Sea power plan under consideration
A range of renewable energy sources are being considered for the island’s waters as the Government plans to move forward with its blue economy strategy. Walter Roban, the Minister of Home Affairs, sai…
3pm Live Audio: Premier Statement On Covid-19
| Premier David Burt will be delivering what he said was a “special statement in the House of Assembly” at approximately 3pm today [Dec 11] to “update the Island on Bermuda’s current Covid outbreak.” This is one of three statements/press conferences today, as one was already held at 12.30pm to launch the WeHealth Bermuda app, and […]
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Video: Premier Launches WeHealth App
| Premier David Burt is holding a press conference today [Dec 11] for the official launch of the WeHealth Bermuda App. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. As a note, there are also statements/press conferences scheduled for 3pm today and 5.45pm today, and we will have […]
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Closure of eight primary schools proposed for 2022
The closure of almost half of Bermuda’s 18 primary schools was today proposed as part of a plan to change the education system. Diallo Rabain, the education minister, said the Government wanted to sla…
Burt press conference at 12.30pm
The Premier will hold a press conference at 12.30pm. David Burt will make his remarks at the AB Place media room in Global House. The Royal Gazette will provide live video coverage on this page.
People’s Pharmacy to reopen after deep clean
A pharmacy in Hamilton that closed yesterday after a staff member tested positive for the coronavirus will reopen this afternoon. The Victoria Street branch of People’s Pharmacy will reopen its doors …
Pfizer vaccine now due to arrive in Bermuda in January
The first Covid-19 vaccines are not expected to arrive in Bermuda until early next month, Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, said today. Ms Wilson told the House of Assembly this morning that Bermud…
Report: Tensions, security breaches rising at Westgate
Security breaches at Westgate remained a “grave concern” in a report about the treatment of offenders, the Minister of National Security said today. Renee Ming told the House of Assembly that there c…
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Ministry of Education – The Berkeley Institute Update
The Chief Medical Officer has advised that the Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit (ESU) of the Ministry of Health has become aware of a potential exposure at The Berkeley Institute to someone confirmed with COVID-19. The person confirmed with COVID-19 has been isolated.
Public Bus Service Suspended Until Further Notice
Public Bus Service Suspended Until Further Notice
The Department of Public Transportation (DPT) wishes to advise the public that the public bus service will be suspended pending advice from the Ministry of Health.
Minister: BLDC Audited Financial Statements
| Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch provided the Bermuda Land Development Company’s [BLDC] Audited Financial Statements and Annual Reports for the years 2012 – 2018 in the House of Assembly today [Dec 11] The Minister said, “The attached audited financial statements reveal that as of 2018, the BLDC had assets of $29.18M, Liabilities of […]
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Audio: AG In Parliament On Cannabis Licensing
| Attorney-General & Minister of Legal Affairs Kathy Lynn Simmons delivered remarks in the House of Assembly today [Dec 11] on the “Tabling Of Cannabis Licensing Act 2020.” We will update with the full statement as able, and in the meantime the audio is below. Related Stories Provide Feedback On Cannabis Regulations Meeting On The Decriminalization […]
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Audio: Health Minister On Covid-19 Vaccine
| Health Minister Kim Wilson delivered remarks in the House of Assembly today [Dec 11] on the “Covid-19 vaccine for Bermuda.” We will update with the full statement as able, and in the meantime the audio is below. As the island and world deals with the Covid-19 pandemic, we are doing our best to provide timely […]
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People’s Pharmacy Re-Opening At 2pm Today
| People’s Pharmacy will re-open at 2.00pm today [Dec 11] “following consecutive deep cleans and a needed pause,” the company said, adding that “there are no assurances with this virus; however, the public can rest assured that the People’s team takes every precaution possible to ensure your safety” and “we ask that you do the same […]
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Possible Covid-19 exposure at Berkeley Institute
A possible exposure to the coronavirus has been linked to The Berkeley Institute, the Government said today. Close contacts are being contacted by health officials and will be told to quarantine. A Mi…
Cannabis legislation law tabled in House of Assembly
Legislation to lay the framework for legal cannabis in Bermuda was this morning tabled in the House of Assembly Kathy Lynn Simmons, the Attorney-General and the Minister of Legal Affairs said the Cann…
Bowring Marsh Promotes Roos, Norman & Evans
| Bowring Marsh [Bermuda] Ltd. announced the promotions of Lindsay Roos, Laura Norman, and Kyla Evans A spokesperson said, “Bowring Marsh [Bermuda] Ltd., the international placement specialist of Marsh, announced today the promotions of three colleagues. “Lindsay Roos, HealthCare Placement Leader, has been named Managing Director for Healthcare Placement Team. She joined Bowring Marsh [Bermuda] in […]
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Ministry: ‘Potential Exposure’ At Berkeley Institute
| The Ministry of Health has “become aware of a potential exposure at The Berkeley Institute to someone confirmed with Covid-19,” and the ESU is “contacting confirmed close contacts who are being advised that they must quarantine [stay home and away from other activities] and be tested for Covid-19.” Ministry’s Statement A spokesperson said, “The Chief […]
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Charities boosted by spinners
A festive fundraising drive has been launched by a small business that focuses on giving back to the community. Streaker’s Spin Studio customers will donate vouchers to Family Centre in time for Chris…
Age Concern information session postponed
An information session for people aged 50 and over has been postponed because of the increase in coronavirus cases and uncertainty over the bus service. Age Concern planned to hold the event at the Se…
Apex Group Acquires Transfer Agency IASL
| Apex Group Ltd. announced the acquisition of transfer agency business, Investor Administration Solutions Limited [IASL]. A spokesperson said, “The acquisition of IASL, from parent company Professional Partners Administration Limited [PPAL], complements Apex’s existing advanced transfer agency platform and integrates an experienced team of transfer agency experts into its UK operation. The addition of the IASL […]
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Bus service suspended today
Bus services have been suspended today after an employee in the Department of Public Transportation tested positive for the coronavirus. A message from Roger Todd, the director of Public Transport, t…
Heritage Agency Donates $1K To Vision Bermuda
| Heritage Agency [Bermuda] Limited recently donated $1,000 to Vision Bermuda, the charity formerly known as the Bermuda Society for the Blind. A spokesperson said, “Heritage Agency [Bermuda] Limited is pleased to support Vision Bermuda through a donation of US $1,000. Vision Bermuda, formerly known as the Bermuda Society for the Blind, offers a wide range […]
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Bus Service Suspended Until Further Notice
| After a member of staff tested positive for Covid-19, the bus service will be “suspended until further notice,” the Ministry confirmed this morning [Dec 11]. In a statement sent out entitled ‘Public Bus Service Suspended Until Further Notice’ the Ministry said, “The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] wishes to advise the public that the public […]
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Curb race relations talks clear the air
White Bermudians have shared the benefits from taking part in truth and reconciliation talks on race relations. offered by the charity Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda. Lynne Winfield, the presid…
Woman Called to the Bar after a winding road to law
A Bermudian woman who took a non-traditional route to the legal profession has been Called to the Bar. Gambrill Robinson, 46, has completed her pupillage at Canterbury Law and joined the firm as an as…
Covid-19: 24 more cases recorded, total active infections 126
Another 24 coronavirus cases were logged yesterday – which pushed the number of active infections to 126. The positives were among 1,239 tests carried out on Wednesday. The grim news meant that 364 ca…
Bermudian Terron a St Kitts and Nevis calpyso sensation
A young Bermudian in the Caribbean who played among the calypso greats has won a prestigious youth award for music. Terron Webb, 15, was applauded by lawmakers in the St Kitts and Nevis House of Assem…
Challenges at start and finish, says departing Governor
Challenging times have bookended the Governor’s term in Bermuda, he admitted this week. But John Rankin said he would leave the island with memories of a strong community spirit, beautiful scenery and…
Bermuda 2nd In CEA Regional Jumping Event
| The 2020 Bermuda Team — of Mackenzie James, Tyler James and Lily Butler — placeed second in the 2020 CEA Regional Jumping Challenge. A spokesperson said, “Despite Bermuda having held the team championship for 4 consecutive year, it was Barbados who captured this year’s Team victory in the CEA Regional Jumping Challenge with a very impressive […]
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The MarketPlace “12 Days Of Christmas Deals”
| “The MarketPlace announced its 12 Days of Christmas Deals social media promotion, which the company said features “significant daily discounts on some of The MarketPlace’s most popular items for one day only, beginning Sunday 13 December.” “Each day, on the 12 days leading to Christmas, at 6.00am, Santa Clause will unveil the deal of the […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 10 2020
| December 10 saw 15,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $82,752.00 BD. 900 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 15.2% at $28.00 per share, while another 14,600 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing up 1.0% at $3.96 per share. The BSX finished at 1,889.02, […]
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Ministry of Education – West Pembroke Primary School Update 10 December 2020
Based on an updated risk assessment and in response to potential exposure to COVID19 by the Ministry of Health, the Chief Medical Officer has today directed that all West Pembroke P1 and P2 students and associated teachers be quarantined for 14 days. This means that they must stay home from school and other activities, for 14 days from 4th December 2020 until and including 18th December 2020 in response to potential exposure to COVID-19.
Two classes at a primary school to quarantine
Some pupils at West Pembroke Primary School must go into quarantine after a risk assessment of the school, it was revealed tonight. The P1 and P2 classes were ordered to isolate by the Chief Medical O…
Church halts services after coronavirus hits
A church has become the latest casualty of Covid-19 after a member of its congregation tested positive for the coronavirus. St. Mark’s Church in Smith’s will not hold its regular services for the next…
West Pembroke P1 & P2 Directed To Quarantine
| The Chief Medical Officer has “directed that all West Pembroke P1 and P2 students and associated teachers be quarantined for 14 days,” the Ministry said this evening. Public schools have already had in-class learning suspended and transitioned to remote learning, and this is the latest quarantine directive for a school, following after those for CedarBridge […]
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BEST: Covid Protocol & Shipping Updates
| BEST Shipping said they “are taking every precaution to safeguard our customers, employees and business operations” and also asked “customers to be cognizant of some of the other factors that are causing delays in container clearance and delivery to our warehouse.” A spokesperson said, “As the Coronavirus [Covid-19] situation continues to unfold we wish to ensure […]
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Polaris Holding Defers Payment Of Dividends
| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Polaris Holding Company Limited announced the deferment of their dividend. The filing stated, “At a Board of Directors meeting help on 9 December 2020, the Directors of Polaris Holdings Company Ltd., unanimously resolved to defer payment of dividends to the shareholders of record as at 18 […]
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ILS Internship Programme & Education Initiatives
| Since 2017, ILS Bermuda have partnered with the Bermuda College as part of an education initiative to provide educational and work experience opportunities for College students, expanding awareness and knowledge of the alternative reinsurance and ILS industry and aiming to further the potential of Bermuda College students entering the job market. ILS Bermuda’s newest education […]
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Parliament: Order Of Business For December 11
| The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Dec 11] and statements scheduled to be delivered include on the Covid-19 Vaccine for Bermuda, tabling of a Bill entitled Cannabis Licensing Act 2020, annual Report Legal Aid Office 2013-2019, and the Treatment of Offenders Board Report 2018 – 2019. Other statements include the Tabling of […]
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30 Minute Video: Dec 10 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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Simmons-Wade: ‘Airport Contract Is A Bad Deal’
| “Notwithstanding my personal connection to the airport terminal, the reality is that this new airport contract is a bad deal for Bermudians,” Ianthia Simmons-Wade said Ms Simmons-Wade — the widow of the late L. Frederick Wade and the PLP MP Constituency 25 — said, “Yesterday I attended the opening of the new LF Wade airport […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Dec 10 2020
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 10] include appointments, supplementary provisions to the Air Navigation Regulation, and large group exemption. Appointments Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointments Notice ID: GN1143/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 10 December 2020 The Minister of Public Works is pleased to make […]
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BF&M closes over coronavirus
Insurance company BF&M has been forced to shut after a staff member tested positive for the coronavirus, it was announced today. The office on Pitts Bay Road in Hamilton will be closed to the publ…
Unions give ultimatum over new labour legislation
Unionised workers could strike if the Government moves forward with controversial labour reforms to be debated tomorrow in the House of Assembly. Bermuda Industrial Union president Chris Furbert warn…