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An Actual Account of the Gombeys Saga

It is regrettable that this is how an open and transparent competitive process is being characterised.  For the record – this is a standard process to get the best option for a Government asset and provide opportunities to Bermudian…

The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign

Today the Acting Minister of Health the Hon. Neville Tyrrell JP MP attended the kick-off event at City Hall for the Salvation Army's Christmas Kettle Campaign which raises money for Bermuda's less fortunate over the Holiday Season and beyond.…

Celebration of Sammy Wilson and Clarence Hill

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to advise this honorable House about the recent block party that was held at the formerly named Angle Street Centre.  The event was held to celebrate two members of our Community: Mr. Sammy Wilson…

Update on Roadside Sobriety Checks

Mr. Speaker, I rise this morning to provide this Honourable House and the public with an update on Roadside Sobriety Checks.

The Road Traffic (Roadside Sobriety Checkpoint) Amendment Act 2018

 Introduced…

Ministry of Public Works Staff Promotions

Good Morning Mr. Acting Speaker,

I really enjoy when I can deliver good news - and two weeks ago - I was able to do just that. Mr. Acting Speaker, recently I held a press conference on the most recent promotions within the Ministry of…

Minister Seeks Community Feedback on Improving Race Relations

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to highlight a public consultation exercise that the Ministry of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports, is embarking on to address race relations in Bermuda.

Mr. Speaker, Bermuda’s…

Department of Health Issues Romaine Lettuce Advisory

Today the Department of Health is advising members of the public who have recently purchased romaine lettuce originating from the Salinas, California area to discard it immediately.

This follows warnings this week from the FDA and CDC over…

Friends And Family Visit Bermuda For 90th Birthday Celebrations

Earlier today, the Minister of Tourism and Transport, the Hon. Zane DeSilva, JP, MP, attended Pompano Beach Club and met with Mr. Murray McEwen, a guest at the property, who was visiting Bermuda to enjoy his 90th Birthday Celebrations.

Mr…

2019 Cruise Ship Impact on Local Transportation and Spending

Good morning everyone,

I am here today to talk about the Ministry of Tourism and Transport’s research this past summer on the influence and impact of the cruise ship industry on local transportation and visitor spending in Bermuda.

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Entry Points for the Festival of Lights

The Department of Parks is advising the public that the access gate for the Bermuda Botanical Gardens, located across from Peace Lutheran Church, will be closed on November 30, December 7, December 14, and December 21, for the BELCO Festival of…