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| The Spanish Point Boat Club will hold their Opening of the Patio Dinner and Dance next Saturday [June 25]. The event, including a buffet dinner, starts at 6 pm and features a DJ. Tickets costing $50 are available at the bar for members and guests only. Related Stories Upcoming: Dance Foundation Gala Upcoming: Concepts In […]
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| June 17 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,116.51, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 64 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories LOM Company […]
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| The 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay has now visited 68 nations and territories of the Commonwealth — including Bermuda — in 253 days, with visits to Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales remaining in the international journey. A spokesperson said, “In recent weeks the Baton has visited Commonwealth nations and territories spanning North America, South America, and […]
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| Speaking the House of Assembly today [June 17] Minister of Education Diallo Rabain highlighted the recent graduation at the Bermuda College and the “incredible Class of 2022.” The Minister said, “Like most universities and colleges, Commencement represents the culmination and highlight of the academic year for Bermuda College. Bermuda College’s Commencement also marks the start […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Jomar Wilkinson has been appointed head coach of Premier Division side Boulevard Blazers. Wilkinson, who led Somerset Trojans to fifth in the top flight last season, was unveiled as Boulevard’s new head coach today. He will take charge of a Boulevard side that finished second in the First Division last term to […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 17] include appointment of marriage officer, professional engineers registration, notification of planning applications registered, elections and acting appointments. Maritime Marriage Officer: Alexander Jowett Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointment of Marriage Officer [Maritime] Notice ID: GN0631/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication Date: 17 June […]
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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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