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– Bermuda reaffirms its commitment to full tax governance and transparency
Hamilton, February 24, 2022 – The Ministry of Finance of the Government of Bermuda reports that the island´s commitment to exchange information with international tax authorities, as recommended by the OECD Forum on Harmful Tax Practices (´FHTP´) in November 2021, has been noted temporarily in the State of Play document (Annex II of the conclusions of the EU Council of Ministers). The island remains a fully cooperative jurisdiction committed to full compliance.
As part of the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme (BOPP), the Ministry of Home Affairs plans to introduce a comprehensive Marine Spatial Plan and Blue Economy Strategy for our 200-mile marine Exclusive Economic Zone. One of BOPP’s goals is to improve fisheries management, where appropriate, and partner with stakeholders to support Bermuda’s fisheries goals through consultations, scientific research, and economic analyses.
The Ministry of Transport wishes to clarify any misleading information regarding cruise ship visitors to Bermuda. The Ministry reminds the public that as of 7 March 2022, children travelling to Bermuda by cruise ship who are 11 years or under will take the vaccination status of their parents or guardian. Visitors 12 years old and older must be fully vaccinated to travel to Bermuda. This means a full course of the recognized, approved vaccines, 1 or 2 doses plus two weeks.
Minister of Social Development and Seniors, the Hon. Tinee Furbert today issued an invitation to the public to apply for service on the Co-Parenting Mediation Council.
| BHW said they will be hosting Bermuda Carnival events from Friday, June 17th to Monday, June 20th, 2022. A spokesperson said, “Stretch those limbs! Book your Flights! And tell everyone you know that from June 17th to June 20th, 2022, the BHW Ltd. team is taking you into the heights of Carnival joy as only […]
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| Over the past four days, police have issued 112 tickets for speeding, as well as a number of tickers for other traffic offences. In an online post, the Bermuda Police Service said, “Early morning Operation Vega exercises across the island. Tickets were issued for speeding, un-licensed & uninsured vehicles, driving without due care & attention […]
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| Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert today issued an invitation to the public to apply for service on the Co-Parenting Mediation Council. Minister Furbert said: “Strengthening our families and providing care and protection for our children is a Government priority and we are looking for members of the public who are prepared to […]
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| The Ministry of Transport said they wish to “clarify any misleading information regarding cruise ship visitors to Bermuda.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry reminds the public that as of 7 March 2022, children travelling to Bermuda by cruise ship who are 11 years or under will take the vaccination status of their parents or […]
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| Daniel Augustus took to the course for the first round of the Battle at The Bear in the Florida Elite Golf Tour at the Golden Bear Club at Keenes Pointe. Augustus shot an opening round 1-under par 71, his first round consisted of 3 Birdies, 13 Pars, and 2 Bogey’s. Daniel Augustus’ Battle at The […]
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| Bermuda’s Under 14 Boys’ team of Zach McGuire, Tobiah Goodchild and Johnny Bart were back in action for the second time in a Group B match at the ITF World Junior Championships Pre Qualifier in El Salvador. Bermuda took to the court to face off against the Dominican Republic and were defeated 3 – 0. […]
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| The Information Commissioner issued Decision 05/2022 in regards to the Bermuda Police Service [BPS]. A spokesperson said, “On 17 February 2022, the Information Commissioner issued Decision 05/2022, Bermuda Police Service [BPS]. The Information Commissioner found that the BPS did not issue an internal review decision to the applicant within the 6-week timeline set out in […]
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| Bermuda will be gaining access to a “high tech Remote Environmental Measuring UnitS autonomous underwater vehicle” which can “obtain a range of oceanographic, hydrographic, environmental and ecological data.” A Government spokesperson said, “As part of the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme [BOPP], the Ministry of Home Affairs plans to introduce a comprehensive Marine Spatial Plan and […]
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| Open Mic Bda will be hosting their “The Story Of Us Yesterday-Today-Tomorrow” event on Saturday [Feb 26]. A spokesperson said, “Open Mic Bda has partnered with The Griot Ltd. & Art Official Souls. The Griot is a shared cultural space and retail store for the African diaspora to explore their cultural identity through historical exploration […]
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| STEP Bermuda will be hosting a STEP Talk entitled “Current Observations/Issues Regarding Sharia Compliant Trusts and More” tomorrow [Feb 25] at 9.30am. A spokesperson said, “STEP Bermuda will be hosting a STEP Talk entitled “Current Observations/Issues Regarding Sharia Compliant Trusts and More” tomorrow [25 February] at 9:30am.” STEP Bermuda Chairman Ash Fife said, “STEP Bermuda […]
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| Senators exchanged words after a statement on Teen Dating Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month, with Senator Lindsay Simmons saying she was “appalled” by a comment made by Senator Marcus Jones. “I am not saying they deserve the bad abuse, they shouldn’t, we all agree with that,” OBA Senator Marcus Jones said. “But I do believe […]
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| The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] has partnered with SailGP and the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] to host a series of question and answer sessions on the vendor and service provision opportunities SailGP is looking to fill, with the first session to take place today [Feb 24]. A spokesperson said, “SailGP will launch their Season […]
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| BE Solar is celebrating 12 years in business, with the company “focusing on helping people make sensible investments in high quality, reliable and clean energy solutions for their homes and businesses.” A spokesperson said, “Eighty-six years ago, Bermuda Engineering Company Ltd. was founded by renewable energy pioneer Gordon Hamilton Burland who installed Bermuda’s first wind […]
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| International track & field competition is ‘back on track’, as a Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] team is set to leave the island on Friday to take part in an event in Florida. A spokesperson said, “BNAA is pleased to announce that Bermuda’s international Competition on the track is back! “On Friday, February 25th, a […]
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| Three football matches took place recently, with Wolves and the Devonshire Cougars advancing to the Shield and Friendship semi-finals, while the Somerset Trojan remain in seventh place. Shield Quarter-Final: Wolves 2 – St. David’s 1 At the BAA Field, Wolves took the lead in the first half through a Jason Davis strike. St. David’s got […]
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| 2020 “saw a plunge of 1,951 jobs lost, primarily due to the global pandemic” and the “total number of work permits issued decreased 32% in 2020 coinciding with the pandemic,” a recently released report noted. 2020 was the first year of the Covid-19 pandemic, and saw widespread closures and restrictions, including the airport being closed […]
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| Willie Clemons, Reggie Lambe and their Stowmarket Town teammates advanced to the third round of the Turners Hyundai Suffolk Premier Cup following their 3 – 1 win over Ipswich Town. Clemons scored one of the goals for his team, finding the back of the net in the 68th minute to give Stowmarket the 3 – […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association has announced that the match between Ireland Rangers and BAA has been rescheduled for February 26. A spokesperson said, “Due to a shortage of officials; please take note of the following change to the schedule. The First Division match between Ireland and BAA scheduled for Sunday, February 27th has been moved […]
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Devonshire Cougars clawed their way to a spot in the Friendship Trophy semi-finals with a hard fought win over X-Roads Warriors at Goose Gosling Field last…
Somerset Trojans redeemed themselves from a lacklustre performance in their last outing to register a convincing win over Cup Match rivals St. George’s Col…
| Reported sexually transmitted infections [STIs] decreased by 39% in 2020, with the decrease attributed to factors including the “stay-at-home orders and curfews that were in place.” The first curfew was instituted in March 2020, and in April 2020 a State of Emergency was declared and the ‘Shelter In Place’ order was in effect, restricting people from leaving their […]
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| A group of St. George’s business owners “have set their sights on improvements they feel need to be made to town infrastructure before the summer season.” St. George’s Group Statement A spokesperson for the group — that when asked provided a list of 21 businesses they said they represent — said, “A large group of […]
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| Since initially being introduced in 2017, the number of rental minicars in Bermuda has continued to rise, increasing from 40 in 2017 to 195 in 2020. This is according to the Bermuda Digest of Statistics, which noted that there were 40 in 2017, 89 in 2018, 191 in 2019, and 195 in 2020. The Bill […]
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| The Bermuda Alumnae Chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity have renewed their partnership with Essent Reinsurance Ltd. to facilitate a $50,000 scholarship fund A spokesperson said, “Essent Reinsurance Ltd. partners with the Bermuda Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the Bermuda Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi […]
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Good afternoon, Minister, Madam Chair, our new Working Group members, Senior Youth Development Officer, Nadine Henry and members of the media.
In the Government’s 2020 Election Platform as well as our 2021 Throne Speech we committed to the establishment of the National Youth Policy aimed at fostering direct engagement with our youth in the development of government policies.
“..the prospects for Bermuda are bright..”
The 2021 Bermuda Fiscal Responsibility Panel Report (the Report) has been completed and is published today. It is available on the Ministry of Finance section of the Bermuda Government portal. (www.gov.bm)
| The Scout Association of Bermuda will be holding a tag day at Lindo’s Family Foods in Devonshire and Warwick this Saturday [Feb 26], to raise funds for programming, activities and camping trips. “Scouting helps children and young adults reach their full potential and encourages them to make a positive impact in communities,” said Geoffrey Rothwell, […]
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| People who may be interested in serving on the Human Rights Tribunal are invited to apply, and the deadline for submissions is Wednesday, March 2nd. A spokesperson said, “The Selection and Appointment Committee [SAC] for Human Rights is looking to empanel the Human Rights Tribunal to adjudicate discrimination complaints referred to them by the Executive […]
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