Bermuda News Updates

A significant amount of cash was seized and a US national was arrested this week as part of a joint national security operation, police said today.
The 54-year-old was aboard a vessel that was interce…

Government / Official Gazette

List of Planning Applications Advertised on June 27, 2025

June 27, 2025

The applications shown below are available for review on the Department of Planning’s Customer Self Service Portal (https://planningenergov.gov.bm/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService#/home), or between the hours of 8:45 am and 4:30 pm weekdays at the Department of Planning, Seven Arches Building, 3rd Floor, 44 West Church Street, City of Hamilton HM12. Any person wishing to object must do so within 14 days of the date advertised.

Bernews / News

Conyers Launch Summer Law Student Programme

June 27, 2025

Conyers has launched its 2025 Summer Law Student Programme, welcoming six students – Taylor Crichlow, Owen Figureido, Ava Gibson, Kaliyah Lee-Tucker, Caitlin Pimentel-Bento, and Tiara Simons — for a hands-on legal internship, providing practical experience. A spokesperson said, “Conyers is pleased to announce the launch of its 2025 Bermuda Summer Law Student Programme. Each year, the […]

Bank lower on NYSE

June 27, 2025

The RG/BSX Index was unchanged today. With no trading among the domestic companies on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, the Index remained at 2,838.67.
For the week, it was 10.75 points (0.37 per cent) high…

News / Royal Gazette

Tax relief expected for Elbow Beach Hotel project

June 27, 2025

The Government is expected to offer duty relief for the proposed redevelopment of the Elbow Beach Hotel by its new owners.
The Loren Group announced this year that it had purchased the shuttered Paget…

News / Royal Gazette

Events to mark Theatre Boycott anniversary

June 27, 2025

Two events are planned to mark 66 years since the conclusion of the island’s Theatre Boycott.
The Progressive Group organised the resistance, which ran from June 15 to July 1, 1959 and resulted in the…

News / Royal Gazette

Coaching for Success students cross finish line

June 27, 2025

The Mirrors Programme celebrated 28 students who completed their Coaching for Success community programme with a closing ceremony last Saturday.
A government spokesman said the eight-month course, des…

Fortitude Re earns ‘Great Place To Work’ certification

June 27, 2025

FGH Parent, LP has received a Great Place to Work Certification by Great Place To Work, the “global authority on workplace culture and employee experience”. This is the company’s second year to receiv…

News / Royal Gazette

Positive energy ‘palpable’ at youth antiviolence event

June 27, 2025

Campaigns by teenagers at five schools focused on spreading antiviolence messages were commended today in Parliament.
Michael Weeks, the Minister of National Security, told the House of Assembly abou…

Andrew Pryde joins SiriusPoint in Bermuda

June 27, 2025

SiriusPoint Ltd, the global specialty insurer and reinsurer, has appointed Andrew Pryde as group chief risk officer, effective this September.
Based in Bermuda, Mr Pryde will report to Scott Egan, chi…

Burt: Bermuda well-placed with a robust growth outlook

June 27, 2025

David Burt, the Premier and Minister of Finance, told Parliament today that government’s latest credit ratings “highlight the strength of Bermuda’s economy and the confidence that global investors con…

News / Royal Gazette

Belco presentation considers Bermuda’s energy future

June 27, 2025

Bermuda’s sole energy provider held a town hall meeting to demonstrate what needs to be taken into account to find a model for the island’s ideal fuel source set-up.
Belco hosted its first Energy Equa…

News / Royal Gazette

Amendments to streamline planning reforms tabled

June 27, 2025

Amendments have been tabled in Parliament to help accelerate the process of updating the island’s planning legislation.
Diallo Rabain, the Minister for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation, this …

News / Royal Gazette

Traffic controls in place for road race

June 27, 2025

Traffic controls will be in place in parts of Hamilton on Sunday when triathletes compete in the Liberty Mutual National Sprint Triathlon.
Temporary traffic controls and adjusted speed limits will be …

News / Royal Gazette

Drive-in event takes interactive approach

June 27, 2025

An open-air, summer cinematic tradition in Hamilton took an interactive twist with patrons winning prizes during a segment of the event.
Fresh Air Films, organised by the City of Hamilton, drew crowds…

News / Royal Gazette

Systems engineer hailed for exemplary leadership

June 27, 2025

A systems engineer has gained recognition for playing a key role in advancing the Government’s digital transformation programme.
Jared Pearman, of the Department of Information and Digital Technologie…

News / Royal Gazette

Police: sharing ‘intimate’ image of young people is offence

June 27, 2025

A warning was issued by police for residents to delete an image of young people “engaged in an intimate act” if they receive the content via social media.
The Bermuda Police Service added: “Please be …

Government / Official Gazette

BERMUDA MONETARY AUTHORITY NOSTEC INSURANCE LTD

June 27, 2025

ORDER INSURANCE ACT 1978 CANCELLATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 41(1)(a)

Bernews / News

66th Anniversary Of Bermuda’s Theatre Boycott

June 27, 2025

Bermuda will commemorate the 66th anniversary of the success of the 1959 Theatre Boycott on Wednesday [July 2]. A spokesperson said, “Marking the 66th anniversary of the success of the Theatre Boycott on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. This quote from Martin Luther King captures the reality of […]

Bernews / News

Donawa Signs New Deal With Brackley Town

June 27, 2025

Justin Donawa has signed a new contract with the Brackley Town football team in England. A spokesperson said, “Brackley Town is thrilled to confirm that winger Justin Donawa has signed a new contract, keeping him at St James Park for the upcoming National League season. “Donawa was a valuable part of the Saints’ title-winning squad last […]

Bernews / News

ADHT Honours Eli Furbert At Annual Awards

June 27, 2025

The African Diaspora Heritage Trail Foundation celebrated 19-year-old Eli Furbert with the Preserving Heritage Award. A spokesperson said, “The African Diaspora Heritage Trail Foundation [ADHT] has proudly recognized 19-year-old Eli Furbert with the esteemed ADHT Preserving Heritage Award at a ceremony that highlighted both his remarkable talent and his role in preserving cultural tradition and […]

Bernews / News

PwC Announce Scholarship & Award Recipients

June 27, 2025

PwC Bermuda announced the recipients of its Peter Mitchell Scholarship and ABIC Education Awards, with Kayla-Marie Redcliffe, Zuri Swan, and Nikia Matthews all earning scholarship awards. A spokesperson said, “PwC Bermuda announces the winners of its 2025 Peter Mitchell Scholarship and ABIC Education Awards: “Kayla-Marie Redcliffe is the winner of the 2025 Peter Mitchell Scholarship […]

Bernews / News

Four Archers Set For World Cup Event

June 27, 2025

Four Bermudian archers are set to head to Madrid, Spain, for the Hyundai Archery World Cup Stage Four tournament next month. Robin Selley, Jaydon Roberts, Camerin Pickering and Bernard Wade III will compete in the final World Cup event of the year, which runs from July 8 to 13. Roberts, Pickering and Wade III will […]

Bernews / News

DeSilva-Andrade Reaches Semi-Finals

June 27, 2025

Yushae DeSilva-Andrade has reached the semi-finals of the Poznan 2025 World Boccia Challenger in Poland. Competing in the BC1 women’s division, DeSilva-Andrade finished top of Pool A after four straight wins, including a 5-1 victory over Poland’s Kinga Koza yesterday [June 26]. The Bermudian will meet Desirée Segarra, of Spain, in the semi-finals. Related Stories […]

Bernews / News

Adam Hall Plays In Biloxi Defeat

June 27, 2025

Bermudian Adam Hall played in Biloxi Shuckers’ 3-1 defeat away to the Columbus Clingstones in Double-A of Minor League Baseball yesterday [June 26]. Hall’s performance at the plate was 0-for-4. Biloxi face the Clingstones again today. Related Stories Adam Hall’s Biloxi Defeat Columbus Adam Hall’s Biloxi Defeated By Columbus Adam Hall Joins Biloxi Shuckers Adam […]

News / Royal Gazette

Azores summer and winter flight schedules secured

June 27, 2025

Summer and winter flights between Bermuda and the Azores have been secured by a travel agent close to six months after Sata Azores Airlines discontinued its year-round service, The Royal Gazette can r…

News / Royal Gazette

Fahy: offering status is key to increasing population

June 27, 2025

The One Bermuda Alliance has renewed its call for foreign nationals to be able to obtain Bermuda status.
The party should also review its position on the issue, according to Michael Fahy, the Shadow M…

News / Royal Gazette

Rider who caused death by dangerous driving sorry in court

June 27, 2025

A man who pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving had six previous speeding convictions, a court heard yesterday.
Calin Maybury pleaded guilty to the charge after Troni Aisha Robinson-Bur…

News / Royal Gazette

East End tourism investment order on bill for House

June 27, 2025

Ministerial statements on topics such as young people acting against violence and the risks associated with products that contain nicotine are scheduled to be delivered in the House of Assembly today….

News / Royal Gazette

Williams: change in utility ownership should be explored

June 27, 2025

A former head of the Regulatory Authority and former Belco chief operating officer has said Bermuda should consider moving away from the monopolistic model for the island’s main energy provider and pe…

Watch: Adrian Roach promises excitement in pro debut

June 27, 2025

Adrian Roach will make his professional boxing debut on home soil when he steps into the ring tomorrow night.
Roach will be fighting at welterweight at the Victualling Yard in Dockyard against Canadia…

Justin Donawa itching for Bermuda recall

June 27, 2025

Justin Donawa is optimistic that Bermuda can rise to the challenge of the final round of World Cup qualifying.
Donawa is seeking a recall to Michael Findlay’s squad after not being involved in recent…

Bernews / News

Kaden Hopkins Guest Speaker At Saltus

June 27, 2025

Cyclist Kaden Hopkins was the guest speaker at Saltus Grammar School’s fifth-form graduation ceremony this week. Hopkins, who represents Unisportlamentinois – a top team in Guadeloupe – shared inspirational stories and life lessons learned from his decorated cycling career. “You don’t have to know who you are yet,” Hopkins, a former Saltus student, said. “You […]

Bernews / News

Police: ‘It Is An Offense To Share Such Images’

June 27, 2025

The Bermuda Police Service warned against sharing an image that “depicts underage individuals engaged in an intimate act” as it is an “offense to share such images.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of an image being circulated on social media that depicts underage individuals engaged in an intimate act. We advise […]

Bernews / News

Parliament: Order Of Business For June 27th

June 27, 2025

The House of Assembly will be in session today [June 27] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the S & P and Morningstar Ratings Truth Be Told: Youth Rise Against the Violence-A Movement Begins, Tabling Statement-Building Amendment Act 2025, Public Health Risk of Nicotine-Containing Products and Legislative Reforms, Job Readiness Programme, Bermuda’s […]

News / Royal Gazette

Man fined and banned from roads

June 27, 2025

A man who refused to take a breath test has been disqualified from driving all vehicles for 18 months.
Nelson Outerbridge, 34, admitted not taking the test when he appeared in Magistrates’ Court yeste…

Bernews / News

Cost Of Three Trips By Minister Jason Hayward

June 27, 2025

A trip in April 2025 by Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward to New York cost $1,427.51; another April trip to Georgetown, Guyana cost $5,258.37; and a trip in May to Chicago cost $3,879.34, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. Circle’s HQ Grand Opening – New York The trip duration […]

Bernews / News

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 26 2025

June 27, 2025

June 26 saw 1,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $31,000.00 BD. 1,000 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks Ltd, closing up 3.3% at $31.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,838.67, up 0.04% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 49 remained unchanged. The full report for the […]

Bernews / News

Official Govt & Legal Notices For June 26 2025

June 26, 2025

The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 26] include notification of planning applications registered and acting appointments. List of Planning Applications Advertised on June 26, 2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0633/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 26 June, 2025 The applications shown […]

Agency warns of risks during Bermuda ratings upgrades

June 26, 2025

A rating agency has highlighted Bermuda’s potential for a number of economic uncertainties, including from the corporate income tax.
During a somewhat positive outlook on Bermuda’s credit worthiness, …

Top amateur golfers to compete in Stroke Play Championships

June 26, 2025

Bermuda’s top amateur golfers will compete for the Amateur Stroke Play Championship at Port Royal Golf Course this weekend.
With Kenny Leseur, the 2024 men’s champion, no longer eligible to play after…

Three students receive PwC scholarships

June 26, 2025

Three aspiring Bermudian accountants have been awarded major scholarships through PwC Bermuda’s 2025 student support programme.
Kayla-Marie Redcliffe, studying accounting at the University of Miami, …

Conyers summer law programme

June 26, 2025

Six students have joined this year’s cohort of the Conyers Bermuda Summer Law Student Programme.
Over an eight-week period, Taylor Crichlow, Owen Figureido, Ava Gibson, Kaliyah Lee-Tucker, Caitlin Pi…

Bernews / News

Photos: Yaya Summer Lookbook Fashion Show

June 26, 2025

Yaya Apparel hosted its annual Summer Lookbook fashion show at the Loren Hotel, highlighting swimwear, casual wear, and active bodywear for both men and women A spokesperson said, “Yaya Apparel hosted its annual fashion show at the Loren Hotel on Sunday June 22, 2025. This year’s show was headlined The Summer Lookbook and featured local […]

Bernews / News

Jared Pearman Earns PSEA Award For May

June 26, 2025

Jared Pearman from the Department of Information and Digital Technologies [IDT] earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for May. A Government spokesperson said, “Mr Pearman, in his role as a Systems Engineer, is recognised for exemplary leadership and successful efforts to advance the Government’s digital transformation. He is commended for his pivotal role in […]

Bernews / News

Regiment To Hold Assessment Day On June 28

June 26, 2025

“An assessment event will be held from 10am on Saturday, June 28 – the last day for candidates to sign up ahead of the next foundational training course, which will run from July 6 to 18,” the Royal Bermuda Regiment said. A spokesperson said, “Residents looking for challenge and personal growth are encouraged to join […]

Bernews / News

Bermuda Credit Rating Upgraded By DBRS

June 26, 2025

Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt welcomed Morningstar DBRS’s upgrade of Bermuda’s credit ratings, which raised the long-term ratings to A [high], the short-term ratings to R-1 [middle], and revised all trends to Stable. A Government spokesperson said, “Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, today welcomed the upgrade of […]

Pitch competition applications open

June 26, 2025

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation, in partnership with Global Atlantic Re, has officially opened applications for the third annual Wave of Opportunity pitch competition, offering up to $25,…

Girls basketball teams ready to showcase talent

June 26, 2025

Some of the girls forming part of Bermuda’s Young Women’s Select basketball teams have expressed their excitement about playing in front of a crowd on Sunday.
Two teams will square off as part of the …

Bernews / News

Weather Forecast For Friday June 27

June 26, 2025

Friday, June 27 is expected to see more sun than cloud with a shower or two likely early and later, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. […]