Bermuda News Updates

Air Service Development Update – Remarks from the Minister of Transport, the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP

October 18, 2023

Good afternoon.

Following my appointment, a year ago, I was asked by the media what is the top issue I would tackle first. My answer was that I had three priorities, they were:

#1. Air Service Development
#2. Air Service Development and
#3. Air service development.

At the Ministry of Transport, our priorities have not changed.

Bernews / News

Tina Nash Retiring As WindReach Director

October 18, 2023

The Directors of WindReach have announced that Executive Director, Tina Nash will be retiring from the position effective October 31. A spokesperson said, “Mrs Nash joined WindReach in June 2020 and was immediately faced with the challenge of navigating the physically hands-on, people-orientated organisation through the COVID pandemic. Tina engaged the staff and participants to […]

Bernews / News

Ministers Discuss Upcoming Throne Speech

October 18, 2023

Cabinet Ministers convened “to discuss and review priorities for the upcoming Throne Speech” which will be delivered on November 3rd. The Premier posted the image below on X and said, “Yesterday, Cabinet Ministers convened during our annual retreat to discuss and review priorities for the upcoming Throne Speech to be delivered on 3 Nov. “It […]

Bernews / News

Women’s Resource Centre Awareness Campaign

October 18, 2023

The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] has launched a powerful awareness campaign for Domestic Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. A spokesperson said, “The campaign, designed to raise awareness and educate the community on the insidious cycle of abuse, is a collaboration with the former Commissioner of the New York City Mayor’s Office to Combat Domestic Violence. […]

Bernews / News

NMB Free Virtual Lecture On Bermuda Stone

October 18, 2023

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is resuming its ‘Bermuda in the Atlantic World’ lecture series with a free virtual lecture on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at 5:30 pm. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is continuing its Bermuda and the Atlantic World lecture series with a free virtual lecture on Wednesday, November 1, […]

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Silver Hyundai “Removed” From Parking Lot

October 18, 2023

The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating a silver Hyundai i10 car which was “reported removed from St. Augustine’s Church parking lot in Pembroke” today. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating a silver Hyundai i10 car with license plate 37855, reported […]

News / Royal Gazette

Supply ship diverts to island after crew member falls sick

October 18, 2023

A Canadian supply ship turned to Bermuda this week to get a crew member medical assistance.
According to a recent incident report, on Monday afternoon RCC Bermuda was contacted by Meyer Shipping and t…

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Gombey Festival Postponed Until November 4

October 18, 2023

The Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Sport has decided to postpone the Gombey Festival Showcase to November 4, 2023. A Government spokesperson said, “Due to inclement weather forecast for this weekend, the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Sport has decided to postpone the Gombey Festival Showcase until Saturday, 4 November, 2023. “Following discussions between the […]

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KEMH Main Entrance To Be Closed On Saturday

October 18, 2023

King Edward VII Memorial Hospital’s main Point Finger Road entrance will close on Saturday 20 October to enable minor excavation works. A spokesperson said, “The Point Finger Road entrance to the hospital’s staff parking area [located near Berry Hill Road] should be used. “Personnel will be at the scene to advise drivers. Please follow their […]

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Police Appeal For Witnesses After Shooting

October 18, 2023

The police are searching for a suspect following a shooting today [Oct 18] in which a “lone suspect riding a motorcycle discharged a firearm in the direction of two males who were standing outside the nearby Bermy Cuisine restaurant” with the police noting that no one was injured and “the brazenness of his incident is […]

Mikle Dill continues encouraging start to bodybuilding career

October 18, 2023

Bermudian bodybuilder Mikle Dill says a fire has been lit inside him after competing at the NPC Worldwide Olympia Amateur Italy in Milan.
The 25-year-old, who opted to quit rugby in pursuit of a bodyb…

Bernews / News

Ship Crew Member Treated In Bermuda

October 18, 2023

Canadian vessel Atlantic Condor diverted to Bermuda as a Canadian crewmember had abdominal pains which required medical assistance; with the patient safely transferred ashore and rejoining the ship later on for its journey to Canada. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre [BMOC] spokesperson said, “RCC Bermuda was advised by local shipping agent Meyers, that the 2334GRT […]

Bernews / News

Musician Chef B Cooking Up A Musical Treat

October 18, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian singer-songwriter Brady Cordeiro has been busy making moves in the music industry as he prepares to head to Los Angeles to chase his dreams in the new year. Mr Cordeiro, who performs under the name Chef B, has raised his profile by entering an online NCAA-style tournament for upcoming artists, […]

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Live Video: Minister Holds Press Conference

October 18, 2023

Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert is holding a press conference regarding recent air service developments, we will have additional information later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Minister & Airport Chair On Airline Service Jackson: “Devastating Blow” For Tourism “Encouraged By Level Of Interest In Bermuda” Canadian Family […]

Bernews / News

Kole Hall Undergoes Successful Surgery

October 18, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda forward Kole Hall has undergone successful surgery on a knee injury and says he “can’t wait to get back out there” for Vanarama National League North side Chester. The 25-year-old, who signed a new deal at Chester last summer, made seven appearances this season, scoring one goal, before learning he […]

Bernews / News

BUEI Raffle To Support Education Programmes

October 18, 2023

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is selling raffle tickets until November 1st, with the funds raised to support their Educational Programmes and the operation of the Ocean Discovery Centre. A spokesperson said, “BUEI is excited to announce the sale of our Raffle Tickets running now to the 1st of November. All funds raised from […]

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Hodgkins Named In Canada Rugby Squad

October 18, 2023

Bermudian Jamin Hodgkins has been named in a Canada provisional squad for the four-team La Vila International Rugby Cup in Villajoyosa, Spain. Hodgkins, who has represented Bermuda Under-19, has been named in a 41-man squad, which will be cut to 32, set to play Spain on November 11 and the winners of the United States […]

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Column: MP Adams On Admiralty House Plan

October 18, 2023

[Column written by MP Jache Adams] As the Member of Parliament for Pembroke West, it pleases me greatly that the Government has entered into a public-private partnership with Age Concern Bermuda for the redevelopment of the Admiralty House Ballroom for the primary benefit of Seniors. Admiralty Park is the center of the constituency, Families and […]

Government / Official Gazette

List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on October 18, 2022 | Government of Bermuda

October 18, 2023

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

News / Royal Gazette

Magistrate blasts ‘useless’ Police Complaints Authority

October 18, 2023

A magistrate has described the Police Complaints Authority as a “useless body which lacks the public’s confidence” over the way it handled a complaint he made about two officers.
Khamisi Tokunbo firs…

Climate change could sink Bermuda

October 18, 2023

Most of Bermuda could be underwater in another 50 to 100 years, one natural disaster expert has warned.
“That would be if the Antarctic and Greenland Ice Sheets really started breaking up,” seismolog…

Information governance offers career opportunities for Bermudians

October 18, 2023

Information governance is a growing area of career opportunity for Bermudians, the island’s Privacy Commissioner said on Tuesday at a meeting of privacy professionals at the Hamilton Princess & Be…

Point of sale insurance expected to grow

October 18, 2023

Consumers will increasingly be able to buy insurance at the point of purchase for almost anything important including travel, cars, homes, but also for a host of consumer goods.
Is it easier to buy tr…

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UN Decolonization Committee Meets

October 18, 2023

The United Nations Fourth Committee on Decolonization approved nineteen draft resolutions during their recent session. The United Nations maintains a list of what they deem to be “Non-Self-Governing Territories”, and Bermuda is included, having been listed since 1946; with all the other British Overseas Territories are listed as well. Along with Bermuda, the jurisdictions listed are […]

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Mulderig Creates A Bermuda Wonderland

October 18, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian author and illustrator Elizabeth Mulderig has created an interactive exhibit called Bermuda Wonderland, aimed at “children and children at heart”, which opens at the Bermuda National Gallery on Friday [October 20]. Inspired by Alice in Wonderland, the show explores the island’s parishes through the lens of the beloved children’s novel […]

Bernews / News

Wallpaper Wednesday: Lipstick Bermuda Flag

October 18, 2023

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a Bermuda flag lip design. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes below, and […]

Bernews / News

Chowdhury Makes Women Role Model List

October 18, 2023

Najiyah Chowdhury has been named in the Heroes Women Role Model Top 100 List, recognising leaders championing women in business and driving gender diversity in the workplace. Ms Chowdhury is a senior manager at Ernest & Young in wealth and asset management. According to the heroes.involverolemodels.org website, during her time as an audit manager at […]

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Ignite Bermuda Hiring Enablement Manager

October 18, 2023

Ignite Bermuda announced a new job opportunity for an Enablement Manager. A spokesperson said, “Ignite Bermuda, the leading private accelerator in Bermuda, is excited to announce a new job opportunity for an Enablement Manager. This role is integral to our mission of helping entrepreneurs and community leaders test, grow, and find scalable solutions for their businesses […]

Bernews / News

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 17 2023

October 18, 2023

October 17 saw 2,100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $12,750.00 BD. 100 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 1.8% at $27.50 per share, while another 2,000 shares were traded by Devonshire Industries Ltd, closing up 5.3% at $5.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,113.17, up […]

Coach Michael Findlay backs Bermuda to come good despite draw

October 18, 2023

While dismayed that his team did not secure maximum points against Belize at the Flora Duffy Stadium last night, Bermuda football coach Michael Findlay is convinced they can still earn Nations League …

Captain Dale Eve curses missed opportunities as Bermuda draw with Belize

October 17, 2023

Bermuda 1 Belize 1

Captain Dale Eve was disappointed at his side’s failure to take their chances after Bermuda were held to a disappointing draw by Belize in the Concacaf Nations League at the Fl…

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Butterfield Championships Gets Underway

October 17, 2023

The Butterfield Bermuda Championship Local Qualifier competition got underway at Port Royal Golf Club. Three Bermudian golfers will be offered qualifying spots to compete in Bermuda’s fifth annual PGA TOUR event alongside Michael Sims who was given an exemption into the Tournament. After two rounds Camiko Smith leads the field by 2 strokes, after his […]

Bernews / News

Football: Bermuda vs Belize Ends In 1-1 Draw

October 17, 2023

The Bermuda men’s football team faced Belize this evening [Oct 17] at the Dame Flora Duffy South Field Stadium as part of the 2023 Concacaf Nations League [CNL] Group Phase, resulting in a 1-1 draw. Kane Crichlow of Bermuda scored in the 37th minute providing Bermuda with a 1-0 lead, while Belize’s Eldon Reneau converted […]

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New Jayde Gibbons Exhibit Opens At NMB

October 17, 2023

FAMILY [FAM, I Love You], a new exhibit by Jayde Gibbons, was officially opened by Governor Rena Lalgie at the National Museum of Bermuda, with approximately 150 guests present. A spokesperson said, “In the exhibit, Gibbons explores the enduring power of family and community bonds in the face of profound sorrow and bereavement in this […]

Bernews / News

Video: UK Committee On Overseas Territories

October 17, 2023

The House of Commons Procedure Committee held a hearing about the relationship with the British Overseas Territories, covering legislation, the possibility of representation for the Overseas Territories in the UK Parliament and more. The official website said, “The Committee has been asked by the Speaker to examine options for Overseas Territories representation with the House of […]

Bernews / News

Minister Addresses 45th Global Privacy Assembly

October 17, 2023

The Minister of the Cabinet Office and Tourism Vance Campbell, delivered the opening remarks at the ongoing Global Privacy Assembly [GPA] in Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “As the public is aware, the prestigious Global Privacy Assembly [GPA] is currently taking place in Bermuda at the Hamilton Princess. “The global forum brings together more than […]

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Do You Own One? 57 Motorcycles In Impound

October 17, 2023

The police have 57 motorcycles in their impound — with 29 listed as recovered stolen motorcycles — and people are encouraged to review the list of registration numbers to identify any vehicle that may belong to them, as registered owners may be able to reclaim their vehicles. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service […]

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Video: Amendments To The Stamp Duty Act

October 17, 2023

The Bermuda Government today released a short video highlighting its Stamp Duty Amendment Act 2023. A Government spokesperson said, “In March 2023, the Bermuda Government made revisions to the Stamp Duty Act of 1976 with the aim of aiding first-time homebuyers and enhancing the equity of stamp duty fees. These changes involved increasing the exemption […]

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ICO Advisory: Continuity Of PATI Processes

October 17, 2023

The Information Commissioner issued Interim Guidance on the “Continuity of PATI processes” following the cyber security incident, which “addresses departments’ response to PATI requests while the restoration of access to electronic public records is ongoing, engagement with PATI requesters, and searches of unofficial systems, such as Gmail or WhatsApp.” A spokesperson said, “Information Commissioner Gitanjali […]

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Oct 17 2023

October 17, 2023

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 17] include acting appointments and notice of intended marriage. Compendium To Acting Appointment Of Mrs.Pamela Burrows As Financial Secretary During The Period October 3rd To October 10th 2023 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0801/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: […]

Camiko Smith in pole position in Local Qualifier

October 17, 2023

Camiko Smith emerged is in pole position to claim a spot in the Butterfield Bermuda Championship after the first two rounds of the Local Qualifier on Tuesday.
Smith finished level par after 36 holes a…

Live blog: Bermuda v Belize

October 17, 2023

Bermuda men’s senior team return to action as they take on Belize in the group stages of the Concacaf Nations League at the Flora Duffy Stadium.
Michael Findlay’s side will be going in search of a sec…

Sompo appoints Redouane El Oulhani to post in growing France office

October 17, 2023

Sompo International, the Bermudian-based global provider of commercial and consumer property and casualty (re)insurance, has appointed Redouane El Oulhani as head of distribution and client relationsh…

Borr Drilling appoints former banker Currie, CEO Schorn to board

October 17, 2023

A former banker at Goldman Sachs has been appointed to the board of directors of Borr Drilling Limited, the Bermudian-based oilfield services company.
Jeffrey Currie, who recently retired from Goldman…

Bank share prices rise

October 17, 2023

The RG/BSX Index closed on Tuesday at 2,113.17, up 26.40 points (1.27 per cent).
Two thousand shares in Devonshire Industries Ltd changed hands on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The stock closed at $5.00…

Government / News

Amendments to the Stamp Duty Act 2023

October 17, 2023

The Bermuda Government today released a short video highlighting its Stamp Duty Amendment Act 2023.

In March 2023, the Bermuda Government made revisions to the Stamp Duty Act of 1976 with the aim of aiding first-time homebuyers and enhancing the equity of stamp duty fees. These changes involved increasing the exemption threshold, abolishing stamp duty fees for mortgage transfers, and implementing a system of marginal rates.

News / Royal Gazette

Family exhibition opens at National Museum of Bermuda

October 17, 2023

A new exhibit by local artist Jayde Gibbons opened its doors at the National Museum of Bermuda on Friday.
Ms Gibbons’ exhibit, entitled Family (Fam, I Love You), focuses on the power of family and com…

News / Royal Gazette

Stamp-duty reforms covered in new government video

October 17, 2023

The Government has released a video to highlight changes in the stamp duty intended to help first-time homebuyers.
The changes, introduced in March, increased the exception threshold, ended stamp duty…

News / Royal Gazette

Impounded vehicles to be destroyed if not claimed

October 17, 2023

The Bermuda Police Service has warned owners to collect their impounded vehicles in the next three weeks or they could be destroyed.
A police spokesman said the BPS has 57 motorcycles at its Prospect,…

Aspen partners with Ki Insurance

October 17, 2023

Bermudian-based Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited has announced an industry-first partnership with London-headquartered Ki Insurance to provide digital follow capacity through Ki’s Lloyd’s platform fro…