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Shorelink: Launch of Phase 2

Mr. Speaker, today I rise with enthusiasm to share a significant and forward-looking update with this Honourable House, one that marks a bold step in the Government’s mission to modernize Bermuda’s public transport system. At the…

Human Rights Commission – 2024 Annual Report

Mr. Speaker,
I am pleased today to lay before this Honourable House, the Annual Report of the Human Rights Commission for the year ending 31st December 2024.

Mr. Speaker,
The Human Rights Commission…

Tabling of the Beneficial Ownership Bill 2025

Madam Acting Speaker, I rise to advise this Honourable House and the people of Bermuda, that later in today’s sitting, I will be tabling a Bill entitled, “the Beneficial Ownership Act 2025”. This Bill supports the transfer of…

Update: Bermuda Immigration and Protection (Prohibition of Entry) Order 2025

The Ministry of Economy and Labour advises the public that, effective 17 July 2025, the Bermuda Immigration and Protection (Prohibition of Entry) Order 2025 has been revoked and replaced with the Bermuda Immigration and Protection (Prohibition of…

Minister Lightbourne - Productive Jamaica Visit

The Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Alexa Lightbourne, JP, MP, concluded a successful and productive visit to Jamaica, reinforcing Bermuda’s regional leadership and commitment to sustainable development.

The public will be aware that…

Minister Weeks Welcomes Turks and Caicos Officials at Warwick Camp

Yesterday, the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Michael Weeks, JP, MP, visited Warwick Camp to meet with senior officials from the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI), who are in Bermuda to observe and engage with their Regiment, which is…

Moody's Affirms Bermuda's A2 Ratings and Stable Outlook

“Bermuda’s economy is strengthening, and the results of our economic strategy are clear,” said Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP. “Moody’s affirmation of Bermuda’s A2 credit rating with a stable outlook reflects the…

Government Delivers Seventh Consecutive Pension Increase and Reinforces Commitment to Seniors

Ahead of Friday's parliamentary debate, Junior Minister of Finance, The Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP, reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to supporting Bermuda’s seniors while safeguarding the sustainability of the Contributory Pension Fund.…

Bermuda’s International Powerboat Racers Recognised at the Cabinet Office

Two Bermudian powerboat teams competing at the highest level of international offshore racing were invited to the Cabinet Office on July 15, where Ministers recognised their accomplishments and extended congratulations on their continued success…

AML-ATF Ministerial Advisory 2/2025: Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Controls in Higher Risk Jurisdictions

Requirement to apply Enhanced Due Diligence for higher-risk jurisdictions

The Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Senator the Honourable Kim Wilkerson, JP, today issued AML-ATF Advisory 2/2025 about the…