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May 2025 Retail Sales Index

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the May 2025 Retail Sales Index publication. 

May’s volume of retail sales index decreased 0.6 per cent compared to last year.…

Royal Bermuda Regiment – 60th Anniversary

Mr. Speaker, today I rise to celebrate, with this Honourable House, the sixtieth anniversary of the Royal Bermuda Regiment and the proud legacy of service it represents. The Regiment’s story began on 1 September 1965, when the…

Update on Policing Operations and Community Safety

Mr. Speaker, recent violent incidents have caused understandable concern across our community. People are asking what is being done, and they deserve clear answers. I rise today to update this Honourable House on the actions…

Workforce Development Updates

Mr. Speaker,
I rise today to provide Honourable Members with an update on the work that the Ministry of Economy and Labour is undertaking to ensure Bermudians are equipped with the skills, opportunities, and support they need…

Work Permit Policy 2025

Mr Speaker,
I rise today to inform Honourable Members of this House of the Department of Immigration’s Work Permit Policy 2025 which is laid in the House today and which will take effect 1 November 2025.

The Government’…

The Successful Launch of Shorelink Phase II Real-Time Information

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to inform this Honourable House and the people of Bermuda that Phase II of the Shorelink programme - Real-Time Passenger Information for buses and ferries - has launched successfully, delivering on our…

The Banks and Deposit Companies (Over-the-Limit Fees and Unauthorised Overdraft Fees) Regulations 2025

Mr Speaker, earlier today I tabled the regulations entitled the Banks and Deposit Companies (Over-the-Limit Fees and Unauthorised Overdraft Fees) Regulations 2025. These Regulations represent an important step in ensuring that…

Government Announces New Immigration Residence Policies

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour announced the release of two important policy documents that provide clear guidance on permissions to reside in Bermuda. These documents reflect the Government's commitment to…

Reminder: Public Consultation on Proposed Tax Credit Legislation Closes Tomorrow

The Ministry of Finance is reminding all stakeholders that the deadline to submit feedback on the proposed Tax Credit legislation is tomorrow, September 25, 2025.

This consultation follows the release of the Tax Reform Commission Report on…

Cultural Connect Brings Together Creatives and Community Leaders

The Department of Culture hosted its annual Cultural Connect event on Thursday, 18 September 2025, at the Blue Diamond, Young Men’s Social Club. The evening gathered artists, tradition-bearers, cultural workers, and community leaders for a…