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Minister Tours Riddell's Bay Conservation Area

The Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter Roban, JP, MP recently visited the Riddell's Bay nature reserve and recreation area.

Last year, the Riddell’s Bay (Warwick Parish) Special Development Order (SDO) 2020 established one of the…

DWD Partner With Connectech to Offer Digital Literacy Program

The Department of Workforce Development recently partnered with Connectech Coding, Bermuda’s first technology training centre, to provide job seekers with the opportunity to refresh and develop necessary IT skills to…

COVID-19 Daily Release 1 February 2021

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There were 1587 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update, and one was positive for COVID-19. The new case is classified as imported by a resident who arrived on BA 2233 from London on…

Statement from the Minister of Finance on loans provided to Fairmont Southampton employees

Good afternoon.

On the 23rd October 2020 the employees of the Fairmont Southampton were made redundant. At the time, the hotel ownership was unable to meet its obligation to make redundancy payments in a timely fashion to more than 700…

Minister Ming ~ Severe weather safety advisory

The Bermuda Weather Service (BWS) has advised that weather conditions are expected to deteriorate in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

It's anticipated that the island will experience windy and rainy conditions similar to last Friday and…

Statement from the Premier on the passing of Laverne Furbert

“The very essence of a freedom fighter.” said Premier David Burt today reflecting on the life of former PLP Senator and labour activist Laverne Furbert. “Laverne Furbert was an unwavering force in support of  Bermuda's workers, the…

The Ministry of Health Announces Waitrose Frozen Seafood Recall

The Ministry of Health is advising the public about a recall of Waitrose frozen seafood, sold exclusively at The Supermart on Front Street. This is a voluntary recall because the product may be contaminated with salmonella, which could cause…

Minister Ming Salutes Long Serving Customs Officers

Last week (January 26), the Customs Department observed International Customs Day, and for the occasion, it honoured 27 Customs Officers who have served 10, 15, 30, 35 and 40 years with the service.

Typically as part of the International…

Ministry of Education to Hold Parish Meetings on The Proposed Parish Primary Schools

The Ministry of Education has issued a call to action to the Bermuda community - ‘Parents, Students, Teachers, Business Owners, Seniors, Clergy, Professionals, no matter what your background it takes a parish to ensure the success of all our…

COVID-19 Daily Release 29 January 2021

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There were 300 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update, and one was positive for COVID-19. The new case is classified as local transmission with known contact as they are associated…