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| The Ministry of Public Works advised that “changes in the normal daily rush hour traffic flow will be implemented on Harbour Road to improve traffic flow around the wall repairs near Lover’s Lane.” A Government spokesperson said, “Starting Wednesday November 17th, 2021, from the hours of 7:00am to 10:00am – Harbour Road between Highwood Lane […]
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| The Ministry and Department of Education provided an update on quarantine measures for Bermuda Public Schools. Minister of Education Diallo Rabain shared, “The Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health have worked closely together to ensure that a more robust risk assessment policy is in place, and quarantine measures that strike a balance of […]
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| The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] announced that Chief Actuary, Ricardo Garcia, who also serves as Vice-Chair of the International Association of Insurance Supervisors’ [IAIS] Policy Development Committee [PDC], has been appointed to the IAIS Executive Committee [ExCo], succeeding BMA Chief Executive Officer, Craig Swan, in this role. A spokesperson said, “The IAIS is a global […]
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| The City of Hamilton announced its 2021 Christmas events, with Rockin’ Around the City Tree set to take place on Friday November 26th, and three-night Fresh Air Films in December. A spokesperson said, “With the festive season nearly upon us, the City of Hamilton is excited to announce its 2021 Christmas programming, with events that are guaranteed to […]
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| With the renewed energy and funding received from its loyal corporate and individual members, the St. George’s Foundation is now prepared to continue the restoration of various assets located within Ferry Point Park. A spokesperson said, “This initiative aligns with the St. George’s Foundation’s mission: “to support the UNESCO World Heritage Site through collaboration, education, […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [November 15] with the list indicating that there are five bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 5 runs cancelled this morning, 29 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| The BASA Winter Meet 2021 took place at the BASA Pool this weekend. Taylor White won the Women 15 & Over 50 SC Meter Backstroke clocking a time of 31.90, Bella Howes was second in 33.39, and Tayla Horan finished third touching the wall in a time of 34.55. The 11-12 Girls 100 SC Meter […]
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Good morning Bermuda.
I am joined by my colleague, the Minister of Labour, Jason Hayward, to highlight the initiatives for the Ministry of National Security as outlined in the 2021 Throne Speech.
But first let me provide you with a quick recap of the initiatives that we were working toward in last year’s Throne Speech.
The Ministry of National Security had committed to creating a Police Authority to facilitate an open and collaborative forum to support the Bermuda Police Service and the communities they serve.
Good day to members of the media and the listening public. Thank you for your attendance and for watching this Press Conference.
Following the November 5th Speech from the Throne, I would like to provide an update on last year’s initiatives and highlight how the Ministry of Labour plans to provide Bermuda’s youth with the support to train for jobs and introduce a digitised immigration application process to improve the delivery of services to our customers.
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| Hamilton Parish, Wolves, and the Dandy Town Hornets all earned wins in this weekend’s football action. Young Men Social Club 2 – Hamilton Parish 4 At the Police Field, Hamilton Parish advanced to the First Round of the FA Challenge Cup with a 4 -2 win over Young Men Social Club. Shakeem Albouy gave Hamilton […]
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| The amendments which will allow for some long-term residents to become PRC holders will be brought into force effective December 1st, 2021, Minister of Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Nov 12], the Minister said, ”I rise in this Honourable House today to announce that effective December 1st, 2021, the amendments to […]
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| Horizon Communications has announced that they have launched free WiFi in the city, with coverage currently “over sections of Front, Reid, Burnaby and Church streets.” The Horizon Communications announcement said, “We’ve just launched free WiFi in the city! Super fast, reliable and free – doesn’t get better than this! Try it today. Open your WiFi options […]
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| A 37-year-old man appeared in Magistrates Court today [Nov 15] charged with the murder of 28-year-old Morissa Moniz. Anthony Davis was not required to enter a plea as the charge must be heard in the Supreme Court. He was remanded in custody and will re-appear at the December Arraignment Session. Ms Moniz was found in […]
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| The Cannabis Licensing Act — which passed in the House of Assembly in February 2021 however failed in the Senate in March 2021 – “will be reintroduced in the House of Assembly,” the Government said. This is according to a new webpage — Gov.bm/economicrecovery-updates — the Government has released that shows the current status of all 31 […]
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| On Saturday [Nov 13], Ocean View Golf Course hosted their ‘Thanks and Giving’ Golf Tournament, a surprise fundraising benefit for Brian Morris, which raised over $10,000. A spokesperson said, “On Saturday November 13th 2021 under breezy conditions, Ocean View Golf Course hosted their Thanks and Giving Golf Tournament, a fundraising benefit for the Head Professional […]
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| One Communications has launched the ‘Welcome to the One Business District’ campaign along with the expansion of their business solution offerings. A spokesperson said, “One Communications, Bermuda’s Tier 1 business solutions provider, continues to be the leader in innovation with the expansion of solutions to help clients improve business productivity, optimize IT resources, and reduce […]
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| Minister of Labour Jason Hayward and the Minister of National Security Renee Ming will be holding a press conference at around 10.00am this morning [Nov 15]. We will have additional information later on, and in the live video below should start at around 10.00am. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 30-minute replay is […]
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| The Commonwealth Games Federation [CGF] has appointed Bermudian Arantxa King as their first Ethics Officer. A statement from the organisation said, “The Commonwealth Games Federation [CGF] is delighted to announce the appointment of its first Ethics Officer and a further four members to its Ethics Commission. “The CGF Ethics Commission is a completely independent body tasked […]
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| The BEDC will be launching ByBermuda — an online marketplace which offers local goods — on November 29th, Premier David Burt announced. In providing an update on the 31 priority initiatives in the Economic Recovery Plan, Premier David Burt said, “One of the 31 priority projects reads as follows: ‘Use BEDC resources to create an […]
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| On Thursday [Nov 18], guest speaker Danny R. M. Simmons will outline his plans to revitalise the Botanical Gardens and “restore it to its former, glorious state.” A BEST spokesperson said, “Saved in 2006 from the new hospital development, today Bermuda’s Botanical Gardens has sadly fallen into a state of neglect. Although the Bermuda Botanical […]
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| Safe Space Bermuda will be holding a Candlelight Vigil “honouring Morissa Moniz and standing in support with those impacted by domestic violence” at 6.00pm this Wednesday [Nov 17] at Victoria Park. The police previously said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now reveal the identity of the 28-year-old woman whose lifeless body was found at a […]
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| The Bermuda Government Consolidated Board of Trustees have now taken “vacant possession of our premises following a failed tenancy agreement,” MP Kim Swan said. Speaking in the House of Assembly about the Ocean View matter, Kim Swan said, “The Bermuda Government Consolidated Board of Trustees, we now have vacant possession of our premises following a […]
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| Minister of Labour Jason Hayward and the Minister of National Security Renee Ming will be holding a press conference at around 10.00am this morning [Nov 15]. We will have additional information later on, and in the live video below should start at around 10.00am. Related Stories Video: Premier Burt Holds Press Conference Live Video & […]
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| The Bermuda Netball Association’s League season got underway at the Bernard Park with a full slate of matches. Under 11 Division: Storm 16 Phoenix Sparks 0 The Storm defeated the Phoenix Sparks 16 – 0 in the season opener. Storm MVP Journee Belboda scored 14 goals, with Kaiazja Gibbons and Diya Steede adding a goal […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Boxer Tyler Christopher says he will dedicate his second professional fight to the memory of former Dandy Town footballer Jahtino Richardson-Martin. A close friend of Christopher, Richardson-Martin recently died in a road collision on North Shore Road. Christopher, who returns to the ring on November 27 in a four-round welterweight bout […]
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| Olympic gold medalist Flora Duffy was interviewed on the Sigma Sports Podcast, discussing her Olympic victory and more. The Sigma Sports Podcast site said, “Matt Stephens learns how quickly Flora Duffy’s life changed when she crossed the finish line of the Women’s Triathlon in first place at the Tokyo Olympics. The eerie quiet of a […]
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| The police have now confirmed the death of 28-year-old Morissa Moniz, and said the investigation remains ongoing. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now reveal the identity of the 28-year-old woman whose lifeless body was found at a Smith’s Parish residence in the early morning hours of Thursday 11th November, 2021, as […]
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| The Bermuda National Athletics Association’s 2021 National Cross Country Series continued at the Arboretum. Jaeda Grant won the 12-13 Girls 2 Mile Run race with a time of 12:55.40, S’Nya Cumbermack was second in 13:43.10, and Freja Dzurus finished 3rd stopping the clock in a time of 16:11.30 J’Auza James won the Under 17 Men’s […]
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| The police have confirmed that a male motorcyclist has died following a collision in Southampton this evening [Nov 14], marking the 16th road fatality of the year. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 6:00 p.m. today, Sunday 14th November, 2021, police and other first responders attended a serious single vehicle road traffic collision at the junction of […]
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| LeiLanni Nesbeth and her No. 1 ranked Florida State teammates defeated South Alabama 3 – 0 at the Seminole Soccer Complex. Florida State took the lead in the 24th minute, Jaelin Howell received a pass from Nesbeth and drove into the box, the ball eventually fell to Jody Brown who’s shot was deflected into the […]
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| Hamilton Parish MPs Derrick Burgess and Wayne Furbert held a constituency clinic on Saturday. Mr Furbert told Bernews, “We try to provide a clinic once a quarter to continue to reach out to our people. Most people in Hamilton Parish know Derrick and I as great canvassers. Sometimes we want to relax and let them […]
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| The Bermuda cricket team recorded another victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Regional Qualifiers in Antigua, defeating Argentina by three wickets. Argentina scored 130/5 in their allotted 20 overs, Martin Siri was the top scorer with 28, Allan Douglas II was the pick of the Bermuda bowlers with figures of 4-0-28-3. Bermuda […]
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| The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] announced the appointment of Lynesha Lightbourne as Assistant Director of Public Policy and Government Relations. A spokesperson said, “Ms Lightbourne arrives with 18 years of business development, financial services, and high net worth client service experience, and joins ABIR from the Bermuda Business Development Agency (BDA), where […]
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| Representatives of the British Overseas Territories – including Bermuda — laid a wreath today [Nov 14] at the Remembrance Day Service in the United Kingdom. The Bermuda London Office tweeted the video below, saying: “It was an honour to lay a wreath on behalf the Government and people of Bermuda at Remembrance Day Service today […]
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