BPSU On Yesterday’s Bus Service Interruption
| The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] said they would like to provide “clarity regarding yesterday’s interruption to Bermuda’s bus service,” saying that while they recognise the inconvenience caused, employers have a legal obligation to provide a working environment that “ensures the safety, health and wellbeing of all employees.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Public Services Union […]
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Two new Covid cases recorded
Two new positive cases of Covid-19 have been reported today out of 543 test results, the Ministry of Health said this evening. One of the new cases is a resident who arrived on the British Airways fli…
Covid-19: 543 Test Results Received, 2 Positive
| The Ministry received 543 test results and two were positive for Covid-19 — one resident who arrived from London and one non-resident who arrived from New York — so the island now has 6 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 543 test results since the last update, and two were […]
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Salvation Army Thanks Bermuda Community
| The Salvation Army has extended their thanks to the community for the support given to the 2020 Christmas Programme. Major Rob Kerr said, “The Salvation Army would like to thank the Bermuda community for the overwhelming support given to the 2020 Christmas Programme. The Programmes include the Christmas Letter Appeal; The Christmas Hamper Program; The […]
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Missing 72-year-old woman found
A missing 72-year-old woman has been found thanks to a quick thinking member of the public. Rachelle Paquette was last seen in the South Road Devonshire area, near Tee Street, at about 11:53am this mo…
Police Appeal: Help Locate 72-Year-Old [Located]
| [Updated] The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 72-year-old Rachelle Paquette. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 72-year-old Rachelle Paquette, last seen in the South Road Devonshire area near Tee Street, around 11:53am this morning 17-February 2021. “Ms. Paquette is described as […]
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Minister Thanks BPS Covid Compliance Team
| “While the curfew will conclude tomorrow morning, from a public safety stand point, we still encourage the community to make sensible decisions if they intend to be out and about in the evening hours,” National Security Minister Renee Ming said. Minister Ming – who visited the Bermuda Police Service’s [BPS] Covid Compliance Team who were […]
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Education Ministry Video Series: Latoya Pearman
| The Ministry of Education has launched a new video series entitled Stakeholder Stories, which features interviews with member of the community about education reform in Bermuda, with the first video featuring Latoya Pearman, a mother of three children. A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Education has launched a new video series today called ‘Stakeholder Stories’ […]
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Minister thanks police curfew team
National security minister, Renee Ming, has thanked police officers enforcing the Covid-19 curfew. The Bermuda Police Service’s Covid-19 Compliance Team has been responsible for nightly curfew checks….
College student numbers soar
Student numbers at The Bermuda College have more than doubled in the last five years according to the Ministry of Education. And, the ministry said, the numbers are up in part because of wider access…
Curfew Ends, New Regulations As Of 6am Thurs
| The midnight to 5am curfew will end as of Thursday morning [Feb 18], liquor licensed establishments will be allowed to remain open until midnight, and businesses will no longer be required to close at 11pm so “you can get your late night food again,” Premier David Burt said. This was stated at last night’s [Feb 16] press […]
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IoD Appoints Danielle Riviere & Shirlene White
| The Institute of Directors Bermuda [IoD] announced the appointment of Danielle Riviere as Executive Director and Shirlene White as Member Engagement Executive with immediate effect. Rochelle Simons, Chairwoman, IoD Bermuda said, “We are delighted to welcome Danielle Riviere and Shirlene White as the new IoD Bermuda operations team. “We are excited to be launching the […]
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Wells, Crichlow, Donawa, Smith Team Results
| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nahki Wells, Kane Crichlow, Justin Donawa, and Jonte Smith were in action in England. Nahki Wells Nahki Wells and his Bristol City teammates hosted Reading under the BS3 lights in the Sky Bet Championship, losing 2 – 0. Following the match, Dean Holden was relieved of his Manager duties with […]
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Rosewood Recognized As Top Resort
| Rosewood Bermuda has been named the #1 hotel in Bermuda by U.S. News & World Report, as well as receiving a four-star rating from Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards. A spokesperson said, “On February 2, U.S. News & World Report awarded Rosewood Bermuda, the island’s premier luxury resort, with a Silver Badge and ranked the […]
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Premier describes bus action as unacceptable
Buses were back on the roads last night after industrial action by staff meant the service ground to a halt. The unannounced walkout by Department of Transportation supervisors started yesterday morni…
Dr Quito Swan’s Book Makes ASALH Finals List
| Bermudian Dr Quito Swan’s book Pauulu’s Diaspora: Black Internationalism and Environment Justice was a finalist for the Association for the Study of African American Life and History’s [ASALH] book prize contest. The Washingon DC based ASALH organisation said, “In broad term, the ASALH Book Prize committee is interested in monographs that model rigorous and imaginative approaches to […]
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Diamond Standard Launch Coin Offering
| Diamond Standard announced that they have commenced sales of the Diamond Standard Coin, the” first and only regulator-approved diamond commodity.” “Enabling the offering, Diamond Standard announces the issuance of a regulatory license from the Bermuda Monetary Authority, and a $15-million investment round led by Horizon Kinetics,” the company said. “Five thousand Coins, priced at $5,000 […]
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15th Meeting Of Financial Policy Council Held
| The Financial Policy Council [FPC] held its fifteenth meeting on December 3rd 2020 via teleconference. All members were able to participate on the call. “The meeting focused on pathways to sustainable growth in Bermuda, discussing both risks and opportunities emerging from the new economic conditions created domestically and globally by the Covid-19 pandemic,” a spokesperson […]
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Golf: Pearman Wins BPGA Medal Round
| The Bermuda Professional Golf Association members took to the Port Royal Golf Course for their Professional Medal Round, with Dwayne Pearman winning after his 4-over par 75. Pearman finished four strokes ahead of second-place Paul Adams, with Twilton Smith finishing third after an 11-over par 82. Brian Morris and Darriek Douglas finished T5th at 12-over […]
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Cruise visits to St George slashed
St George’s has lost almost half the cruise ship visits booked for this year, the Mayor of the Olde Towne revealed yesterday. George Dowling III said there were 13 cruise calls listed for Penno’s Whar…
Acting prefects appointed at international school
Six pupils at an international school have been appointed acting prefects. Azari Kelly, Matthew Mitchell, Zyrah Trott, Matthew Forrester, Keziah Smith and Jordan Smith all study at the Chatmore Britis…
Trial hears from armed police who raided home of alleged shooter
The Supreme Court yesterday heard how armed police arrested a man outside his family home just after a shooting incident. Officers told the court yesterday that they descended on Zachary Fox’s Pembrok…
Overseas schools redesign team to be paid $2.1m
An overseas company asked to redesign Bermuda’s public school system will be paid more than $2 million, it has been revealed. A notice published in the Official Gazette on Monday said that Innovation …
Vertical farms still up in the air
A bid to introduce vertical farming to Bermuda has yet to bear fruit – but the Government said discussions continued. The Government earlier announced that a proposal would go before the Cabinet Commi…
Ministry: 33 Bus Runs Cancelled On Wednesday
| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [February 17] with the list indicating that there are thirty-three bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Minibus Operators: It’s Not Financially Viable Govt: Bus Service Resumes On Wednesday Asphalt Resurfacing At Hamilton Bus Terminal DPT Contracts Eight Minibuses To Assist Update On […]
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Monument Re & Charles Taylor Transaction
| Monument Re announced that it has completed the acquisition of the Charles Taylor Group’s Isle of Man life and investment operations, following receipt of regulatory approval from the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority and non-objection from the Bermuda Monetary Authority. LCL International Life Assurance Company Limited has been renamed Monument International Life Assurance Company […]
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BDA To Participate In World Captive Forum
| The Bermuda Business Development Agency announced its sponsorship and participation in the 2021 Virtual Business Insurance World Captive Forum, which will be held on February 24-25. A spokesperson said, “As a platinum sponsor of the forum, the BDA will put the spotlight on Bermuda’s role as the world’s leading captive domicile, facilitate meetings for those […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 16 2021
| February 16 saw 92,227 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $1,976,297.75 BD. 3,227 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 0.8% at $33.25 per share, while another 89,000 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $21.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,291.75, up 0.59% […]
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COVID-19 Update – Minister of Health Remarks 16 February 2021
Good afternoon.
There were 242 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update, and none were positive for COVID-19.
Additionally, since the last update, there were no recoveries.
There are currently four active cases, of which;
· Three are under public health monitoring and
· One is in hospital with none in critical care.
Since March 2020, Bermuda has recorded 695 total confirmed cases of COVID-19; out of those, 679 persons have recovered, and 12 persons have sadly succumbed to COVID-19.
Bermuda Monetary Authority Hosts Fifteenth Meeting of Financial Policy Council
HAMILTON, BERMUDA – The Financial Policy Council (FPC) held its fifteenth meeting on 3 December 2020 via teleconference. All members were able to participate on the call.
The meeting focused on pathways to sustainable growth in Bermuda, discussing both risks and opportunities emerging from the new economic conditions created domestically and globally by the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Governor Visits Warwick Camp
The Governor and Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Bermuda Regiment, Ms Rena Lalgie, was pleased to visit Warwick Camp yesterday (Feb. 15), afternoon as the Royal Bermuda Regiment (RBR) began the first of two intensive recruitment camp training programmes for their newest recruits.
During the visit, the Governor toured the facility with the Commanding Officer of the Royal Bermuda Regiment, Lt Col Benjamin Beasley BEM, and observed the courses taking place as part of the two week training camp.
COVID-19 Update Premier’s Remarks 16 February 2021
Good Evening Bermuda,
Tonight I am joined by the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, who will provide you with an update on the latest vaccination statistics, rule changes for immunized persons, and further updates from her Ministry.
Following the minister of Health, I will update the country on the COVID-19 regulations approved by the Cabinet earlier today which will be in effect for the next two weeks, matters surrounding Bermuda’s tourism economy, and preview the House of Assembly which resumes on Friday.
15% Of Population Vaccinated With One Dose
| For the period from January 11 to February 13, Bermuda has administered a total of 12,568 vaccinations — and it rises to 13,155 if you include yesterday’s vaccinations as well — so 15% of the population has been vaccinated [with 1 dose] and 4% of the population has been immunized [with 2 doses]. This is […]
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Governor Rena Lalgie Visits Warwick Camp
| The Governor and Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Bermuda Regiment Rena Lalgie visited Warwick Camp yesterday [Feb 15] afternoon as the Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] began the first of two intensive recruitment camp training programmes for their newest recruits. During the visit, the Governor toured the facility with the Commanding Officer of the Royal Bermuda Regiment […]
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Video: No New Cases, 4 Active, Curfew To End
| The Government will be holding a press conference this evening [Feb 16] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage following the press conference, our continuous live updates on Covid-19 are here, and the live video below should start showing the press conference at around 5.45pm, or a bit later. Update 6.26pm: […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Feb 16 2021
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 16] include acquisition of land, acquisition of property, appointments, list of proposed planning applications, assent, and cancellation of registration. Acquisition Of Land Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acquisition Of Property By A Non Bermudian Notice ID: GN0157/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication […]
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30 Minute Video: February 16 ZBM Evening News
| 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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Domestic Partnership Notice: ALFREAD GIBBONS & MARIE MOURA
THE DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIP ACT, 2018
Professional Registration, Psychologist: REBECCA CAMPBELL
THE PSYCHOLOGICAL PRACTITIONERS ACT, 2018Pursuant to the requirements of Section 12 of The Psychological Practitioners Act, 2018, notice is hereby given that the following name has been entered in the Register of
BUS Disruptions update
Notice to the Public- Update: The public is advised that discussions are continuing between the Department of Public Transportation (DPT) Management and the Bermuda Public Services Union (BPSU).Transportation for school students will not be impacted as arrangements are already in process through contractual arrangements with the Bermuda Minibus Association. Again, the Department apologises for any inconveniences caused by the disruption.
Interruption of Public Bus Service
The Department of Public Transportation (DPT) advises the public that there is an interruption in the public bus service this morning due to industrial action taken by the Supervisors.
The Bermuda Public Services Union and the Supervisors are currently in discussion with Management of DPT.
The Department apologies for any inconveniences caused by the disruption. An update will be provided before noon today.
Elaine Butterfield To Retire From WRC
| The Executive Director of women’s advocacy charity, the Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] will retire mid-year, it was announced today. Elaine Butterfield, who has served in both the public and charitable sectors for over three decades, said: “I am one of the most blessed people in the world to have had the opportunities that I have […]
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Live updates: Covid-19 press conference at 5.45pm
As usual, The Royal Gazette will be providing video coverage and live updates from this evening’s Covid-19 press conference. David Burt, the Premier, and Kim Wilson, the health minister, are expected…