Bermuda News Updates

Fourteen Women To Attend Dubai Conference

March 14, 2025

A delegation of 14 Bermudian women entrepreneurs and leaders will travel next week to the International Women Leadership Conference in Dubai, building on the foundation established by the UN Women Building Back Equal programme. A Government spokesperson said, “This groundbreaking initiative, which concluded in October 2024 under the joint partnership of UN Women and the […]

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Opposition Leader Replies To Throne Speech

March 14, 2025

OBA Leader Jarion Richardson has responded to today’s [March 14] 2025 Throne Speech, saying that it “lacked substance and doesn’t address the most important needs of the country.” Mr. Richardson said, “Today’s Throne Speech lacked substance and doesn’t address the most important needs of the country. “The island just experienced an election like this island […]

Bernews / News

Jahkenya Trott On Lindo’s Tigers Title Win

March 14, 2025

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jahkenya Trott has reflected on Lindo’s Tigers’ remarkable title triumph after they finished the Bermuda Netball Association Winter League season undefeated. The Tigers capped off their flawless campaign with a 39-30 victory over Storm at Bernard Park last weekend, securing 36 points from 12 matches and ending the long-standing domestic dominance […]

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Traffic Advisory For BBA Time Trial Road Race

March 14, 2025

A traffic notice has been issued for the Bermuda Bicycle Association VT Construction Team Time Trial Road Race will occur on Sunday, March 16. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment wishes to inform motorists that the Bermuda Bicycle Association VT Construction Team Time Trial Road Race will occur on Sunday, […]

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Chamber Replies To 2025 Throne Speech

March 14, 2025

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce has replied to today’s [March 14] 2025 Throne Speech, saying “several initiatives outlined in the speech align with our long-standing priorities, yet we remain cautious about measures that could inadvertently hinder business growth and economic recovery.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce welcomes the opportunity to respond to […]

News / Royal Gazette

Man accused of ‘hiding and transferring criminal property’

March 14, 2025

A man has been charged with 14 offences relating to drugs and criminal cash, The Royal Gazette can reveal.
Stefan Brown-Darrell, 30, appeared in Magistrates’ Court this morning to face the accusations…

News / Royal Gazette

Man faces barrage of drug-related charges

March 14, 2025

A man has been charged with a slew of drug-related offences that he will address in the Supreme Court, The Royal Gazette can confirm.
Jay Woolridge, 38, appeared in Magistrates’ Court this morning to …

News / Royal Gazette

Jarion Richardson: ‘Throne Speech lacks substance’

March 14, 2025

The Throne Speech marked a lost opportunity for the Progressive Labour Party to instil hope in the voters who did not support it in the election, the Opposition leader has said.
Jarion Richardson call…

New data hub to streamline insurance transactions

March 14, 2025

Acord Solutions Group has launched the Adept Bermuda Regional Hub, offering one million free digital messaging transactions to new Bermuda-based clients in 2025. The initiative aims to accelerate the …

Government / Official Gazette

List of Planning Applications Advertised on March 14, 2025

March 14, 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 week days at the Department of Planning, 5th Floor, Dame Lois Browne Evans Building, 58 Court Street, Hamilton HM 12. Any person wishing to object must do so within 14 days of the date advertised.

Government / Official Gazette

Road Sobriety Checkpoint (No. 2) Notice 2025

March 14, 2025

The Assistant Commissioner of Police, in compliance with the requirement ofsection 35BD(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1947, gives the following Notice:

News / Royal Gazette

Pair face charges for drugs, illegal weapons and cash

March 14, 2025

A pair have been accused of several charges relating to drugs, weapons and possession of criminal property, The Royal Gazette can confirm.
Chanel-Marie Bento, 43, and Shawn Simons, 46, appeared in Mag…

News / Royal Gazette

Energy, essential goods among Throne Speech pledges

March 14, 2025

Empowering the Cost of Living Commission to “examine the books and records of all businesses involved in the supply of food and other essential goods” stood among relief measures pledged in the 2025 S…

News / Royal Gazette

Live Blog: 2025 Throne Speech

March 14, 2025

The opening of Parliament, a ceremony steeped in tradition, is set for this morning, when the legislative agenda for the upcoming year will be delivered before the public.
The formal proceedings start…

Bernews / News

Rodrigues And Vieira Compete For Eckerd

March 14, 2025

Bermudian sailors Paul Rodrigues Jr and Jordan Vieira faced a challenging day on the water at the recent Bob Bavier Open Team Race in the Charleston Harbour in South Carolina. The event, hosted in the Cooper River, started at a manageable ten-plus knots from the southwest, but steadily increased, reaching nearly 20 knots. Rodrigues and […]

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Khano Smith Signs New Rhode Island Deal

March 14, 2025

Khano Smith has signed a multi-year contract extension to remain head coach and general manager of United Soccer League [USL] Championship side Rhode Island. Smith, the former Bermuda captain, made history in his first year as a head coach, leading Rhode Island to the Eastern Conference final in their inaugural season. Appointed in March 2023, […]

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Live Video: 2025 Throne Speech

March 14, 2025

The Convening of Parliament is taking place this morning [March 14], with Governor Andrew Murdoch delivering the 2025 Throne Speech, which outlines the Government’s Legislative Agenda for the year ahead. Related Stories Video: Minister Burch On Road Improvements Video: Interview With Dwight Jackson Video: PLP Annual Delegates Conference Video: Minister On Supplementary Funding Video: PLP […]

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Karlandra Smith On Phoenix Netball Family

March 14, 2025

[Written by Stephen Wright] Karlandra Smith says playing for the Phoenix Heat netball team has enriched her life in ways she never imagined when she first joined the programme as a high school student. Smith and several of her Berkeley Institute team-mates were invited by schoolteacher and coach Erica Russell to represent the Phoenix reserve […]

Bernews / News

Support Special Olympics Polar Plunge

March 14, 2025

Special Olympics Bermuda is gearing up for its third Polar Plunge, inviting the community to “Get Freezin’ for a Reason” while supporting athletes with intellectual disabilities. A spokesperson said, “Special Olympics Bermuda is just days away from its third Polar Plunge and is calling on the community to come out and “Get Freezin’ for a […]

Bernews / News

Tennis: 2025 Spring Fling Tournament Day 1

March 14, 2025

The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association’s 2025 Spring Fling Tournament got off to an exciting start at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium, with two gripping three-set matches captivating spectators on the opening day. Boy’s 12 Singles – Group A 6 6 Manuel Maldonado defeated 0 0 Tucker Champion Boy’s 12 Singles – Group B 6 6 […]

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Sophia Cannonier To Protest At Throne Speech

March 14, 2025

Sophia Cannonier will “hold a single-person protest” today [March 14] as Bermuda’s Parliament reconvenes for the Throne Speech. A spokesperson said, “Sophia Cannonier, a community advocate and former political candidate, will hold a single-person protest on March 14, 2025, as Bermuda’s Parliament reconvenes at the Cabinet Grounds for the Progressive Labour Party [PLP] Government’s Throne […]

North Village ace Z’Dao Dill ruled out of Cup semi-final

March 14, 2025

Cal Dill Jr, the North Village coach, will be forced to make at least one change to his starting line-up for the FA Cup semi-final clash with PHC Zebras at Devonshire Rec tonight (8pm).
Village will b…

Moongate Tour starts new season at Port Royal

March 14, 2025

Some of the island’s top golfers will compete for early bragging rights in the opening round of the 2025 Gosling’s Moongate Tour season at Port Royal Golf Course today.
Among those expected to be in c…

Bermuda rugby team ready to compete against US colleges

March 14, 2025

Jonathan Cassidy, the Bermuda Rugby Football Union director of sevens, cannot wait for the local team to take to the field against United States colleges in the Bermuda International Sevens today and …

Bruno Fernandes the bright spark in United’s season

March 14, 2025

Fantasy managers have to be strategic with their choices this week and Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella and Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes are primed for selection. The Spaniard has scored i…

Island represents 35% of global reinsurance capital

March 14, 2025

Bermuda represents about 35 per cent of the global reinsurance capacity, a local reinsurance executive revealed at the Bermuda Risk Summit.
“That is an amazing amount for such a small island,” said J…

Insurance sector prepares for ‘black swans and grey rhinos’

March 14, 2025

Bermuda’s insurance industry is better positioned than most to navigate the geopolitical and regulatory minefields facing the world today, but industry leaders at the Bermuda Risk Summit emphasised th…

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Sick Cruise Passenger Transferred To Bermuda

March 14, 2025

A passenger in need of urgent medical care was transferred from ‘Celebrity Apex’ to a pilot boat off Bermuda and taken to hospital. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre [BMOC] spokesperson said, “Sunday, 9th March, 1:00 pm. RCC Bermuda received a telephone call from the USCG RCC Norfolk, and was conferenced with the cruise ship Celebrity […]

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: DAVID DECOUTO & LESYA ILYENKO

March 14, 2025

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- DAVID JOHN DECOUTO ofPAGET Parish (Divorced) andLESYA ANATOLIY ILYENKO ofPAGET Parish (Divorced)

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: JEANMARIE CHAISSON & ALEXANDER DAVIS

March 14, 2025

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: AMALIA CABANOG & KINGSLEY CAMPBELL

March 14, 2025

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- AMALIA MONTECINO CABANOG ofNegros OrientalPhilippines (Divorced) andKINGSLEY FREEDOM CAMPBELL ofSANDYS Parish (Single)

News / Royal Gazette

Aegon launches community investment programme

March 13, 2025

A financial services firm has launched an investment programme aimed at supporting the community.
In line with Aegon’s purpose of “helping people live their best lives“, the initiative comprises three…

Bernews / News

Dwayne Robinson On BTA Culture Review

March 13, 2025

“It was disappointing, but not surprising to read the findings in the newly released Culture Review of the Bermuda Tourism Authority,” Shadow Tourism Minister Dwayne Robinson said. Mr. Robinson said, “How can our flagship Tourism organization, lack a Human Resources and Administration Manager of all positions? “This alone contributes to many of the stated grievances […]

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For March 13 2025

March 13, 2025

The official Government and Legal notices for today [March 13] include boards appointments, cancellation of registration and acting appointments. Board Pharmacy Council Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0294/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 13 March, 2025 The Minister of Health is pleased to make the following appointments. Pharmacy […]

News / Royal Gazette

East End lane closure planned for this weekend

March 13, 2025

Road paving will affect traffic in St George’s this weekend, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment said.
A spokesman said the St George’s roundabout approaching the Swing Bridge will be reduced…

Moody’s: renewal prices dip but cat events may slow declines

March 13, 2025

Moody’s Ratings said that an analysis of pricing information from several leading reinsurance brokers and top European reinsurers on reinsurance placements renewed January 1, 2025 revealed a dip in pr…

News / Royal Gazette

Chamber raises the alarm on ‘lax economic reporting’

March 13, 2025

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce is highly critical of government delays in the release of periodical economic data, calling timely access to figures the backbone to sound decision-making.
In one of th…

Partnership to advance insurance education

March 13, 2025

The Association of Bermuda Insurers & Reinsurers, The Institutes Knowledge Group and The Bermuda College are jointly expanding opportunities for college students in Bermuda to learn critical leade…

Chamber report seeks urgent solutions on economy

March 13, 2025

The worrying report from the Economic Committee of the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce raises far more questions than answers, and shares concerns about the state of the economy and its future.
Entitled “…

Bernews / News

Carifta Games: Selection & Expectations

March 13, 2025

BNAA President Dr. Freddie Evans clarified that meeting the Carifta qualification standard is just the first step, and “as per Carifta regulations, only two athletes per event, per age group, can be selected, making the competition for spots highly competitive.” BNAA President Dr Freddie Evans, “As you all know, it is Carifta time—a period of […]

Bernews / News

Walk To Calvary Expands Into A 5-Day Event

March 13, 2025

The 2025 Walk to Calvary Experience expands to five days in St. George’s, featuring the annual Good Friday reenactment, a community festival, and special tourism packages. A spokesperson said, “For over 40 years, the Annual Walk to Calvary Experience has been a cornerstone of Bermuda’s Good Friday traditions, drawing thousands from all walks of life […]

Bernews / News

Column: Pearman On Desilva, Cabinet & More

March 13, 2025

[Opinion column written by OBA MP Scott Pearman] “There’s no such thing as bad publicity.” So said P. T. Barnum, founder of the modestly described ‘Greatest Show on Earth’. His ‘show’ was the Barnum & Bailey Circus. There was also a film about P.T. a few years back called ‘The Greatest Showman’. You get the […]

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‘Appreciation Celebration’ On March 20th

March 13, 2025

The community is invited to an Appreciation Celebration on March 20th, marking Dr. E.F. Gordon’s 130th birthday and honoring those who sustained the 1940s Intersectional Transformative Movement. A spokesperson said, “The Community is Invited – on the 130th birthday of Dr E.F. Gordon – to join in the Appreciation Celebration of the many who sustained […]

Bernews / News

Fisherman Rescued After Vessel Sinks

March 13, 2025

A fisherman was rescued after his vessel struck an unknown object and sank near Challenger Bank. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre [BMOC] spokesperson said, “Monday, 10th March, 9:45 pm. The operator of the 50ft Local Fishing Vessel Attitude Adjustment contacted RCC Bermuda, from onboard the Fishing Vessel Fullish. He reported that they were heading back […]

Demographic shifts bring growth to long-term reinsurance

March 13, 2025

Industry executives discussed the continuing explosion in Bermuda’s long-term reinsurance sector during a Bermuda Risk Summit panel session at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club.
Anam Kahn, a seni…

Bernews / News

BFA Announces Squad For Gold Cup Prelims

March 13, 2025

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has announced the official roster for the Senior Men’s National Team, which will compete in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup Prelims against Honduras. A spokesperson said, “Coach Michael Findlay has finalized the squad that will represent Bermuda in the home-and-away series during the FIFA Match Window in March 2025. This […]

Bernews / News

Mailboxes & Butterfield Offer Shipping Discount

March 13, 2025

Mailboxes and Butterfield Bank have partnered to launch an exclusive campaign in support of Bermuda’s small businesses by offering a 20% discount on shipping when using a Butterfield Business Mastercard. A spokesperson said, “From March 12th 2025, through May 12th, 2025, businesses that use a Butterfield Business Mastercard to pay for imports via Mailboxes will […]

Bernews / News

Writer-In-Residence Programme Concludes

March 13, 2025

The Department of Culture concluded the 2025 Writer-in-Residence Programme with a public reading, highlighting participants’ literary achievements. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Culture hosted the final event of the 2025 Writer-in-Residence Programme on 8 March at the Bermuda National Gallery. The public reading marked the conclusion of the programme, providing participants with an […]

News / Royal Gazette

Report: BTA’s culture of ‘mistrust’ left staff ‘siloed’

March 13, 2025

Bermuda Tourism Authority staff have described the culture of the organisation as unprofessional, domineering, lacking accountability and trust, and one in which they feel “siloed”.
A review of workpl…

News / Royal Gazette

Pomp meets politics as legislature set to reconvene

March 13, 2025

The opening of Parliament, a ceremony steeped in tradition, is set for tomorrow morning, when the legislative agenda for the upcoming year will be delivered before the public.
The Convening of the Leg…