Bermuda News Updates

Parliament: Order Of Business For February 9th

February 8, 2024

The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Feb 9] and statements listed on the Order Paper include the National Training Board Annual Report 2019-2023, the Employment Act Procedural Guidance for Determining Substantial Degree Work with Respect to the Distribution of Tips and Other Gratuities, Addressing Street Harassment and the Office of the […]

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Repair Work Begin On Lighthouse Motor

February 8, 2024

The Department of Marine and Ports Services is “presently working on repairing the electric drive gearbox motor at the Gibbs Hill Lighthouse.” A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier this week, the light ceased rotating due to a mechanical malfunction in the engine, prompting its immediate shutdown. “The Department of Marine and Ports Services has since removed […]

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Weather Forecast For Friday February 9

February 8, 2024

Friday February 9 is expected to see a few clouds from time to time, with the high to be near 18°C/64°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 47%. Sunrise will be at 7:07am and […]

Naomi MacGuinness shines again in Primary School Cross-Country Championships

February 8, 2024

On a day when siblings came to the fore at the Bermuda School Sports Federation Primary School Cross-Country Championships, Naomi MacGuinness put up a brilliant display to win the girls over-9 title a…

Dandy Town on search for new coach after Aaron Denkins steps down

February 8, 2024

Dandy Town are on the search for their fourth permanent head coach in as many years after Aaron Denkins reluctantly relinquished the role.
Devarr Boyles, president of Western Stars Sports Club, confir…

BSSF Middle School Cross Country

February 8, 2024

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Morris Competes In Scarlet & White Track Meet

February 8, 2024

Sanaa Morris and her Howard University women’s track & field teammates participated in the Boston University Bruce Lehane Scarlet & White at the Boston University-Track & Tennis Center. In the women’s 200 meters, Morris placed 86th overall, securing 5th place in Heat 17 with a time of 26.12. In the women’s 400 meters, Morris finished […]

Government / Official Gazette

COMMON REPORTING STANDARD LIST OF REPORTING JURISDICTIONS 2023 REPORTING PERIOD | Government of Bermuda

February 8, 2024

COMMON REPORTING STANDARD LIST OF REPORTABLE JURISDICTIONS 2023 REPORTING PERIOD

Government / Official Gazette

COUNTRY BY COUNTRY REPORTING C LIST OF REPORTABLE JURISDICTIONS 2022 & 2023 REPORTING PERIODS | Government of Bermuda

February 8, 2024

COUNTRY BY COUNTRY REPORTING C LIST OF REPORTABLE JURISDICTIONS 2022 & 2023 REPORTING PERIODS ______________________________________________________________________________

Government / Official Gazette

PATI BERMUDA POST OFFICE STAMP DESIGN ADVISORY COMMITTEE INFORMATION STATEMENT | Government of Bermuda

February 8, 2024

BERMUDA PUBLIC ACCESS TO INFORMATION (INFORMATION STATEMENT) STAMP DESIGN ADVISORY COMMITTEE NOTICE 2024 GN / 2024

Government / Official Gazette

MINISTRY OF THE CABINET OFFICE PATI INFORMATION STATEMENT STAMP DESIGN ADVISORY COMMITTEE BERMUDA POST OFFICE | Government of Bermuda

February 8, 2024

GOVERNMENT OF BERMUDAMINISTRY OF THE CABINET OFFICEPATI Information StatementName of Public Authority: STAMP DESIGN ADVISORY COMMITTEEIntroduction:The Public Access to Information (PATI) Act 2010, commits all public authorities to makeinformation available to the public as part of their normal activities. The PATI Act 2010 furtherrequires each public authority to prepare an information statement describing the followinginformation about the authority: Structure and organization, and governing legislation;

Government / Official Gazette

STAMP DESIGN ADVISORY COMMITTEE BERMUDA POST OFFICE | Government of Bermuda

February 8, 2024

BERMUDA APPOINTMENTS STAMP DESIGN ADVISORY COMMITTEE) (BERMUSA POST OFFICE) NOTICE 2024 GN / 2024 The Minister of The Cabinet Office is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 2rd January 2024, under the applicable Legislation unless otherwise indicated.

Government / Official Gazette

SENIOR LEGAL AID COUNSEL LEGAL AID OFFICE | Government of Bermuda

February 8, 2024

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. ACTING APPOINTMENT SENIOR LEGAL AID COUNSEL MINISTRY OF LEGAL AFFAIRS

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Fiona Holmes Earns AFP Bermuda Scholarship

February 8, 2024

The Association of Fundraising Professionals [AFP] Bermuda Chapter announced that the Chamberlain Scholarship Award winner is Fiona Holmes, Development Director of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “This scholarship provides funding for Ms. Holmes to attend the International Conference of the Association of Fundraising Professionals which is set to be held […]

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Amazon’s Soraya Wright To Speak At Summit

February 8, 2024

Soraya Wright, Global Head of Corporate Risk & Claims at Amazon, will close the second day of the 2024 Bermuda Risk Summit, presented by the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA], in partnership with the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] and EY. A spokesperson said, “Ms. Wright has over 30 years of experience managing […]

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Fishel & Chelsea Advance To Cup Semi-Finals

February 8, 2024

Mia Fishel and her Chelsea women teammates made progress into the semi-finals of the Continental Tyres League Cup thanks to two headers from Sjoeke Nusken, a goal from the boot of Aggie Beever-Jones, and two more goals from Fran Kirby defeating Sunderland 5 – 0. “This was the first meeting between these two sides in […]

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End-To-End Offers Chance To Win Airline Tickets

February 8, 2024

This year’s Convex End-to-End event will be held on April 27th, and the organizers have welcomed BermudAir as a sponsor, with participants entered a draw to win two Business Class tickets to any BermudAir regular destination. A spokesperson said, “The Convex End-to-End has announced a date change for this year’s flagship charitable event. The 2024 End-to-End will take […]

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Kenny Leseur & Butler Begin Big East Match

February 8, 2024

Kenny Leseur and his Butler University men’s golf teammates are competing at the Big East Match Play which is taking place at the Bear Lakes Country Club in West Palm Beach, Florida. It has brought together eight of the Big East’s men’s golf programs in a unique format to begin the spring portion of the […]

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MS Reinsurance Donated $200K To Charity

February 8, 2024

MS Reinsurance revealed its contribution of US$200,000 to Bermudian charities in 2023, complemented by team members’ volunteered hours. A spokesperson said, “MS Reinsurance, the global reinsurer, announces that it donated US$200,000 to local Bermuda charities throughout 2023, as well as dedicated hours of volunteering by team members. Most recently, colleagues in Bermuda teamed up with […]

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Nahki Wells Scores In Penalty Shootout

February 8, 2024

Nahki Wells converted his penalty in Bristol City’s shootout away to Nottingham Forest in their FA Cup fourth-round replay – although his team lost 5-3 on penalties. The match finished 1-1 after regulation time, with Wells coming on as a 75th-minute substitute. Wells scored his team’s third penalty in the shootout. Taiwo Awoniyi netted the […]

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Bowling: Pinsplitters & New Comers Win

February 8, 2024

Second Spring Senior Bowling league action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Blue Angels and league leaders Last Pin draw 2 – 2, the Pinsplitters defeat the Islanders 4 – 0, and the New Comers defeat the Star Lites 4 – 0. Men Handicap Game: 237 Nathan Stevens 218 McNeil Simmons Handicap Series: 631 Nathan […]

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Boxer Saundre Simmons Ready For Weigh-in

February 8, 2024

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian boxer Saundre “Dash” Simmons will weigh in for his second professional fight at the H.U.T. Bar and Grill in Sevierville, Tennesee, tomorrow [February 9]. Simmons takes the next step in his pro career when he faces American Jayvone Dafney in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, on Saturday. The 26-year-old will look to […]

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White Mountains Reports Q4 2023 Results

February 8, 2024

White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. reported book value per share of $1,656 and adjusted book value per share of $1,704 as of December 31, 2023. Book value per share and adjusted book value per share both increased 7% in the fourth quarter of 2023 and 14% in the year ended December 31, 2023, including dividends.” […]

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Warwick Re Closes $500M Agreement

February 8, 2024

Warwick Re Ltd, a Bermuda-based reinsurance company, announced the “closing of a quota share reinsurance agreement to support Just Group plc, a leading UK BPA insurer, for a circa. $500 million transaction completed in December 2023.” A spokesperson said, “This is an inaugural transaction for Warwick Re, a provider of innovative reinsurance solutions to cedants […]

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 7 2024

February 8, 2024

February 7 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,132.47, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 49 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 6 […]

News / Royal Gazette

Biker injured in multi-vehicle collision

February 8, 2024

A woman motorist is believed to have suffered head injuries in a multi-vehicle collision in Paget tonight.
The victim was riding a motorcycle that was involved in a collision with a number of cars on…

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Collision Involving Motorcycle & Cars In Paget

February 7, 2024

A “multi vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and several cars” occurred tonight [Feb 7] in Paget, with the police saying “it is believed that a female motorcyclist may have sustained a head injury in the collision.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 8pm on Wednesday 7th of February 2024, police and other first responders were […]

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Domestic Violence Awareness Talk On Feb 16

February 7, 2024

Madeline ‘Maddy’ Brockert — a domestic abuse survivor and award-winning advocate from the USA — will take part in a local educational series. A spokesperson said, “The event, a collaboration with Bermuda is Love, will be held at the Bermuda Under Water Exploration Institute [BUEI] on 16 February 2024 at 6PM. It is part of […]

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Video: Universal Mental Health Care Plan

February 7, 2024

Minister of Health Kim Wilson and Dr. Anna Neilson-Williams provided information on the Universal Health Coverage Acute Adult Mental Health Integrated Care Pathway initiative. Speaking at a press conference today, Minister of Health Kim Wilson stated, “Thank you for joining us this morning as I and Dr. Anna Neilson-Williams, Chief of Psychiatry at the Bermuda […]

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Jomeko Mallory Earns Red Seal Certification

February 7, 2024

Jomeko Mallory was recognized at a ceremony today for completing the Culinary Arts Apprenticeship and achieving the Red Seal certification. A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier today, the Minister of Economy and Labour, Hon. Jason Hayward, participated in the Culinary Arts Apprenticeship award ceremony, held at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, recognising Jomeko Mallory for […]

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Scientists Explore “Category 6″ Designation

February 7, 2024

A pair of scientists have produced a paper that explores the options of adding another category of hurricanes, suggesting that a new Category 6 should include any storm with wind speeds above 192 miles per hour. The Saffir-Simpson scale currently goes from Category 1 to 5, and the study — published Monday in the Proceedings […]

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BMOC Responds To ‘Deep State’ Distress Call

February 7, 2024

The Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre [BMOC] responded to an emergency signal from the 35-foot vessel Deep State, resulting in the boat being towed by the fishing craft Attitude Adjustment. A BMOC spokesperson said, “RCC Bermuda received a broken Pan Pan urgency broadcast from the 35-foot Centre Console, Deep State. “The boat was to the east […]

Positive Image Dental shoot to the top in ball hockey league

February 7, 2024

Positive Image Dental defeated Hamilton Princess 7-4 at Pembroke Community Club on Monday to shoot to the top in the Bermuda Ball Hockey Association league.
It was the eighth win of the season for Po…

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Govt Honours Department Of Education Retirees

February 7, 2024

The Government congratulated retiring members of the Department of Education, recognizing their years of dedicated service at a recent reception. The Government said, “Congratulations to the retiring members of the Department of Education. The department recently held a reception to honour their years of dedicated service. The Minister of Education and the Commissioner of Education […]

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Endeavour Releases Impact Report

February 7, 2024

Endeavour, a Bermuda-registered charity that builds self-confidence and life skills by engaging diverse youth across Bermuda in experiential learning through sailing, released its 2022 Impact Report. A spokesperson said, “The report illuminates Endeavour’s hands-on learning activities that help students learn by doing as they explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math or STEAM education through […]

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Feb 7 2024

February 7, 2024

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 7] include acting appointments, notice of intention to construct a controlled plant and notification of planning applications registered. Acting Appointment – David C. Simmons Notice type Government Notice Notice sub type Acting Appointments Notice ID GN0117/2024 Public Authorities / Department Marine and Ports Services Publication date 07 February, 2024 […]

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30 Minute Video: Feb 7 ZBM Evening News

February 7, 2024

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 Salvation Army Expresses Gratitude

February 7, 2024

The Salvation Army said they “would like to take this opportunity to express to the generous people of Bermuda its heartfelt appreciation in supporting our Christmas Campaign in 2023.” A spokesperson said, “Your charitable support of our work is outstanding! We appreciate all who have contributed time and resources in making our Campaign a huge success […]

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Live Video: OBA Town Hall In Pembroke

February 7, 2024

The One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] is holding another town hall this evening [Feb 7] with the party previously saying the “town halls will give members of the public an opportunity to voice their concerns with the party and discuss important topics such as the economy, healthcare, housing and education.” Related Stories Video: Government Press Conference […]

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National School Counseling Week Celebrated

February 7, 2024

“The Department of Education is joining school districts in North America to mark National School Counseling Week this week. A Government spokesperson said, “Celebrated annually during the first week of February, National School Counseling Week aims to focus attention on the unique contribution of school counselors to the Bermuda Public School System, and the impact […]

News / Royal Gazette

Pro-Palestinian documentary to be screened at BUEI

February 7, 2024

A controversial documentary film that criticises Israel’s treatment of Palestinians is to be screened at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute over the weekend.

Israelism follows two Americ…

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Larry Mussenden named Bermuda’s new Chief Justice

February 7, 2024

Larry Mussenden has been appointed as the island’s new Chief Justice by Rena Lalgie, the Governor.
Mr Justice Mussenden, 60, a former senator as well as Director of Public Prosecutions, officially tak…

News / Royal Gazette

Protesting cabbies denied entry at TCD

February 7, 2024

Cabbies were denied the opportunity to stage a protest in the Transport Control Department’s parking lot this morning, with traffic officers turning them away.
According to the Bermuda Taxi Owners an…

News / Royal Gazette

Taxi drivers stage protest at TCD

February 7, 2024

Taxi drivers stage protest at TCD (Photographs by Akil Simmons

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Tourism authority discloses payments to US celebrity

February 7, 2024

Records of payments made by taxpayers to an American celebrity who was quietly appointed to the Bermuda Tourism Authority by David Burt, the Premier, have been made public.
The disclosure by the BTA s…

Government / Official Gazette

Acting Appointment – David C. Simmons | Government of Bermuda

February 7, 2024

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO._______ ACTING APPOINTMENT DIRECTOR, DEPARTMENT OF MARINE & PORTS SERVICES MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT

BEDC celebrating their second expo in Sandys

February 7, 2024

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation is calling their most recent annual Small Business Expo a success.
This event, the second of its kind held in the Somerset Economic Empowerment Zone, promo…

Moody’s: storms are causing a crisis of affordability

February 7, 2024

Bermuda could see a more active hurricane season, fuelled by warmer ocean temperatures, journalists learnt at an online briefing by ratings agency Moody’s.
In the central Atlantic, the sea surface tem…

Government / Official Gazette

Notice of Intention to Construct a Controlled Plant Paget Health Services | Government of Bermuda

February 7, 2024

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. CLEAN AIR ACT NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CONSTRUCT A CONTROLLED PLANT Pursuant to Part II of the Clean Air Rules 1993,

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List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on February 7, 2024 | Government of Bermuda

February 7, 2024

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.