Ministerial Statement: Introduction of a Drug Formulary for Bermuda
Mr Speaker and Honourable Members,
I am pleased to highlight for this Honourable House and the public that today the Government will be tabling amendments to the Bermuda Health Council Act 2004 to bring about important and overdue changes to the high cost of medications faced by many Bermudians.
Official Govt & Legal Notices For Feb 19 2021
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 19] include trademark application and cancellation of registration. Diamond Marine Insurance Company Limited Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Cancellation of Registration Notice ID: GN0170/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication date: 19 February 2021 Order Insurance Act 1978 Cancellation Of Registration Under […]
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OBA On Economic Investment Certificate
| “By making residence purchasable like a cell phone or a car, we cheapen membership in our tight-knit community,” OBA MP Jarion Richardson said. His comments follow after Minister of Labour Jason Hayward announced plans for an Economic Investment Certificate, which “will require people who are granted the right to live in Bermuda to first make an economic investment […]
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Butterfield & Vallis Donate To Vaccination Centre
| Butterfield & Vallis recently donated Nature Valley bars and Highland Spring water to the Bermuda College Vaccination Centre as a “thank you to the hard working men and women who are working long hours administering the Covid-19 vaccines.” Dr Brett Lefkowitz, Mrs. Kate Cabral [Butterfield & Vallis Food Service Sales Manager] and Dr. Sylvanus Nawab […]
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Cannabis legalisation up for House debate
MPs this afternoon started a major debate on legislation to legalise cannabis and create a regulated business framework for the drug. Kathy Lynn Lightbourne-Simmons, the Attorney General, kicked off t…
Weather Forecast For Saturday February 20
| Saturday, February 20 is expected to see early sunny periods, afternoon showers, and then rainy periods, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be at […]
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Ministry: 36 Bus Runs Cancelled On Friday
| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [February 19] with the list indicating that there are three bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 3 runs cancelled this morning, 33 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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Charities receive cash boost from City of Hamilton
Two charities received a boost today through donations from the City of Hamilton. A spokeswoman said the quango’s social committee donated $3,000 to Focus Counselling Services and $2,000 to Teen Have…
Minister Burch On WEDCO Annual 2019 Report
| The financial report highlights for 2019 show WEDCO assets of $141,118,706 and liabilities of $72,425,925.00, total revenues of $20,609,240 and expenses at $19,127,731 and the result was an annual surplus of $1,481,509, Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said in the House of Assembly today [Feb 19]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. […]
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City Of Hamilton Donates To Two Local Charities
| The City of Hamilton’s Social Committee presented two cheques to assist charities today, with $3,000 going to Focus Counselling Services and $2,000 to Teen Haven. A spokesperson said, “Every year the City’s Social Committee makes a donation to charities located within the City from funds collected through the sale of raffle tickets at the City’s […]
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Ministerial Statement: West End Development Corporation Annual Report 2019
Thank you Mr. Speaker.
Mr. Speaker, I lay before this Honourable House the West End Development Corporations annual report for year 2019.
Ministerial Statement: West End Development Corporation Annual Report 2019
Thank you Mr. Speaker.
Mr. Speaker, I lay before this Honourable House the West End Development Corporations annual report for year 2019.
Ministerial Statement: West End Development Corporation Annual Report 2019
Thank you Mr. Speaker.
Mr. Speaker, I lay before this Honourable House the West End Development Corporations annual report for year 2019.
Ministerial Statement: Bermuda Housing Trust Audited Financials for the Year 2020
Mr. Speaker, I lay before this Honourable House the Bermuda Housing Trust (“the BHT”) Audited Financial Statements for the fiscal year ending 2020 – which indicate that the Trust remains in a strong financial position.
Ministerial Statement: A Proposal to Introduce Parish Primary Schools – Consultation Update
Mr Speaker,
This morning, I rise to provide my Honourable colleagues with an update on the Ministry of Education’s consultation process for the proposal to introduce parish primary schools. There have been comments in the public domain recently that have not represented our proposed Education Reform’s true nature. I hope to clarify what has been happening with this statement.
Mr Speaker,
Bridgewater, Ferguson And Hodgson Inducted
| Three new Honorary Fellows – one posthumously – were inducted into the Company of Honorary Fellows of Bermuda College yesterday evening [Feb 18]. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Craig Bridgewater, Dr. Janet Ferguson, and the family of the late Dr. Eva Hodgson, received distinctive stoles and their certificates from the Chair of the Company of Honorary […]
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Minister On Parish Primary Schools Proposal
| The proposal is to reduce the number of primary schools from 18 to 10 with a maximum class size of 15 students, and a decision has not been made yet and consultation is still underway, Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said in the House of Assembly today [Feb 19] The Minister was providing an update on the Ministry […]
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Win An iPad In Ocean View Student Logo Contest
| Are you a high school student with graphic design skills? If so the Ocean View Golf & Country Club is hosting a logo rebranding competition which is open to high school students, with the winner set to receive an iPad, a junior membership for one year at Ocean View and two complimentary golf lessons. The […]
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Live Audio & Updates: MPs Debate Cannabis Bill
| [Updating] Members of Parliament are debating the Cannabis Licensing Act today [Feb 19] in the House of Assembly and you can tune in and listen live below. Speaking at this week’s press briefing, Premier Burt said, “This legislation is in keeping with the Government’s election platform pledge to develop a regulated domestic cannabis industry in […]
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Bermuda College names three honorary fellows
Three people were inducted into the Company of Honorary Fellows of Bermuda College last night. Craig Bridgewater, Janet Ferguson and the family of the late Eva Hodgson, received distinctive stoles – o…
Acting U.S. Consul Visits NASA Tracking Station
| Acting U.S. Consul General Alan Purcell visited the NASA Tracking Station in Bermuda in advance of Saturday’s [Feb 20] scheduled rocket launch from the NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia. This will be Northrop Grumman’s 15th commercial resupply services mission to deliver NASA science investigations, supplies and equipment to the International Space Station. The US […]
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Housing Trust Audited Financial Statements
| Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch provided the Bermuda Housing Trust [BHT] Audited Financial Statements for the fiscal year ending 2020 in the House of Assembly today [Feb 19], saying that they ”indicate that the Trust remains in a strong financial position.” The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I lay before this Honourable House the […]
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$2.5m investment to qualify for long-term residency
Non-Bermudians will be able to become long-term residents if they invest a minimum of $2.5 million in Bermuda, the Labour Minister announced this morning. Jason Hayward unveiled the new economic inves…
Maximum prices to be set for commonly used drugs
Maximum prices will be set for commonly used drugs under new legislation tabled in the House of Assembly this morning. Tabling amendments to the Bermuda Health Council Amendment Act, health minister K…
Bermuda to take part in Pechakucha International
Three people from Bermuda will take part in a 24-hour global event to deliver presentations on their passions. Cushi Ming, Sara Westhead and Ashley Aitken will represent the island in the Internationa…
$2.5 Million Economic Investment Certificate
| “An Economic Investment Certificate will require people who are granted the right to live in Bermuda to first make an economic investment of $2.5M or more in the island,” Minister of Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Feb 19] the Minister said, “The Economic Investment Certificate and Residential Certificate policy […]
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PechaKucha Presenters: Ming, Westhead, Aitken
| PechaKucha Bermuda is hosting their 30th edition at 6.00pm tomorrow [Feb 20] with Cushi Ming, Sara Westhead, and Ashley Aitken to represent the island during the online International PechaKucha Day 2021. A spokesperson said, “PechaKucha Bermuda is hosting its 30th edition on Saturday, February 20, 2021, with short, dynamic, powerful presentations starting at 6:00 PM. […]
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Live Audio & Parliament Order Of Business
| [Updated with live audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Feb 19] and MPs are scheduled to debate the cannabis legislation, and statements scheduled to be delivered include the Introduction of a Drug Formulary for Bermuda, the Economic Investment Certificate, the West End Development Corporation Annual Report 2019, the Bermuda Housing […]
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Video: Madelyn Moore Wins 50 Free Race
| Bermuda’s Madelyn Moore recently won the 50 free in a time of 22.53 at the 2021 Western Athletic Conference Women’s Swimming and Diving Championship. The UNCBears Swim & Dive team’s Twitter account took note of the victory, posting a tweet saying, “You cannot catch Madelyn Moore! That’s a win in the 50 free with a […]
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Report: Arsenal Interested In Ajani Burchall
| The Scottish Sun are reporting that Arsenal are interested in Bermudian footballer Ajani Burchall, who recently made his pro debut at only 16-years-old. The Scottish Sun website reported, “Arsenal are keen on Bournemouth’s whizkid contract rebel Ajani Burchall. Burchall, 16, became the Cherries’ third-youngest-ever player when making his debut as a late sub in December’s 5-0 win […]
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MS Society To Host Swimathon On March 6
| The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Bermuda will be hosting their annual swimathon on Saturday, March 6th at the Aquatics Centre from 10am to 2pm. A spokesperson said, “We hope to be joined by other interested swimmers. If you wish to sponsor one of our MS swimmers please contact us at info@mssociety.bm for further information.” Related […]
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‘Tremendous opportunity’ for Bermuda to reduce fossil fuel reliance – Governor
Bermuda has “tremendous opportunities” to take action on climate change, the Governor has said. Rena Lalgie added that younger generations will look for answers from their elders about what was done t…
Corridor of power serves as stark reminder of the past
Rena Lalgie made history two months ago when she became Bermuda’s first female and first Black Governor. This week, she sat down with The Royal Gazette to share some of her initial impressions on …
PLP allows backbenchers a free vote as OBA opposes bill
Government backbenchers will be allowed a conscience vote on introducing the island’s first legal cannabis regime. And the Opposition One Bermuda Alliance signalled ahead of the debate in the House of…
Family welfare groups raise doubts about cannabis laws
Child and family welfare campaigners raised concerns yesterday about cannabis laws that are to be debated in the House of Assembly today. They feared that giving the green light to growing and selling…
Man was shot at in retaliation for going to police, court told
A man told the Supreme Court he believed he was the target of a shooting because he had made a police statement about a gang leader in the wake of his son’s murder. Richard Steede said he recognised t…
Kenny Leseur T5th At Elite Series Tournament
| Golfer Kenny Leseur was back in action competing at the Bishops Gate Golf and Lakeside Community Golf Course taking part in the IJGT Elite Series #1 Tournament. Leseur shot a second-round 77, to finish the day in T5th place. Leo Liu from China extended his lead after his second round 69. Alejandro Fierro from Mexico […]
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Ki-Juan Minors Continues Competing In Florida
| Ki-Juan Minors returned to the center ring to compete in the 2021 World Equestrian Federation’s 6 United States Hunter/Jumper Association [USHJA] / World Championship Hunter Rider [WCHR] Spectacular CSI 3* Horse Jumping event in Wellington, Florida. Minors and Virella finished 4th competing in the 2024 Green Hunter 3’3″ Class after the pair recorded a score of […]
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Appleby Top Ranked In Chambers Global Guide
| Appleby has received top rankings in the 2021 Chambers Global Guide, with Appleby’s Bermuda office ranked in Band 1, the highest tier, in all three categories: Corporate & Finance, Insurance and Dispute Resolution. A spokesperson said, “Appleby also has the most lawyers ranked in Bermuda across these practice areas. The 11 lawyers ranked are: Corporate & Finance […]
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Carey Olsen Bermuda Partners Recognized
| All Carey Olsen Bermuda partners have been ranked in the 2021 edition of Chambers Global. “As a firm, Carey Olsen Bermuda has improved its ranking in both the corporate and finance [Band 3], and dispute resolution [Band 2] categories, while for insurance it has maintained its Band 2 position,” the company said. “Within the directory […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 18 2021
| February 18 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,291.75, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ MIH Acquires 100% Ownership Of The […]
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COVID-19 Daily Release 18 February 2021
Good day.
The Ministry of Health received 337 test results since the last update, and two were positive for COVID-19. The first new case is a non-resident who arrived on Delta DL 617 from New York on 12 February and tested positive on their day four test. The second new case is a non-resident who arrived on Jet Blue B62231 from New York on 12 February and tested positive on their day four test
Additionally, since the last update, there were no recoveries.
There are currently eight active cases, of which;
● Seven are under public health monitoring and;
Sports Return to Play and COVID-19 Testing
Today, Dr. The Hon. Ernest Peets, JP, Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, wishes to remind the athletes and the public of the Return to Play Guidance for Sports, and provide an update on the saliva COVID-19 testing for sports.
Minister of Public Works Joint Initiative with BELCO Update 18 February 2021
Good afternoon and thank you for joining me.
I am joined this afternoon by the MP for the District MP lanthia Simmons Wade and Belco representatives Mr. Nadir Wade – Director of Grid Management Services and Mr. Naeem Griffith.
Tribe Road No. 4b Access to Elbow Beach Closed
The Ministry of Public Works wishes to remind the public that using the Elbow Beach public staircase from Tribe Road No 4b is currently prohibited.
Use of the existing staircase poses a risk to public safety. The previously erected signs and barriers to prevent public access were unlawfully removed. The Ministry can advise that the signs and barriers have been reinstated.
Access to the staircase will remain closed until construction works are complete in the coming months.