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Statement from Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Carifesta XV

The Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, the Hon. Owen Darrell, JP, MP, is currently in Barbados attending CARIFESTA XV, where Bermuda is proudly represented among the region’s artistic and cultural community. While overseas…

Public Reminder: Minimum Wage Increase to Take Effect September 1, 2025

The Ministry of Economy and Labour reminds the public and the business community that Bermuda’s minimum wage will increase from $16.40 to $17.13 per hour effective September 1, 2025. 

Bermuda’s Construction Sector Records Strongest Quarter Since 2019

The Ministry of Economy and Labour is pleased to report that Bermuda's construction sector continues its strong rebound, driving economic growth and fostering renewed investment in key areas across the island. The latest GDP data for the first…

Temporary Detour for Bus Route 3 Due to Road Works

The Department of Public Transportation (DPT) wishes to inform the public of a temporary detour affecting Bus Route 3 due to scheduled road works on Middle Road, between Store Hill and North Shore Road, on Tuesday, 26 August 2025. In the event of…

Day of Health and Smiles: Free Dental & Health Services at St. George’s Health Clinic

The Ministry of Health invites the community to attend the Department of Health’s Community Dental Health Day, a Day of Health and Smiles, on Friday, August 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the St. George’s Health Clinic, located at the top of…

Maritime Trainees Embark on Path to Become Branch Pilot and Maritime Controller

The Department of Marine and Ports Services is pleased to welcome two new maritime trainees: Dylan Ward, who will begin training to become a Branch Pilot and Ibrahim Douch, who will train to become a Maritime Controller with the Bermuda Maritime…

Government Hosts Chat & Chew on Social Media Risks for Children

Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, hosted a Chat & Chew session focused on the risks social media poses to children. The Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, JP, MP, highlighted the Government’s focus on youth mental health and its…

Advisory: Lifeguard Services Resume but Swimming Still Discouraged

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises that, as of 10:30 a.m. today, the Department of Parks’ Lifeguard Service has resumed normal operations at Turtle Beach, Clearwater Beach, John Smith’s Bay, and Horseshoe Bay.

While…

Joint Statement from the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, the Hon. Kim Wilkerson, JP, and the Acting Minister of National Security, the Hon. Jache Adams, JP, MP

The Government is aware of reports circulating on social media of encounters with an individual who is a known sex offender.

The Government understands the concerns and distress that these posts have caused in the community, particularly…

Premier David Burt Attends Wyoming Blockchain Symposium

Premier David Burt returns from Jackson Hole, Wyoming, today, following a trip where he led a delegation from Bermuda to the 2025 Wyoming Blockchain Symposium.

The symposium, hosted by SALT and Kraken with support from the…