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| December 10 saw 30,805 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $443,269.00 BD. 15,600 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing even at $6.00 per share, while the other 15,205 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $23.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,648.34, even on the […]
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| Somers Garden in St. George’s has been transformed into an impressive Christmas Wonderland, with an array of lights and decorations turning the east end location into a truly festive area. You can view a live stream below, we will have a photo gallery later on and to view more Christmas decorations from this year and past years click […]
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| As of Tuesday December 14th, local residents travelling abroad for 72 hours or less can use their pre-departure Covid test as an arrival test. Speaking at last night’s [Dec 9] test results, Minister Wilson said, “As of December 14th, anyone travelling abroad for 72 hours or less can use their pre-departure test obtained in Bermuda, […]
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| Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Dec 10] Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson provided an overview of his recent travels to London and Brussels, as well as his work last week in New York. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker, I rise today to inform this Honourable House of recent travels to London and […]
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| On Thursday [Dec 9], on a Zoom gathering of 51 students, teachers, family members, sponsors, judges and Minister of Education Diallo Rabain, the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] revealed the 27 finalists of the third year of the Dr. Reg Grundy Annual Youth Photography Competition: Your Eyes on Bermuda. One of the winning entries: Alisa […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 10] include large group exemptions, appointments and notice of intended marriages. Large Group Exemption For The Wake For Mrs. Patricia Ruby Correia Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN1350/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 10 December 2021 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency […]
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| Saturday, December 11 is expected to see mostly sunny skies, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 65%. Sunrise will be at 7.10am and sunset will be at […]
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Mr Speaker,
This morning I rise to share with my Honourable colleagues and the community at large the work that will be undertaken for the establishment of a History & Legacy Committee.
Mr Speaker,
Mr. Speaker, Honourable Members will recall that on November 12th, I gave a Ministerial Statement on the 2021/22 Half-Year Performance. I also committed to report to this Honourable House on the updated 2021/22 Revised Estimates of revenues and expenditure, resulting from a detailed 2021/22 Mid-Year performance assessment. Further, I undertook to provide an update on the continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Government’s revenues and expenditures for fiscal 2021/22.
Mr Speaker, I rise today to inform this Honourable House of recent travels to London and Brussels, along with the Acting Financial Secretary, as part of the Ministry of Finance’s ongoing program of engagement and advocacy with key stakeholders and trading partners. I will also provide an update on my work last week in New York, as I again provided support to the Bermuda Business Development Agency, in their promotion of Bermuda as a centre of excellence in climate risk finance.
Mr. Speaker, progress in any society can be achieved in several ways. The history of many nations and peoples has shown that the past, no matter how painful or controversial, must be openly and fearlessly addressed. There is no requirement for people to agree a common history as shared experiences are often differently perceived and recalled. However, too much of history has been whispered or unrecorded.
Mr. Speaker,
Introduction
I rise before this Honourable House to provide you with an update on the Process Improvements made within the Department of Immigration under Immigration Reform. I will speak on:
Mr. Speaker,
Process Improvements
| Polaris Holding Company has advised they will have a ”half-day closure of the group of companies” today. A spokesperson said, “Polaris Holding Company Ltd has issued a public advisory of a half-day closure of the group of companies. The Hamilton Docks, East End Asphalt Company and administrative offices for both entities will all close at 11 […]
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| [Opinion column written by Junior Minister of Transport Senator Curtis Richardson] In 2022, Bermuda will begin to transition our bus fleet from the current fleet of diesel engines to a new fleet of reliable, environmentally efficient and cost effective electric buses. We have engaged the Bermuda Industrial Union throughout this transition and we are pleased […]
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| Today the OBA tabled the ‘Equality Act 2021′ in Parliament, which they said will “help to promote equality for all Bermudians, particularly in the workplace and on Government Boards and Committees” and also “see the creation of a new Equality Council at the Human Rights Commission.” The Opposition does not often table Bills, and this marks […]
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| The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] advised of a change in bus route 8 this weekend, December 10, 11 and 12, “due to road widening on Middle Road, Warwick east of Burnt House Hill.” A Government spokesperson said, “All route 8 buses travelling west will detour left onto Cobb’s Hill Road, turn right onto South […]
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| A presentation highlighting the significance of Human Rights Day is being held this afternoon [Dec 10], which is a collaboration of the Human Rights Commission and various community organizations. According to the UN website, “Human Rights Day is observed every year on 10 December — the day the United Nations General Assembly adopted, in 1948, […]
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| Heather Whalen, Alberta Dyer-Tucker, Adrian Lodge, Taneesha Ottley, Dr. Theodore Francis, Randy Scott, Dr. Quito Swan, and Rhonda Woods-Smith will be appointed to the History and Legacy Committee Working Group, Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Dec 10] the Minister provided an update on the “work that will […]
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| The 30 electric buses were purchased from Golden Dragon Bus Company in China and each bus cost $114,200, Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott said, adding that they are scheduled to go into service in April 2022. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Dec 10] the Minister said, “The Company recently completed the pre-delivery inspections and […]
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| The full Report of the Commission of Inquiry [COI] into Historic Land Losses has been released — the 500+ page document can be read online here — and Premier David Burt provided an overview of the matter in the the House of Assembly today [Dec 10]. The Premier said the COI “received a total of […]
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| Today [Dec 10], Minister of Social Development and Seniors, and the Minister responsible for the Human Rights Commission, Tinee Furbert recognized Human Rights Day 2021, which is observed annually December 10th. The Minister stated, “In 1948, some seventy-three years ago on this day, the United Nations General Assembly, for the first time, adopted the Universal […]
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| Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited advised Caribbean Investment Holdings Limited [CIHL] with regard to the Bermuda aspects of its delisting from the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange [LSE] and its simultaneous change in Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] listing status from secondary to primary. The upgrade in BSX listing status of the Ordinary Shares of […]
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| Monument Re is donating $35,000 to five local schools to with the cost of Covid-19 lateral flow testing kits. A spokesperson said, “Monument Re announced today that the Company is donating $35,000 to five local schools to assist parents with the cost of Covid-19 lateral flow testing kits. The donation represents contributions from the Company […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] provided information for additional schedule updates for Premier Division matches to be held later this month. A spokesperson said, “Please see further schedule updates below: “The kick-off time for the Premier Division match scheduled for Monday, December 27th between S Eagles / SCC is 3:00pm. “The kick-off time for the […]
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| This weekend presents the last chance to participate in Bermuda Red Cross’ Split the Pot fundraiser and to sign up for their annual Jingle Run 5K Run/Walk. A spokesperson said, “Everyone is trying to find ways to make ends meet. Non-profits are no different. Donations are down, grants are harder to get, fundraising events are being […]
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| A total of 103 competitors have signed up for the Bermuda National Athletics Association’s Mile Reloaded set to take place at the Flora Duffy Stadium this evening [Dec 10] as the BNAA looks to crown the fastest miler in each age group. The full 2021 Bermuda National Athletics Association’s Mile Reloaded entry list follows below [PDF […]
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| Bermuda Bicycle Association President Peter Dunne has been elected the President of the Bermuda Olympic Association following their Annual General Meeting. Dunne who was the second Vice President faced off against the first Vice President Brenda Dale in a run off for the leadership position vacated by Judy Simons who was not seeking re-election. Related […]
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| The Bermuda Basketball Association’s Island Basketball League continued inside the CedarBridge Academy Gymnasium, with the Black Mambas defeating the Franchise 57 – 44. Kevin Stephens led the Black Mambas with 14 points, while Jahmair Trott, and Jonathan Purcell both had 9 rebounds each. Gikai Clarke led the Franchise with 14 points, he and Sheldon Bahadosingh […]
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