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Launch of Bermuda Coast Guard

I am delighted to be here at Watford House for the launch of the Bermuda Coast Guard. 

Ensuring the safety and security of Bermuda’s waters is a key part of my responsibilities as Governor,…

Bermuda Coast Guard Unit

Earlier today (Feb. 6), the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Wayne Caines, and His Excellency the Governor, John Rankin jointly launched Bermuda’s first ever Coast Guard Unit. The Acting Commanding Officer Major Benjamin Beasley will…

Government Clarifies Reports of Boats for Sale

The Ministry of Tourism and Transport and Department of Marine and Ports Services is aware of news reports concerning website information that identifies two tugboats and two catamaran-style ferries for sale that are owned by the Bermuda…

Planning Department Updates

At a press conference today, the Minister of Home Affairs the Hon. Walter Roban JP MP shared two updates from the Department of Planning. Minister Roban's remarks are as follows:

"Good Morning All, 

Today I am pleased…

Dr. Barbara Ball Scholarship Application Period Opens

The Ministry of Health would like to inform the public that the application period for the Dr. Barbara Ball Public Health Scholarship will open on February 10. The application period will conclude on 30 April 2020.

The Ministry of Health…

REMINDER: Bermuda Health Strategy Public Survey Deadline Tomorrow

The Ministry of Health wishes to remind the public that tomorrow is the deadline to complete the Bermuda Health Strategy: Public Survey at www.forum.gov.bm as part of the community consultation to set Bermuda’s vision and…

Update Re: Sewage Spill on Palmetto Road by Dock Hill

The Ministry of Public Works’ Highways Section, advises that the previously closed section of road has been cleaned of all sewage and reopened to traffic.

We extend our sincere thanks to the public for their patience and cooperation as we…

Sewage Spill on Palmetto Road by Dock Hill

The Ministry of Public Works’ Highways Section, is advising the public of a sewage spill caused by a private company on Palmetto Road, Pembroke between Dock Hill and Roberts Avenue resulting in the area being temporarily closed to traffic.

Living Wage Update

Mr. Speaker,

I rise today to provide this Honourable House with an update on the introduction of a minimum and living wage in Bermuda.  My Honourable colleagues will recall the report of the Parliamentary Joint Select…

Crime and Violence Reduction

Mr. Speaker, the start of 2020 greeted us with the welcome news that 2019 was the first time in over 20 years that no homicides were recorded in Bermuda.

Mr. Speaker, this is a testament of the hard work…