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Q1 2023 Economic Update Remarks

Earlier today, the Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason P Hayward, JP, MP, held a press conference to provide a first-quarter 2023 Economic Update. Bermuda's economy continues to expand and show resilience. During the first quarter of…

Major Road Works Planned for Scaur Hill, Somerset

The Ministry of Public Works advised today that in an effort to ensure the safety of the public, one lane traffic will be in place along Scaur Hill, Somerset so that wall repairs can be made.

The traffic controls begin on August 28 and…

Minister Darrell meets with Triathlete star

Earlier this week, the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Senator, the Hon. Owen K. Darrell JP, welcomed Bermudian Triathlete Tyler Smith to the Ministry offices to hear more about the young Bermudian’s sports aspirations.

The public…

Ministry of Education Congratulates the 2023 Scholarship and Award Recipients

The Ministry of Education is pleased to announce that 62 Bermudian students have been awarded Scholarships and Awards totaling just over $1.5 million at the 2023 Bermuda Government Scholarships and Awards reception held on August 10. 

Senior Public Service appointments

Today, the Acting Head of the Public Service, Cherie Whitter, advised Mr. Kirk Outerbridge will assume the role of Acting Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Public Works. 

Mr. Outerbridge is the Chief Engineer for the…

Chief Medical Officer

The Chief Medical Officer, Dr Ayoola Oyinloye, recently stepped down as the Chief Medical Officer for personal reasons. Dr. Oyinloye took over as Bermuda’s new Chief Medical Officer, following the retirement of Dr. Cheryl Peek-Ball on August…

April 2023 Consumer Price Index

The Ministry of Economy and Labour released the April 2023 CPI from the Department of Statistics.

Consumers paid 3.8 per cent more in April 2023 than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer…

Heavy Highway Construction Asphalt training programme

The Ministry of Economy and Labour is pleased to announce the successful completion of the Heavy Highway Construction Asphalt training programme, a collaborative effort with Joell’s Asphalt Service & Maintenance Ltd. and Urban Construction.…

Diabetes Prevention Day

“Diabetes prevention is vital for reducing the health, economic, and societal burdens associated with the disease,” said Minister of Health, Kim Wilson, JP, MP, “I am grateful to the Bermuda Diabetes Association for hosting the free health…

Minister to Engage with Entrepreneurs

On August 24, small and medium sized entrepreneurs and individuals whose businesses cater to the visitor experience are encouraged to attend a town hall meeting to learn more about the Tourism Investment Act.

The meeting will take place at…