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Ministry and Department of Education Saliva Screening Programme Update

The Ministry and Department of Education is providing an update on the Saliva Screening Programme and reminds parents and guardians that all public schools are continuing with remote learning until further notice.

The Minister of Education…

Three International Experts Appointed to the Sargasso Sea Commission

On September 21, 2021, the Bermuda Cabinet approved the appointment of three International Experts to the Sargasso Sea Commission, established by the Hamilton Declaration on Collaboration for the Conservation of the Sargasso Sea, signed in…

COVID-19 Briefing Premier's Remarks 22 September 2021

Good Afternoon Bermuda, I would firstly like to extend my condolences and deepest sympathies to the families and loved ones of those members of our community whom we have lost during this outbreak.

All of those who have been so tragically…

COVID-19 Briefing Minister of Health's Remarks 22 September 2021

Good afternoon.

I begin my remarks today by offering sincere condolences to the family and friends who recently lost a loved one to circumstances related to the coronavirus. This month we have seen quite a few deaths, and I realise that…

COVID-19 Update 22 September 2021

“Sadly, Bermuda has suffered two more coronavirus related deaths,” said Minister of Health, Kim Wilson, JP, MP.  “I extend my sincere condolences to the family and friends of those who recently lost a loved one to circumstances related to…

Bus Dispute Update Minister of Transport Remarks 22 September 2021

Good morning members of the media,

In these trying times, not having transportation adds additional stress, anxiety and burden to those who rely on the public bus service. As Minister, I feel compelled to report exactly why the commuting…

Ministry of Social Development and Seniors: Coronavirus Exposure at K Margaret Carter Centre (KMCC)

The Ministry of Health’s Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit (ESU) is aware of a coronavirus exposure at the K Margaret Carter Centre (KMCC). 

The Minister of Social Development and Seniors, the Hon. Tinee Furbert, JP, MP, shared, “The…

Interruption of Bus and Ferry Service

The Ministry of Transport has advised that bus and ferry service will be interrupted tomorrow, 21 September 2021. 

This evening, the Department of Marine and Ports Services BIU staff sent notice that they will be withdrawing…

COVID-19 Update 20 September 2021

“Sadly, I am reporting another COVID related death,” said Minister of Health, Kim Wilson, JP, MP. “I am so sorry to hear of another loss of life, and I extend heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased during this difficult…

Garbage Collection Delays Ahead

The Ministry of Public Works advises that staffing shortages may impact garbage collection over the next few weeks.

Residential waste collection will continue; however, it is impossible to guarantee service every day under the current…