Protected Conservation Areas: Riddell’s Bay and White Crest Hill
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to inform this Honourable House of the making of Bermuda’s first Protected Conservation Areas (“PCAs”).
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Mr. Speaker,
This morning I rise to share with this Honourable House the activities that have been put in place in recognition of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which, as declared by the United Nations, will be officially recognized on December 3rd 2022.
Mr. Speaker,
Bermuda College: Audited Financial Statements 2022
Mr. Speaker,
This morning I rise before this Honourable House to lay the 2022 Audited Financial Statements for Bermuda College, as stipulated in Section 8 of the Bermuda College Act, 1974.
Bermuda College 2021-2022 Annual Report
Mr. Speaker,
This morning I rise before this Honourable House to table the Annual Report of the Bermuda College for the year 2021-2022 as required under Section 8 (2) of the Bermuda College Act 1974.
Mr. Speaker,
Brazil loses to Cameroon 1-0 but advances to next round
Vincent Aboubakar scored with a header two minutes into stoppage time in Cameroon’s 1-0 win over Brazil at the World Cup today, a result that still allowed the five-time champions to win the group and…
Frozen bread added to list of duty free goods
Amendments to add frozen bread to the list of items that can be imported without duty fees have been approved by the House of Assembly today.
The Customs Tariff Amendment (No 4) Act 2022 modified the …
The Customs Tariff Amendment (No 4) Act 2022 modified the …
Counterpart offers E&O cover for small businesses
Counterpart, the Los Angeles-based management liability insurtech, has added miscellaneous professional liability insurance to its existing suite of management liability products and services availabl…
BSSF Middle and High School Volleyball Tournament
BSSF Middle and High School Volleyball Tournament (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
House ends in farce after MPs fail to turn up despite ‘put your sneakers on’ plea from Speaker
A meeting of the House of Assembly ended in farce today as not enough MPs returned to the chamber after lunch for the legislative session to continue.
Dennis Lister, the Speaker, made repeated appeals…
Dennis Lister, the Speaker, made repeated appeals…
Commissioner condemns action of Pc guilty of a crime against a woman
Darrin Simons, the Commissioner of Police, has condemned the actions of a constable who pleaded guilty to intruding on the privacy of a female.
Last week Pc Sean Simons admitted to a charge of intrudi…
Last week Pc Sean Simons admitted to a charge of intrudi…
Hotel unveils giant gingerbread house
It took seven chefs two weeks to build and needed 572lb of gingerbread, 540 eggs and 40lb of icing sugar.
But yesterday the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club unveiled a larger-than-life Gingerbread…
But yesterday the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club unveiled a larger-than-life Gingerbread…
List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on December 02, 2022 | Government of Bermuda
The applications shown below are available for review on the Department of Planning’s Customer Self Service
Professional Registration, Engineers: JONATHAN PEDRO | Government of Bermuda
THE PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS REGISTRATION ACT, 1972.Pursuant to Subsection 3 of Section 5 of The Professional Engineers Registration Act, 1972, notice is hereby given that the following name has been entered in the Register of Professional Engineers:- Jonathan Richard Pedro, MASc. MIET. C.Eng
Tabling of the Morgan’s Point Company Act 2022
Good Morning Mr Speaker. Later today in this Honourable House, I will introduce the Morgan’s Point Company Act 2022 for its first reading.
Mr Speaker, the history of the Morgan’s Point site is well known. Honourable Members will recall that a previously little-known expanse of privately owned land in Warwick called Southlands became a rallying point for local conservation when three Bermudians purchased it and outlined plans to transform that site into a hotel.
Tabling of Report: “Assessment of Self-governance Sufficiency in conformity with internationally-recognised standards”
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to table for the information of this Honourable House the report entitled “Assessment of Self- governance Sufficiency in conformity with internationally-recognised standards”. This report, authored by Dr. Carlyle G. Corbin, on behalf of the Government of Bermuda, represents a marked advancement for the project of constitutional reform for Bermuda. Dr. Corbin’s distinguished qualifications are well established and already on record.
NMB Launches Family Photography Exhibit
On Wednesday [Nov 30], the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] opened a new contemporary photography exhibit by Bermudian artist Meredith Andrews. A spokesperson said, “On Wednesday, November 30, the National Museum of Bermuda opened a new contemporary photography exhibit, Homestead, by Bermudian artist Meredith Andrews. Her Excellency Governor Rena Lalgie, Minister Owen Darrell, and NMB […]
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Conservation Areas: Riddell’s Bay & White Crest
In October 2022, Protected Conservation Areas [PCA] were made in relation to Riddell’s Bay in Warwick and White Crest Hill in Smith’s, Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said in the House of Assembly today [Dec 2]. “The PCA process was introduced in 2021 under Section 25A of the Development and Planning Act 1974,” the […]
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South Korea snatch late winner against Portugal to advance
South Korea’s players formed a circle in the centre of the field and trained their eyes on a mobile phone showing a nearby match that would decide their future at the World Cup.
The South Koreans had …
The South Koreans had …
Uruguay beat Ghana but fail to progress from group H
This time, Luis Suarez cried on the sidelines after Uruguay was eliminated from the World Cup despite a 2-0 win over Ghana.
The result also put Ghana out of the competition.
Suarez played a key role i…
The result also put Ghana out of the competition.
Suarez played a key role i…
Protesters against medical waste incinerator present petition to Premier
David Burt has accepted a petition against a medical waste incinerator set to be built in St David’s – but insisted on meeting with protesters privately rather than “in the public domain”.
Mr Burt met…
Mr Burt met…
Minister Updates On Water & Wastewater Plan
“Government believes in protecting our residents by investing in our water and wastewater infrastructure as without this we could not ensure a healthy population nor a healthy environment,” Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said in the House of Assembly today [Dec 2] as he provided an update on the Water and Wastewater plan. […]
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Minister thanks people for hard work and dedication during pandemic
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, today called for continued diligence to help prevent the spread of Covid-19 despite the end of the island’s public health emergency.
Speaking to the House of As…
New board will help steer workforce development plan
The Government will create a new board to lead the island’s Workforce Development Plan, the House of Assembly heard this morning.
Jason Hayward, the Minister of Labour and Economy, told MPs that the n…
Jason Hayward, the Minister of Labour and Economy, told MPs that the n…
Self-Governance Sufficiency Assessment Report
Attorney General Kathy Lynn Simmons tabled the “Assessment Of Self-Governance Sufficiency In Conformity With Internationally-Recognised Standards” report in the House of Assembly today [Dec 2] and the 225-page report can be read in full online at the bottom of this article. “This report, authored by Dr. Carlyle G. Corbin, on behalf of the Government of Bermuda, represents […]
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Delays In Mail Continue Between UK & Bermuda
The Bermuda Post Office [BPO] is advising “that there continue to be delays experienced with international mail between the UK and Bermuda” which is “due to the ongoing Royal Mail industrial action, which is causing delivery delays and service disruptions.” A Government spokesperson said, “The BPO is encouraging residents to post mail items as early […]
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Bermuda unprepared for “full measure of self-governance” – report
A report showed that Bermuda is unprepared for the “full measure of self-governance” according to a series of indicators against which the island’s readiness was measured.
Kathy Lynn Simmons, the Mini…
Kathy Lynn Simmons, the Mini…
Bill tabled to set up Government-owned company to oversee Morgan’s Point
Legislation to create a Government-owned company to oversee Morgan’s Point has been tabled in the House of Assembly this morning.
David Burt said the Morgan’s Point Company will be charged with managi…
David Burt said the Morgan’s Point Company will be charged with managi…
Two plots of land officially named as nature reserves
Plots of land in Warwick and Hamilton Parish have formally been named nature reserves, the House of Assembly heard this morning.
Walter Roban, the Minister of Home Affairs, said that 16.6 acres of for…
Walter Roban, the Minister of Home Affairs, said that 16.6 acres of for…
Saltus Wins BSSF Middle School Volleyball
Saltus Red defeated Saltus White in the Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Boys Volleyball Tournament to equal their girl’s win earlier in the week. Both teams exchanged early points with neither game gaining much advantage throughout the final. Saltus Whites’ Jack Adams gave Saltus Reds a scare with five straight serves giving the underdogs […]
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BNT Christmas Walkabout Set For Tonight
The Bermuda National Trust [BNT] Christmas Walkabout will be held today [Dec 2] from 6.00pm to 9.00pm in St. George’s. A spokesperson said, “The World Heritage Site of St. George’s is the place to be tonight for the Bermuda National Trust Christmas Walkabout from 6.00pm to 9.00pm. “BNT historic homes including Tucker House, The Old […]
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Minors Wins USHJA Hunter Class In Florida
Ki-Juan Minors was back in action competing in the 2022 ESP Pre Charity CSI3* International Horse Jumping event in Wellington Florida. In the 2 feet 6 inches USHJA Hunter Class, Minors, and Last Hurrah claimed the victory. Related Stories Video: Philip Correia On Winning FEI Silver Medal Terceira Wins Class In The Netherlands Three Equestrians […]
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Moore Competes In U.S. Open Championships
Madelynn Moore began competing in the Toyota U.S. Open Swimming Championships in Greensboro, North Carolina. Moore competed in the women’s 50m freestyle B final. Moore finished third touching the wall in a time of 25.75. Related Stories Bermuda Swim Coaches Pick Season’s Top 10 Photos: Swimming Championships Final Day Photos: Swimming Best Of The Best […]
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BSRA Club Championships Day #4 Results
The Bermuda Squash Racquets Association’s Club Championships continued at the Devonshire facility. Six matches on the day went the distance to decide a winner, in the men’s B classic plate division Daniel Ringer defeated Jeff Ingleman 11-5, 9-11, 8-11, 14-12, 11-7, while Aleem Qureshi defeated Shane McDonnell 7-11, 7-11, 11-6, 11-7, 11-9. Owen Rosorea won […]
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Column: Fishing, BOPP, Consultation & More
[Opinion column written by PLP Senator Lindsay Simmons] Your Government believes it is essential to not only lay out the facts after the recent press conference held by the Fisherman’s Association of Bermuda. We also want to assure the public that, as your Government, we remain committed to listening to, respecting, and working in collaboration […]
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St Regis Nominated For Gay Travel Awards
The 2022 Gay Travel Awards has released its list of official nominees, with St. Regis Bermuda among them, having been nominated in the “Hotel Honeymoon” category, alongside resorts in the Maldives, Thailand, and Mexico A statement from the organisation said “The mission of the Gay Travel Awards is to support and promote LGBTQ+ travel and tourism by […]
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Why hasn’t convicted police officer been dismissed yet, ask women’s rights advocates
Women’s rights advocates have condemned the police for failing to dismiss an officer who pleaded guilty to a crime against a woman colleague.
Sean Simons admitted to a charge of intruding on a wom…
Dame Flora Duffy caps whirlwind week with Royal appointment
Dame Flora Duffy hailed a whirlwind week which culminated in a memorable visit to Buckingham Palace to receive one of the most significant medals among her illustrious career.
Just four days on from b…
Just four days on from b…
Lloyd’s chief in Bermuda to build bridges with London
A major market for Bermuda’s reinsurers, Florida, is in danger of becoming largely uninsured if legislators there do not make the right decisions, according to one top-level British insurer.
Patrick …
Patrick …
BLDC chief grilled by protesters over incinerator plan
People worried about a proposed medical waste facility in St David’s confronted the chief executive of the Bermuda Land Development Company over their concerns at a public meeting.
Andrew Dias took q…
Andrew Dias took q…
Northshore Medical Turkey Trot 8K On Sunday
Swan’s Running Club is getting set to host the Northshore Medical Turkey Trot 8K Run or Walk event on Sunday [Dec 4]. The event website says, “Start times are: walk at 8:00am, run at 8:30am. “Run categories include Open: 18-39; Masters: 40-49; Seniors: 50-59; Veterans: 60+ [minimum age for the run is 12, however there […]
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Onuri Smith Appears In ‘Colour And Light’ Film
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian actor, singer and dancer Onuri Smith has appeared in a short musical film celebrating the life of American composer and songwriter Stephen Sondheim. Smith featured in an ensemble cast in Colour and Light [In Memory of Stephen Sondheim], the title of one of Sondheim’s beloved numbers, as part of a […]
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Moseley & McKendree Conclude Invitational
Finn Moseley and his McKendree University men’s swimming & diving teammates concluded competing in the Mizzou Invitational held at the Mizzou Aquatic Center. In the 100 yard freestyle B final, Moseley finished 8th touching the wall in a time of 46.71 and he also swam the second leg for the McKendree men’s 400 yard freestyle relay […]
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Mosaic Builds Out Global Tax Liability Team
Tax specialists Will Gay and Ze’ev Deutsch have joined Mosaic Insurance’s transactional liability team, boosting the global specialty firm’s tax-risk capability. A spokesperson said, “Based in London, Gay will be Head of International Tax, Transactional Liability for Mosaic, leading development of tax insurance underwriting on risks arising outside North America. Deutsch, who joins Mosaic’s New […]
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Ruthless PHC run riot in thrashing of Boulevard
Boulevard 0 PHC 9
PHC moved to within a point of leaders North Village after thrashing Boulevard 9-0 at Goose Gosling Field last night.
Substitute Jenico Sealey led the rout with a hat-trick wit…
Bumper night of action on day four of Bermuda Squash Club Championships
A bumper evening of action took place on the courts on Thursday night with more than 30 matches played in the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association’s Club Championships.
One player who had it easy thoug…
One player who had it easy thoug…
Bermuda To Host ICC T20 Cricket Tournament
[Written by Patrick Bean] After missing out on reaching the recent finals of the ICC T20 World Cup in Australia — won by England — the Bermuda Cricket Bermuda is going all out in its attempt to have Bermuda qualify for the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup, which is set to be held in the […]
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76-Year-Old Woman In ICU After Collision
A 76-year-old woman is in the ICU following a two vehicle collision in Warwick, and a 69-year-old man was injured in a separate single vehicle collision in Pembroke. 76-Year-Old Woman In ICU After Collision In Warwick A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday 30th November 2022, police received reports of a serious […]
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