this week be asked to commit additional funding for government’s continuing work with large countries over tax and regulatory policies.
As a financial centre, Bermuda faces as many as…

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Covid-19: another death pushes death toll to 125 and infections also up

March 14, 2022

Another death linked to Covid-19 was announced tonight – which brought the death toll from the pandemic to 125.
The announcement by health officials marked the second death from coronavirus in less th…

Risk summit a home-run says BDA chair

March 14, 2022

The pandemic, climate and political risks faced by the insurance industry are challenging because of their unusual scale, a Bermuda Risk Summit panel heard today.
But the challenges they bring are bei…

Butterfield finishes higher in New York

March 14, 2022

The RG/BSX Index closed at 2,495, up 32.86 (1.33 per cent), powered by BF&M Ltd. which rose $3.60 (19.8 per cent) to close at $21.75 after 200 shares changed hands on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
I…

Bermuda ready to ease financial fears in an uncertain world

March 14, 2022

Bermuda’s re/insurance industry rises to the occasion during uncertain times, attendees at a sold out Bermuda Risk Summit 2022 heard today.
The opening panel discussion of the inaugural Summit, the fi…

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March 14, 2022

Bermudian-based fintech company 24 Exchange has completed its first crypto currency NDF (non-deliverable forward) trades on its platform, the organisation announced.
The trades involved ED&F Man C…

Perennial chooses Apex for fund administration services

March 14, 2022

Apex Group Ltd, the global financial services provider based in Bermuda, has been appointed by Australian-headquartered Perennial Partners to provide fund administration services to Perennial Private …

X-Roads’ fight for survival receives boost after BFA ruling on abandoned match

March 14, 2022

With three matches left in the campaign X-Roads Warriors saw their chances of avoiding relegation increase, after they were awarded all three points from their abandoned Premier Division match against…

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Domestic partnerships not inferior to marriage – Minister

March 14, 2022

The Government will take legal advice before any decision is announced on whether same-sex marriages that have already happened will be voided, the Minister of Home Affairs said.
Walter Roban insisted…

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‘Angel’ car driver rammed dog to stop attack on young girl now left ‘scarred for life’

March 14, 2022

An “angel” car driver was forced to ram a dog in a bid to stop it attacking an 11-year-old child who has been left “scarred for life”.
Her father, who asked for the family not to be identified, said t…

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Home affairs minister to hold post Budget press conference at 12.45pm

March 14, 2022

The Minister of Home Affairs, Walter Roban, will hold a post-Budget press conference at 12.45am.
Earlier today the minister issue this statement on the Privy Council same sex marriage ruling:
The Gove…

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Devonshire Rec shooting victims released from hospital

March 14, 2022

A man and a woman shot last Thursday night in an attack at Devonshire Recreation Club have been released from hospital, police said this morning.
Detective Sergeant Jason Smith said police would be re…

Dame Flora Duffy, Jah-Nhai Perinchief take top honours at Athlete of the Year awards

March 14, 2022

Triathlete Dame Flora Duffy won another Female Athlete of the Year award while triple jumper Jah-Nhai Perinchief is a first-time winner of the Male Athlete of the Year for 2021 after an outstanding se…

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Man arrested for drink driving after crash in St George’s

March 14, 2022

A 36-year-old man has been arrested for drink driving following a two vehicle collision in St George’s yesterday, police said today.
Police were called to the accident near the junction of Mullet Bay …

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Privy Council same sex marriage ruling summary

March 14, 2022

PRESS SUMMARY

14 March 2022
Attorney General for Bermuda (Appellant) v Roderick Ferguson and others (Respondents) (Bermuda)
[2022] UKPC 5
On appeal from the Court of Appeal for Bermuda

JUSTIC…

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A timeline of the battle for and against same sex marriage

March 14, 2022

June 2013: The Human Rights Act 1981 is amended to outlaw discrimination due to sexual orientation. Wayne Furbert, then an Opposition MP, tries unsuccessfully to remove same-sex marriage from the …

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Privy Council sides with Governmment over same sex marriage

March 14, 2022

Judges at the island’s highest court of appeal have sided with the Government in its battle to ban same-sex marriage.
A majority of the Privy Council panel of five found in favour of the Attorney-Gene…

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Somersfield school board takes aim at Covid-19 restrictions

March 14, 2022

A private school hit out at classroom Covid-19 restrictions and branded them “conservative and contradictory”.
The board of Somersfield Academy in Devonshire said schools and families were “struggling…

North Village advance to FA Cup semi-finals

March 14, 2022

North Village 3 Boulevard 0

North Village put their name back in the hat after securing their spot in the FA Cup semi-finals with a comfortable victory against city rivals Boulevard at Bernard’s …

Zebras book semi-final spot after dominant first half against Hood in FA Cup

March 14, 2022

Robin Hood 1 PHC Zebras 2

PHC Zebras took to Goose Gosling field last evening as firm favourites for a berth in the FA Cup semi-final draw and they did not disappoint after relatively comfortable…

Benn Smith secures podium place at regatta in Florida

March 14, 2022

Benn Smith sailed his way on to the podium at the International Laser Class Association Midwinter’s East regatta, which concluded in St Petersburg, Florida, yesterday.
The Bermudian earned a bronze me…

Cruise line caught off guard by court action

March 14, 2022

Crystal Cruises was left to fend for itself after its parent company sought court protection in Bermuda, the luxury line’s former president has disclosed.
The operator of three ocean cruise ships and …

Leading Bermuda captive professionals named

March 14, 2022

Brady Young has been named the most influential person in the captive insurance industry for the second year running.
CEO and chairman of Strategic Risk Solutions, Young claimed the top spot on the an…

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Cannabis criminal convictions clearance hits snag

March 14, 2022

A law designed to clear the criminal convictions of people caught with small amounts of cannabis has hit problems because old documents often failed to quantify the amounts of drugs involved.
The Atto…

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Woman tells court she recognised gunman despite mask

March 14, 2022

The girlfriend of a man who was shot outside their house told a jury that she recognised an alleged gunman from his eyes.
The woman, who cannot be named for legal reasons, told the Supreme Court on Fr…

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OBA calls for reduction in NSC running costs to fund help for young people

March 14, 2022

A reduction in the National Sports Centre’s operating costs should be a priority so more cash can be funnelled towards helping young people, an Opposition MP has said.
Susan Jackson, of the One Bermud…

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‘Staggering increase’ in juvenile court cases – Attorney-General

March 14, 2022

Juvenile court cases soared in 2021, MPs heard on Friday in the House of Assembly.
Kathy Lynn Simmons, the Attorney-General, told the House that new cases sent to the family courts dropped nearly one …

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Support from friends and community important for brain injury victims

March 14, 2022

Our brains control every human function. They interpret the world around us and help to define our mind and soul. So when they sustain injury, the effects are wide-ranging.
Not only can a brain injur…

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Cutting edge prep for hurricanes

March 13, 2022

A new group of Royal Bermuda Regiment chainsaw operators have qualified as the island’s defence force gears up for another hurricane season.
Instructors said that six soldiers, drawn from across the …

Domico Coddington at the double as Cougars cruise into FA Cup semi-finals

March 13, 2022

Somerset Eagles 1 Devonshire Cougars 5

Domico Coddington struck twice as Devonshire Cougars cruised into the semi-finals of the FA Challenge Cup with a comfortable win over Somerset Eagles at Whi…

Town down Trojans to remain on course for treble

March 13, 2022

Dandy Town 3 Somerset Trojans 1

Dandy Town remain in contention for a triple crown triumph ― League, FA Cup and Friendship Trophy ― after seeing off Somerset Trojans in this FA Cup quarter-final …

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Fire crews extinguish bobcat fire

March 13, 2022

Firefighters extinguished a burning vehicle in Smith’s this afternoon.
A spokesman for the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service said that at about 12.12pm, they received reports of a fire at Tomasik Hill.
…

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Traffic diversions after crash in St George

March 13, 2022

Traffic is being diverted in St George after a collision near the junction of Wellington Slip Road and Mullet Bay Road.
A police spokesman said at about 2.40pm today: “The scene is currently being pro…

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Bermuda suspends Russian aircraft airworthiness certificates

March 13, 2022

Bermuda-registered planes leased to Russian airlines have had their airworthiness certificates suspended as the invasion of Ukraine continues.
In an official statement, the Bermuda Civil Aviation Auth…

Willie Clemons nets winner to keep Stowmarket Town’s promotion push on track

March 13, 2022

Willie Clemons’s second half strike secured all the points for Stowmarket Town in a crucial 1-0 win at home over fellow promotion hopefuls Grays Athletic in the Isthmian League North on Saturday.
The…

Support for tourism entrepreneurs

March 13, 2022

Tourism stakeholders and entrepreneurs have been invited to apply for support from the Bermuda Tourism Authority Experience Investment Programme.
The initiative provides marketing or funding support f…

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Road map for constitutional reform to be developed, MPs told

March 13, 2022

A road map for redrawing Bermuda’s constitution will be developed in consultation with the British Government, MPs were told.
Kathy Lynn Simmons, the Attorney-General, told the Budget debate for the M…

Moore secures multiple medals, sets meet record at National Invitational

March 13, 2022

Madelyn Moore capped another successful season after securing multiple medals and setting a meet record while competing at the National Invitational Championships in Elkhart, Indiana, at the weekend.
…

Flora Duffy, Jah-Nhai Perinchief take top honours at Athlete of the Year awards

March 13, 2022

Triathlete Flora Duffy won another Female Athlete of the Year award while track athlete Jah-Nhai Perinchief is the first winner of the Male Athlete of the Year for 2021 after an outstanding season ove…

Warriors cling to survival hopes with close win over St George’s

March 13, 2022

St George’s 0 X-Roads 1

X-Roads Warriors extended their survival hopes for at least another weekend after grinding out a tough victory on the road against St. George’s Colts courtesy of a Tymon D…

Long road to gender equality on corporate boards

March 13, 2022

The Institute of Directors Bermuda and Deloitte Bermuda are to celebrate International Women’s Day by hosting the panel discussion ‘Women in the Boardroom’.
The virtual presentation will be held Thurs…

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Firefighters tackle structural fire

March 13, 2022

Firefighters tackled a structural fire at Uppington Crescent, Pembroke last night.
Just after 9.50pm, Bermuda Fire and Rescue received a report and responded with eight crew members.
On arrival they …

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Police thank rescuers who tried to save baby boy after car went overboard

March 12, 2022

The Bermuda Police Service has extended its condolences to the family and loved ones of the child who tragically lost his life in a car accident yesterday.
Police also thanked those who helped in the…

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Baby dies, woman and infant rescued after car plunges into sea

March 12, 2022

A baby drowned yesterday after a car ploughed through a fence and plunged into the sea.
The car, with a woman and two children inside, went into the water at Shark Hole in Hamilton Parish.
Rescuers ju…

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Premier appeals for kindness in community after week of tragedies

March 12, 2022

The Premier last night called on the community to unite in kindness following a week of tragedy and in light of ongoing challenges facing the country.
He was speaking on the same day a baby died after…

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Bermudian sanctions against Russia begin to bite

March 12, 2022

The value of Russian assets held in Bermuda is unknown, the British Government has said.
But a parliamentary briefing paper issued last week quoted a 2018 report from Global Witness which claimed Berm…

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Elderly man refused flight from NYC after Covid-19 rules mix-up

March 12, 2022

Bermuda’s Covid-19 travel restrictions eased on Monday — but new border rules were of no use for an elderly Bermudian traveller denied a flight home.
The 80-year-old was left stunned and out of pocket…

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Pilot boat repairs mostly covered by insurance, MPs told

March 12, 2022

A final bill for repair work to a pilot boat damaged last year is still to be delivered, the House of Assembly heard yesterday.
Lawrence Scott, the transport minister, told MPs that the Department of …