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Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to inform this Honourable House that the Ministry of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform, through the Department for National Drug Control, has completed the fourth administration of the Survey of Pregnant Women. This survey, an update of the 2015 survey, serves the purpose of monitoring the prevalence of the use of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana and now also vaping amongst pregnant women. The rationale for the survey is that alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana use in pregnancy increases the risk of negative pregnancy outcomes.
Mr. Speaker, I rise this morning to provide this Honourable House with a brief on an innovative training seminar, conducted recently by the Department of Public Prosecutions (DPP), for government departments’ enforcement officers. This demonstrates a systemic and collaborative approach, especially in these austere times when creativity and the best use of all available resources are vital.
Mr. Speaker,
This morning I rise before this Honourable House to table the Annual Report of the Bermuda College for the year 2019-2020, as required under Section 8 (2) of the Bermuda College Act 1974.
Mr. Speaker,
Mr. Speaker, today I rise to provide an overview of the Annual Report of the Registry General for the year ended December 31st, 2019 which was tabled on the 6th November 2020.
Mr. Speaker,
Today I would like to provide this Honourable House with details emanating from the recently held General Election. On October 01st 2020, the people of Bermuda went to the polls to exercise their democratic right to vote; a vote that led to an emphatic victory for the Government.
Mr Speaker, you will recall that earlier this year, this Honurable House approved a raft of changes to the Parliamentary Election Act 1978. The most significant changes were enacted to:
| Saturday, November 14 is expected to see sunny periods with a few afternoon showers, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 80%. Sunrise will be at 6.48am and […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Nov 13] with the list indicating that there are five bus runs cancelled so far today. Update: 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 total […]
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| “The challenge of rising demand and changing demographics faced by our health system requires transformative reform,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said in the House of Assembly today [Nov 13]. The Minister said, “I rise to give this statement today to update this Honourable House and the public on the Government’s intentions with respect to […]
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| The Commission of Inquiry into Historic Losses of Land in Bermuda will reconvene its hearings at 10.00am on Wednesday, November 18th. A spokesperson said, “The Commission of Inquiry into Historic Losses of Land in Bermuda will reconvene its hearings at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, 18th November 2020 in the Dining Hall at the Warwick Camp, […]
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| Following a short period of overseas leave, Police Commissioner Stephen Corbishley has tested positive for Covid-19 so he is now isolated at home, in regular contact via electronic means with his management team, and is “in good spirits and looks forward to returning to work.” A statement sent by the police said, “The Bermuda Police […]
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| “Bermuda has responded well to the immediate challenges of Covid-19″ and “we must now focus our efforts on rebuilding our economy” as the implications for Bermuda’s finances “are extremely serious,” Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Nov 13], the Minister said, “I rise this morning to provide this […]
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| Ten graduates of Endeavour Community Sailing recently competed in the 2020 Bermuda Optimist Open Championship, while three graduates competed in the Bermuda Optimist National Championship. A spokesperson said, “Ten youth sailors were among the green fleet during the 2020 Bermuda Optimist Open Championship presented by PwC. The Bermuda Optimist Open Championship green fleet provides an […]
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| Alternative Energy Systems [AES] were the successful bidder for the roof top solar PV system, with a price of $2,880,599 for all four buildings; the General Post Office, Government Administration, Public Transportation and TCD, Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said. Speaking the House of Assembly today [Nov 13], the Minister said, “The Government’s Capital Expenditure Plan Technical […]
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| The financial strength of Bermuda-based Coralisle Group Ltd. has been recognised by AM Best Rating Services, the independent global credit rating agency. A spokesperson said, “The financial strength of Bermuda-based Coralisle Group Ltd. [CG or the Group] has been recognised by AM Best Rating Services, the independent global credit rating agency. “Best affirmed CG’s Financial […]
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| The 2020 General Election cost $692,698 and a total of 25,760 persons voted, with 4,411 people [17%] voting in the advanced polls, Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Nov 13], Minister Furbert said, ”Today I would like to provide this Honourable House with details emanating from the […]
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| “The Department of Workforce Development has developed and will sponsor several training programmes which will benefit displaced workers,” Minister of Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Nov 13], the Minister said, “You are aware that there has been considerable job loss since the onset of the pandemic. Consequently, many Bermudians […]
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| Bermudian footballer Leilanni Nesbeth and her second-ranked Florida State soccer teammates continue to play in the 2020 ACC Tournament on Friday, November 13th at 6:40 pm Bermuda time against fourth-seed and No. 6 Duke. Florida State entered the 2020 ACC Tournament as the No. 1 seed after finishing the regular season without a loss or […]
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| The record setting 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season continues, with Tropical Depression 31 forming in the Atlantic. The system is “not a threat to Bermuda,” the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours having passed. It is forecast to become a hurricane, and if it does it will […]
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| There were 905 test results received yesterday and two were positive for Covid-19 — which “are classified as imported” — so Bermuda now has a total of 24 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 905 test results received by the Ministry of Health yesterday [12 November 2020], and two were positive for COVID-19. […]
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There were 905 test results received by the Ministry of Health yesterday (12 November 2020), and two were positive for COVID-19.
These most recent cases are classified as imported with details as follows:
| 1609 Design is getting set to officially open its second location on Reid Street tomorrow [Nov 14]. A spokesperson said, “1609 Design is launching a second location as we expand our product line, which will surprise and bring joy to the local shopper. “With memories of Christmas shopping at Trimingham’s, we want to carry that […]
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| The Inter Agency Committee for Children and Families [IAC] has released the Compassionate Care Research Report. A spokesperson said, “The Inter Agency Committee for Children and Families [IAC]’s has released a research report exploring how social sector service providers and helping institutions understand and value Compassionate Care, and the barriers, challenges and successes they face […]
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| The Government has been working “to design and implement a vertical farming facility in Bermuda” and will also be working “to build a Shoreside Fishing Facility,” Minister Wayne Furbert said. Vertical Farming Speaking at yesterday’s [Nov 12] press conference, Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert said, “This Government’s aim is to boost local food […]
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| W.O.M.B [Women Who Own And Manage Businesses] is inviting the public to nominate female owned and/or operated businesses for the 4th annual Female Entrepreneurship Awards. A spokesperson said, “In conjunction, W.O.M.B Bermuda, and Bermuda Economic Development Corporation, the public is invited to nominate female owned and/or operated businesses for the 4th Annual Female Entrepreneurship Awards. […]
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| Appleby has received top rankings in the 2021 Legal 500 Caribbean Guide, with 23 lawyers recognised, 17 specifically ranked in the ‘Leading Individuals’, ‘Next Generation Partners’, and ‘Rising Stars’ combined categories. A spokesperson said, “Leading offshore law firm Appleby has received top rankings in the 2021 Legal 500 Caribbean Guide. Legal 500, one of the […]
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| Firearm and ammunition seized and two suspects arrested, Sail Away Soca raises over $2,000 for charity, British Vogue features jeweller Melanie Eddy, BNV interview with Minister Lawrence Scott, ‘marine life don’t need PPE plastic pollution’, ‘Taking Off’ highlights e-gates in arrivals, $11 million in redundancy payment loans and five new confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda are […]
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| Conyers has received top-tier rankings from the Legal 500, with the firm maintaining several rankings in Corporate & Commercial and Banking, Finance and Capital Markets, Dispute Resolution, Insurance/Reinsurance, and Trusts/Private Client. A spokesperson said, “Conyers has once again been recommended as top-tier in Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands and the Cayman Islands in the latest […]
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| Throughout November, the Jehovah’s Witnesses will be distributing a special issue of The Watchtower Magazine entitled “What Is God’s Kingdom?” to local residents, businesses, and government officials. A spokesperson explained that the “campaign will proceed using methods in accordance with local health protocols. This may include distributing the magazine and making visits via electronic means.” […]
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