Further Reduction of Services Due to COVID-19
This Practice Dlrection is issued further to Circular 03 of 2021.
The heath, safety and welfare of the Members of the Publlc, as well as Court Administrative Staff continues to be our paramount concern.
The continued surge of positive COVID-19 test results the island Is experiencing continues to be of great concern to the community. As such, the Courts must reduce services further as part of protective measures which are necessary to implement in order to assist in the efforts to reduce the community spread of COViD-19.
Weather Forecast For Wednesday April 21
| Wednesday, April 21 is expected to see cloudy conditions with occasional rain, turning more showery later, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise will be at […]
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Live: Government press conference on Covid-19 at 5.30pm
The Premier, David Burt, will hold a press conference at 5.30pm to give the latest Covid-19 update. It comes as Bermuda’s death toll from Covid has reached 20 with more than 900 active cases and 40 pe…
Yvette Swan (1945-2021): a powerful voice for social justice
A pastor, women’s advocate and former United Bermuda Party Cabinet minister and senator has died at 75. Yvette Swan, who worked as an optometrist at the Bermuda Optical Company, was a champion for the…
Praise for Regiment soldiers manning the roadblocks
Regiment troops have been praised for their dedication to duty while enforcing stay-at-home safety regulations. The Royal Bermuda Regiment was embodied last week after Government imposed strict public…
Retail Sales Increased 5.8% In January
| After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 1.0% in January – the overall volume of retail sales increased 5.8% when compared to January 2020, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Minister for the Cabinet Office, the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP, released […]
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BOARD OF DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING TECHNOLOGIST
The Minister of Health is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 1st January 2021, under the applicable Legislation unless otherwise indicated.
PHARMACY PROFESSION COMPLAINTS COMMITTEE
The Minister of Health is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 1st January 2021, under the applicable Legislation unless otherwise indicated.PHARMACY PROFESSION COMPLAINTS COMMITTEEChairman – Ms. Jane Wolf
20 Point List Of Regulations In Effect As Of Today
| A number of new regulations took effect today [April 20] and we have attempted to compile a list of 20 of the key points, however please note that it is, in no way, representative of all the regulations, just aims to be a helpful guide of some of the key ones to assist everyone. The information […]
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Japan SailGP Team Announces New Signings
| The Japan SailGP Team has announced their team for SailGP Season 2, which is set to kick off in Bermuda this weekend. The SailGP website said, “The Japan SailGP Team has supercharged its team for SailGP Season 2, announcing the headline signings of Italian sailor and eight-time world champion Francesco Bruni and Great Britain’s Chris […]
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Police: don’t call 911 or 211 for Covid queries
Police are again telling people not to call 911 for queries on Covid-19 regulations. It is the second time the police have issued the appeal to the public as they are being inundated with calls. A pol…
Please Stop Calling 911 About Covid Regulations
| The police have yet again reminded the public that “the 911 number is for emergencies only,” noting that their “communications staff are being inundated with callers seeking information on Covid regulations and guidelines.” A police spokesperson said, “Once again our communications staff are being inundated with callers seeking information on Covid regulations and guidelines. “We […]
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Column: Ben Smith On Education, Assessments
| [Opinion column written by OBA Senate Leader Ben Smith] It has been announced that a major decision in education has been made to not have students sit the checkpoint assessments. Several factors were considered in making this decision, and that means for the second year running these assessments will not take place in Bermuda. The […]
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OBA Extends Condolences To Swan Family
| Opposition Leader Cole Simons extended condolences to the late former Senator Yvette Swan. Opposition Leader Cole Simons said, “On behalf of the One Bermuda Alliance, I offer our sincere condolences to the family of the late former Senator, Yvette V.A. Swan. I knew her on a professional and personal level to be a woman of […]
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Trott Competes In Hopkins/Loyola Invitational
| Alexis Trott and her Towson University women’s track & field teammates competed Hopkins/Loyola Invitational. She finished 7th competing in the women’s 100 meter dash clocking a time of 12.86, and Trott then leaped a top leap of 4.90m on her way to finishing 9th competing in the women’s long jump. Related Stories Lewis Competes In […]
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Tennis: James Finnigan Helps St. Mary’s Win
| James Finnigan and his St. Mary’s Men’s tennis teammates earned their sixth shutout of the season as they defeated Western New Mexico, 7-0 at Rohrbach Tennis Stadium. The win was the third consecutive win for St. Mary’s, as they improve their record to 11-3 on the season and 4-1 in Lone Star Conference action. At […]
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Family overwhelmed by support for son injured after road accident
The family of a teenager who was put into an induced coma following a car crash have paid an emotional tribute to everyone who has helped their son. In particular they paid tribute to members of the …
SailGP steams into schools
A youth sailing charity joined forces with a sailboat racing league to help educate youngsters on the science of sailing. SailGP’s STEAM through Sailing Challenge put 13 pupils through a virtual crash…
21-year-old drink driver fined $1,000
A woman who crashed her car on a night out was banned from the road for 18 months after she admitted being more than double the legal alcohol limit. Annabelle Garcia, 21, pleaded guilty during a virtu…
Deadline for scholarship applications extended
The Ministry of Education has extended the deadline for its scholarship applications until April 26 because of Covid-19. Diallo Rabain, the Minister of Education, said: “It is of paramount importance …
Azura developer backs Covid construction rule
The developer of a luxury South Shore hotel has thrown his support behind the suspension of construction under health restrictions last week. Construction at the Azura resort came to a halt a week ago…
SiriusPoint Releases Inaugural ESG Report
| SiriusPoint Ltd. launched their inaugural Environmental, Social, and Governance [ESG] report, which provides an overview of their ESG “policies, actions, and commitments to create a more sustainable, and socially-minded business.” A spokesperson said, “The Company’s global ESG practices and goals are detailed within four key pillars: 1. Governance and Ethics 2. Our People and Communities 3. […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 19 2021
| April 19 saw 300 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $11,400.00 BD. 300 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 0.7% at $38.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,585.08, down 0.38% on the day. There was 1 advance, 1 decline, and 57 remained unchanged. The full report […]
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COVID-19 Daily Release 19 April 2021
The Ministry of Health received 2100 test results since the last update, and 91 were positive for coronavirus, yielding a test positivity rate of 4.6%.
Photos & Video: RBR Support Covid-19 Efforts
| The Royal Bermuda Regiment continues to support the Covid-19 effort, with 70 soldiers embodied to enable Community Advisory Points across the island. A spokesperson said, “A week into the current stay at home period, soldiers from B Company and across the Regiment continue to support the Government’s effort to keep Bermuda Safe. “Last week 70 soldiers […]
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PLP Extends Condolences To Bean Family
| The Progressive Labour Party expressed their condolences to the family of musician Clarence “Tootsie” Bean. A spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labour Party would like to extend its deepest condolences to the family of musician Clarence “Tootsie” Bean. “Clarence “Tootsie” Bean was a well renowned Bermudian musician both locally and internationally. He was an accomplished drummer, […]
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OBA accuses Premier of stoking ‘real tension in the community’
David Burt, the Premier, was tonight accused by the Opposition of stoking “real tension in the community” over perceptions of unequal treatment during the coronavirus pandemic. Cole Simons, the One Be…
Covid lab marks first year anniversary
A leading lab in the island’s battle against Covid-19 marked its one-year anniversary today. A spokesman for the Bermuda Government Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory said its first year had been “a roll…
Bermuda records 20th Covid-related death, 91 new cases, more than 900 active cases
Another person has lost their life to Covid-19 – the 20th since the start of the pandemic – the Ministry of Health announced tonight. The announcement came as Government released its latest Covid-19 f…
91 New, 904 Active, 40 In Hospital, 6 In ICU
| The Ministry received 2100 test results and 91 were positive – 4 classified as imported, 41 as local transmission with known contact and 46 as under investigation — so there are now 904 active cases, of which 40 people are in hospital with 6 in ICU. In addition, the Government confirmed the sad news that Bermuda experienced […]
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Government Confirm Another Covid Related Death
| The Government has confirmed the sad news that Bermuda has experienced another Covid-19 death today [April 19] which brings the total number of Covid-19 deaths in Bermuda to 20. In releasing the test results this evening, the Minister of Health Kim Wilson stated, “Sadly, Bermuda has experienced another Covid-19 death today. This brings the total […]
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30 Minute Video: April 19 ZBM Evening News
| 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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9 Page Document: Regulations For Rule Changes
| The Government has just posted the official regulations — the Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] [Stay at Home] Amendment Regulations 2021 – which provide more details on the policies set to take effect at 5am on Tuesday, April 20th. The 9-page document amends the original Stay at Home regulations that took effect last week and some extracts are […]
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Weather Forecast For Tuesday April 20
| Tuesday, April 20 is expected to be overcast with rain/showers, chance thunder, clearing in pm, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 83%. Sunrise will be at 6.44am […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For April 19 2021
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 19] include licensing [examination deferral] extension order & notice of intention to construct a controlled plant. Transport Ministry Licensing Examination Deferral Extension Order 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0344/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 19 April […]
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TRANSPORT MINISTRY LICENSING EXAMINATION DEFERRAL EXTENSION ORDER 2021
Licensing (Examination Deferral) Extension Order 2021
Pembroke Council Pledges $2K For Playground
| The Pembroke Parish Council has pledged $2,000 towards rebuilding the Pig’s Field playground that was recently destroyed by a fire. A spokesperson said, “The Pembroke Parish Council announced today that it has pledged $2,000 towards rebuilding of the Pig’s Field playground that was targeted by arsonists recently. The Council has echoed the dismay of the […]
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Today Marks One Year Since MDL Lab Launched
| Today marks one year since the official launch of the Bermuda Government Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory [MDL] with MDL having processed over 210,000 test results, and noting that the “7-day, 16 hours a day operation relies on the hard work of 20 of Bermuda’s finest young people, all under 40 years of age.” A spokesperson said, […]
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Some City Services Set To Resume Tomorrow
| With the island set to move into the next phase of restrictions tomorrow [April 20], some City of Hamilton services will resume. A spokesperson said, “Following Government’s announcement that Bermuda will move to the next phase of restrictions beginning April 20th, the City of Hamilton can advise of a resumption of services across several areas. […]
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BPS ‘Continue To Address Reported Breaches’
| The police said they continue to “address reported breaches of Covid-19 regulations,” with the latest incidents occurring in Devonshire and St. George’s. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continues to address reported breaches of Covid-19 regulations. One of the latest incidents was in Devonshire, while another was in St. George’s. “Around 5:40pm Friday, April […]
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Police seeing breaches of Covid regulations
Police have again urged the public to follow guidelines and not mix households after several reported breaches over the weekend. A police spokesman said that at 5.40pm on Friday officers responded to …
New Take-Out Options At Hamilton Princess
| The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club said they have “launched a slate of exciting new take-out and delivery options to scintillate diners at home throughout the coming weeks.” This comes as the island’s regulations are set to change effective 5am tomorrow morning [April 20] with restaurants — which are currently closed — able to offer curbside […]
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Lamb Foggo Centre Returns To Normal Hours
| The Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre opened back up at noon today [April 19] and resumed normal operating hours. A spokesperson said, “Following a deep clean over the weekend, the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre opened back up at noon today and resumed normal operating hours of noon to 8pm in the week and 9am […]
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Bermuda’s ‘father of drums’ Clarence ‘Tootsie’ Bean dies
A leading Bermudian drummer who has died at age 90 was commended as a mentor as well as one of the island’s top musicians. A tribute to Clarence “Tootsie” Bean came this afternoon from Dale Butler, a …
Skyport & Somers Isle Trading Win DFNI Award
| Skyport and Somers Isle Trading Company won the 2021 DFNI Award for “Airport in the Americas with the Most Supportive Approach to Retail.” A spokesperson said, “An elevated retail experience in the new passenger terminal building of the LF Wade International Airport has won a coveted award. Skyport and Somers Isle Trading Company have won the […]
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