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Today there were 555 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for COVID-19.
Bermuda has had 181 total confirmed positive cases. Their status is as follows:
The average age of all of our confirmed positive cases is 56 and the age range of all of our positive cases is from 9 to 101 years.
The Cabinet Office announced today the appointment of Ms. Aliyyah Ahad as the Government of Bermuda representative in Brussels, Belgium. This appointment comes at the end of the tenure of The Hon. M. D. Renee Webb JP who had filled the position since 2018.
| Aiming to provide the community with a look at Bermuda’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Always popular, September’s photos attracted tens of thousands of reactions across our various social media networks, and judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, […]
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| 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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| The Cabinet Office announced today the appointment of Ms. Aliyyah Ahad as the Government of Bermuda representative in Brussels, Belgium. A spokesperson said, “This appointment comes at the end of the tenure of The Hon. M. D. Renee Webb JP who had filled the position since 2018.” Premier David Burt said: “Let me first extend […]
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| “The Government will lead stakeholders to a sustainable and empowering future for Bermudian Fishermen and the Fishing Industry, enabling them to improve their lives and better provide for their families as we grow our economy with investments in which work for Bermudians,” the Premier said today. This was stated during a press conference this afternoon […]
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Thank you.
I have invited you here today for an announcement for a project that has been underway since September 2018 and is now at the stage, where it requires public engagement. Before that, I would like to introduce you to the people who have joined me today.
Mr. Willie Ferguson is the Chairperson of the grassroots organization M.O.V.E. which stands for Mobilise, Organise, Visualise and Execute; and
MP Jamahl Simmons is here today in his capacity as the Chair of the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) Board.
Back in 2017 I was contacted by a group of fishermen who wanted to see if Government would repeal the fish pot ban. We were not able to agree on the reinstitution of fish pots, however during discussions it was revealed that the Industry appears fragmented, with some observers making comparisons with taxi industry. Where the Taxi Industry has ‘prearranged’ and ‘solicited’ fares; the fishing industry has ‘commercial’ and ‘recreational’ fishermen, and their interests are not always aligned.
Thank you, Premier.
As the Premier stated, I am the Chair of MOVE: Mobilise Organise Visualise and Execute, a grassroots organization formed in 2015 that raises issues, people, and movements that preserve, support or promotes Bermudians and our way of life.
When we were approached by Fishermen who asked us for assistance, M.O.V.E. readily accepted the request and immersed ourselves in the Industry.
The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that Lighthouse Road, Southampton & the Railway Trail will undergo paving works that will require road closure.
This road closure will take place during Wednesday, October 7th, 2020 through Friday, October 30th, 2020. Working hours will be from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, weekly Monday through Friday. The road closure will commence from Middle Road junction to Shawn Acres Lane junction and the Railway Trail from Lighthouse road to BELCO substation.
| Thursday, October 1 is expected to see long sunny periods, with a chance of overnight showers, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 30] include list of proposed planning applications, large group exemptions, and trademark applications. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised On September 30, 2020 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0879/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication Date: 30 […]
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| “We have learned from our time in Government that is why we will do better,” OBA Leader Craig Cannonier said. Mr. Cannonier said, “In 2011 I took a leap, a leap of faith after watching our island home suffer. I gladly accepted the leadership of the One Bermuda Alliance. “We needed a change. Everyone agreed that Bermuda needed […]
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| The police have named the victim of the fatal shooting as Garrina Cann. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can identify the victim in that fatal shooting incident which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, 29th September, as 31-year-old Garrina Cann. “Miss Cann succumbed to injuries sustained after being shot multiple times, […]
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| The Regulatory Authority [RA] has today released its draft public consultation document for public comment for its 2021-22 Work Plan. The Work Plan sets out the major activities that the RA intends to conduct during the upcoming fiscal year, 2021-22. The consultation document can be found under ‘Open Consultations’ on the RA’s website www.ra.bm or […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works said that “Lighthouse Road, Southampton & the Railway Trail will undergo paving works that will require road closure.” A Government spokesperson said, “This road closure will take place during Wednesday, October 7th, 2020 through Friday, October 30th, 2020. Working hours will be from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, weekly Monday […]
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| A Raleigh alumni panel discussion – where virtual attendees can “listen to young Bermudians speak about their concerns” – will be held on Friday [Oct 2] at 8.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Join us for a Raleigh alumni panel discussion. Listen to our young Bermudians speak about their concerns. “Featuring guest speakers and alumni Makeda Simmons, […]
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Thank you, Premier
Good afternoon.
As the Premier illuminated there are many benefits to having a Government sponsored Virtual Market.
Specifically, a virtual market allows:
Thank you, Erica, for the kind introduction.
Executive Director, Ms. Erica Smith, Chairman, MP Jamahl Simmons, BEDC Staff and ladies and gentlemen.
Good afternoon.
On behalf of the Bermuda Government, it is a pleasure to be with you to confirm the selection of a vendor for the Virtual Market.
The Department of Public Transportation (DPT) can confirm that the Central Bus Terminal kiosk resumed normal operations on Friday, September 25th, after being temporarily closed from 4pm Thursday, September 24th. DPT thanks the public for their patience and understanding.
| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced that the spectator’s entrance for the Dudley Eve matches scheduled for today [Sept 30] at the National Sports Centre will be the Parson’s Road Gate. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association would like to announce that the spectator’s entrance for the Dudley Eve matches scheduled for Wednesday, September […]
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| Premier David Burt along with Jamahl Simmons, the Chairman of the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation held a press conference yesterday [Sept 29] to announce the selected vendor for the Government sponsored Virtual Market. A Government spokesperson said, “This virtual market allows: Businesses to have an online presence that increases their visibility internationally Promotes economic growth […]
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| “Leaders of hospitality and global business associations in Bermuda have welcomed the announcement British Airways will switch London gateways to Bermuda from Gatwick to Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 5 starting next spring. A spokesperson said, “The agreement, announced yesterday by BA and the Ministry of Transport, followed discussions between BA and the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA], […]
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| Some of the PLP candidates are joining host Don Burgess this afternoon [Sept 30] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. This marks the third and final in a three part live video series, with Bernews having invited all three political parties to take part in a ‘group interview’. For comprehensive […]
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| Black Pony Gallery is welcoming artists Dede Brown from the Bahamas and David Bridgeman from the Cayman Islands. A spokesperson said, “Black Pony Gallery is pleased to welcome artists Dede Brown [The Bahamas] and David Bridgeman [Cayman Islands]. These artists add new energy and forms of expression to the gallery group, which has grown to […]
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| The Auditor General “must investigate the deal made with Savvy Entertainment, ” OBA candidate Douglas De Couto said. Mr. De Couto said, “There are so many questions about whether the people’s money was spent correctly that the only way of getting to the bottom of this loan is for the Auditor General to investigate. “David […]
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