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Bermuda Congratulated on Role in Historic SpaceX Launch

Bermuda has been congratulated on its role in successfully supporting Saturday’s historic launch of two NASA astronauts into orbit onboard a SpaceX rocket from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center, by the Space and Satellite Policy Advisory Panel.…

Consulate march

The Minister of National Security, the Hon. Wayne M. Caines, JP, MP, commented in advance of today’s scheduled march.  

Minister Caines said, “We are aware of a planned march for today. Freedom of expression and public…

COVID-19 UPDATE - Ministry of Health - 30 May

Between Friday and today 230 test results were received by the Ministry of Health; and none were positive for COVID-19.

Bermuda has 140 total confirmed positive cases. Their status is as follows:
• there are 39 active cases, of which…

Condolences to the family of Dr. Eva Hodgson

Reflecting on the news of the passing of Dr. Eva Hodgson, Premier the Hon David Burt, JP, MP today called her, “An incisive voice for change.”

Dr. Hodgson was an educator and union leader committed to achieving racial and economic equality…

28 May COVID-19 Update

Good afternoon Bermuda.

On the eve of the day in which we celebrate our heritage, our culture and all things Bermudian and a day when many of us would normally be locking in our parade spot and setting up our camps, we recognize this will…

Minister Caines - May 28 Update

As we approach the holiday weekend and we begin to witness more activity, the Bermuda Police Service and the Royal Bermuda Regiment will maintain a regular presence around Bermuda.

The Royal Bermuda Regiment will triple their force on land…

Re-opening Economy Update

Good evening.

In early April the Premier appointed a Cabinet Sub Committee of the front line Ministers in this pandemic – Health, Education, National Security and Tourism & Transport and myself to collaborate, coordinate and make…

Premier Burt, Bermuda Day Message 2020

Hello Bermuda.

2020 continues to be a different and challenging year. Usually by now, spots to watch the runners and the parade have been selected and are being jealously guarded. Food is being cooked and outfits are being laid out in…

Departures Added to Temporary Bus Schedule

The Department of Public Transportation advises that the following departures have been added to the Temporary COVID-19 Bus Schedule, available at www.gov.bm/bus.

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Ministry of Finance COVID-19 Update

Good afternoon. 

I am pleased to provide an update on three specific areas: the unemployment benefits; the Economic Advisory Committee; and the National Pension Scheme. 

Unemployment Benefits 

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