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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

Good day.

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…

Post Winter Storm Remarks from The Minister of National Security

Good afternoon all:

I am joined by Kelly Burgess the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Mitigation Analyst and the Director of the Bermuda Weather Service, Dr. Mark Guishard.

Bermuda, I hope you and your families, loved ones and…

Minister of Public Works - Quango Operational Changes

I am joined this morning by Major Dill, General Manager of the BHC, Mr. Mark Melo, CFO of BHC, Mr. Andrew Dias, General Manager of the West End Development Corporation, West End Development Corporation, Mr. Kent Bascome, CFO of Wedco and Mrs.…

EMO Update – Paget Primary Closed Today

There is no power at Paget Primary School, parents are advised to keep their children at home today.

All other public schools will open as usual this morning.

EMO Update

The Emergency Measures Organization provided the following update:

Public schools and government offices are open today. Extra mini buses have been scheduled for the school runs.

The bus service will not resume until about 9am,…