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Advancing Bermuda's Digital Future: Announcing Google’s Land Lease Agreement

Good afternoon, Premier, Minister Burch and our guests from Google who are joining us here, and all who are watching this press conference. Thank you for joining us today for this important announcement.  

Premier Burt Remarks - Signing of the Lease Agreement with Google

Good afternoon, Deputy Premier, Minister Burch, Area MPs from St David’s Minister Tinee Furbert & Lovita Foggo, MP Neville Tyrell, representatives from Google, members of the team from the Bermuda Land Management Company, members of the media…

Minister Burch Remarks - Signing of the Lease Agreement with Google

Good afternoon – I’m pleased to join in this celebration of the successful conclusion of negotiations for this lease arrangement with Google. This day marks a milestone in this journey. 

Many sentiments have already been expressed by…

In response to the recent release of Devaun Cox

Today, the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Sen. the Hon. Kim Wilkerson, released the following statement in response to Devaun Cox's recent release from custody.

"I recognise that this case has reignited concerns about…

October 2024 Retail Sales Index

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the October 2024 Retail Sales Index publication (attached). 

October’s volume of retail sales index increased 1.4 per cent compared to last year.  In…

October 2024 Consumer Price Index

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the Department of Statistics' October 2024 Consumer Price Index (attached).

In summary, consumers paid 1.1 per cent more in October 2024 than a year ago for the basket of goods and…

Ministry Responds to Sandys Secondary Middle School Closure

Sandys Secondary Middle School has resumed classes after being closed for two consecutive days due to an unscheduled teacher sickout.

The Ministry of Education and the Board of Governors of Sandys Secondary Middle School (SSMS)  have…

Government Moves Forward with Office of The Public Guardian to Support Vulnerable Persons

The Government of Bermuda is making progress on its pledge, first announced in the 2020 Throne Speech, to create an Office of The Public Guardian (OPG). The OPG will offer independent assistance to seniors, persons with disabilities, and others…

New Pedestrian Crosswalk Lights Arrive in Bermuda, Enhancing Road Safety Islandwide

"The arrival of these flashing amber lights is important in enhancing road safety for all," said Minister of Public Works, Lt. Col. the Hon. David A. Burch, OBE (Mil), ED, JP, MP.

The Ministry of Public Works has welcomed the latest…

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Pupillage Programme as Selection Process Continues

The Ministry of Justice, through the Attorney-General's Chambers, is pleased to reaffirm its commitment to supporting the next generation of Bermudian legal professionals through its Pupillage Programme. This initiative provides aspiring lawyers…