COVID-19 Daily Release 26 February 2021

 

Good day.

The Ministry of Health received 443 test results since the last update, and two were positive for COVID-19. The first new case is one resident who arrived on AA 308 from Miami on 20 February 2021 and tested positive on their day four test. The second new case is classified as local transmission with known contact as they are associated with a known case.

Additionally, since the last update, there were no recoveries.

There are currently 13 active cases, of which;

· 12 are under public health monitoring and;

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Garden Club Of Bermuda Donates $5K To KBB

Members of the Garden Club of Bermuda made a donation of $5,000 to Keep Bermuda Beautiful this week. Garden Club President, Jan Macdonald and Garden Club Representative to the Keep Bermuda Beautiful Board, Susan Black presented the nonprofit organisation with a cheque for $5000 to sponsor cleanup kits. These kits, which include litter grabbers, are […]

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Feb 26 2021

The official Government and Legal notices for today [DATE] include acting appointments, contracts valued at $50,000 or more, and Bthe ermuda Bar Council alphabetical listing of barristers & attorneys. Acting Appointment: Director, Department Of Planning Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0192/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Cabinet Headquarters Publication Date: […]

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Covid-19: 443 Test Results Received, 2 Positive

The Ministry received 443 test results and two were positive for Covid-19 — one imported and one local transmission with known contact — and the Ministry also advised “that there were a few social gatherings last weekend where there may have been a Covid-19 exposure.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 443 […]

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McKeisha Smith Elected BEF President

The Bermuda Equestrian Federation held a Virtual Annual General Meeting, with McKeisha Smith elected President of the Bermuda Equestrian Federation. Retiring President Ian Truran was thanked for his tremendous dedication, service, and commitment to the organisation and to Bermuda’s equestrian community, a dedication that spanned in excess of 18 years, the latter 6 years of […]

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Ministry: 45 Bus Runs Cancelled On Friday

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [February 26] with the list indicating that there are four bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 4 runs cancelled this morning, 41 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

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Age Concern Launches Vaccination Hotline

Starting Monday [March 1], Age Concern will be offering a Covid-19 vaccination hotline for people aged 50 or over. A spokesperson said, “Beginning Monday, March 1st, members of the public, aged 50+ will have the option of calling Age Concern’s Vaccination Hotline to receive information on the Covid-19 vaccine, register for their vaccination appointment and receive […]

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Charts Only: 2021-2022 Bermuda Budget

For those seeking a quick visual view of the 2021 Budget delivered in the House of Assembly by Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson this morning [Feb 26], the charts extracted from the Budget are below. For comparison’s sake, charts from the 2020 Budget are here, 2019 Budget are here, 2018 Budget are here, 2017 Budget are here, the 2016 […]

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STEP Bermuda Talk To Be Held On March 1

The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners [STEP] will be holding a presentation on Monday [March 1] on “changes to UK taxation of Bermuda trusts.” A spokesperson said, “Charlotte Kynaston [Barrister, Macfarlanes’ London office] is presently on secondment with Conyers in Bermuda. “Charlotte will be presenting a STEP Bermuda Talk on ‘Changes to UK taxation […]

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Full Document: 2021/2022 Budget Speech

This morning [Feb 26], Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson delivered the 2021 Budget in the House of Assembly, which details Government’s financial plans for the upcoming fiscal year. The full Budget Speech is below [PDF here]: Related Stories Opposition Leader On Pre-Budget Report Live Updates & Video: Minister Delivers Budget Parliament: Order Of Business For […]

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Live Updates & Video: Minister Delivers Budget

[Updating] Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson is set to deliver the 2021 Budget in the House of Assembly this morning [Feb 26], which will set out the Government’s financial plans for the upcoming fiscal year. The live video will start when the budget starts: We will be covering the Budget all day, providing live updates […]

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Photos: US Military Aircraft Visits Island

A United States Air Force [USAF] C-130 was recently spotted at the LF Wade International Airport, with the American military aircraft making a quick visit to the Island.To view our past coverage of military aircraft, click here. Related Stories Photos & Video: US Military Aircraft Visits Island Photos: Military Plane Tire Ruptures On Landing Photos/Video: […]

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Budget Does Not Ask For 10% Pay Reduction

“We are most proud to recognize the sacrifice of public sector workers by presenting a budget that does not ask them for an additional year of the 10% pay reduction,” the Premier said. Last night, Premier David Burt tweeted, “Looking forward to tomorrow’s budget statement where Bermuda’s Min. of Finance will present the 2021 Budget. […]

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Football: Jannis Roberts Scores In IMG U15 Win

Jannis Roberts, Michael Outerbridge, and their IMG Under 15 Premier Boys teammates defeated South Florida 3 – 0. IMG got single strikes from Tison Hall, Kaplan Walsh, and Roberts in the win. Chase Ballentine, Javier Carbajal, and Noah Zukosky all recorded an assist, while Tristian D’Adamo, and Andrew Thompson combined for the shutout. Related Stories […]

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DeRosa Finishes 3rd In SWAC Championships

Tiara DeRosa concluded competing in the 2021 Southwestern Athletic Conference [SWAC] Women’s Indoor Track and Field Championships inside the Birmingham Crossplex in Alabama. DeRosa, representing Mississippi Valley State, competed in the women’s weight throw where she won the bronze medal finishing 3rd with a top toss of 15.88m or 52 feet, 1.25 inches. Related Stories […]

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Bermuda Festival Celebrates Black Performers

In celebration of Black History Month, the Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts is inviting people to “take a walk down memory lane to celebrate and remember a few of the phenomenal black performers that have graced their stage in recent years.” A spokesperson said, “Black History Month began as a way of remembering important […]

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Ministry: 4 Bus Runs Cancelled On Friday

The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [February 26] with the list indicating that there are four bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Tuesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Wednesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: […]

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AM Best: London & Bermuda Attract Capital

Expectations of a broad hardening in market conditions, as well as the desire to bolster balance sheets in the face of uncertainty around Covid-19-related losses, underpinned much of the capital raising activity seen in 2020, according to a new AM Best report. “A new Best’s Special Report, “London and Bermuda Attract Capital as Insurance Market […]

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PartnerRe Reports Q4 & Full Year 2020 Results

Bermuda-based PartnerRe Ltd. reported net income available to common shareholder of $204 million for the fourth quarter of 2020 and net income available to common shareholder was $206 million for the full year 2020. The company said, “PartnerRe Ltd. today reported net income available to common shareholder of $204 million for the fourth quarter of […]

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Minister Ming Statement Regarding Recent Stabbing

The Minister of National Security Renee Ming condemned yesterday afternoon’s violent knife attack which seriously injured a 16-year-old boy.

Minister Ming advised that she has been briefed by the Police about the incident that took place in the City of Hamilton, and understands that two suspects are in custody.

The victim continues to be treated for his injuries, and the Minister extended her thoughts to the young teen’s family.

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COVID-19 Daily Release 25 February 2021

Good day.

The Ministry of Health received 404 test results since the last update, and two were positive for COVID-19. Both new cases are classified as local transmission with known contact as they are associated with known cases.

Additionally, since the last update, there were no recoveries.

There are currently 11 active cases, of which;

·  Ten are under public health monitoring and;

·   One is in the hospital, with none in critical care.

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Minister Urges Anyone With Info To Contact BPS

Minister of National Security Renee Ming “condemned yesterday afternoon’s violent knife attack which seriously injured a 16-year-old boy.” A Government spokesperson said, “Minister Ming advised that she has been briefed by the Police about the incident that took place in the City of Hamilton, and understands that two suspects are in custody. The victim continues to […]

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Footballers To Attend Camp & Play vs Canada

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced that the Senior Men’s National Team will be attending a training camp at the IMG Academy Complex next month in advance of their match against Canada on Thursday, March 25th, 2021. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association would like to announce that the Senior Men’s National Team [SMNT] will […]

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Parliament: Order Of Business For February 26th

[Updated] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Feb 26] and statement scheduled to be delivered include the “Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure for 2021/2022” – as in the Budget Statement, which will be delivered by Finance Minister Curtis Dickinson. Update 7.41pm: Premier David Burt tweeted, “Looking forward to tomorrow’s budget statement […]

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