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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…

Casa dos Acores Community Centre Ribbon Cutting

Yesterday afternoon the Acting Minister of Public Works, the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP, attended the formal ribbon cutting ceremony for the Casa dos Acores Community Centre.  

The Centre will serve as a base for …

Ministry and Department of Education Remote Learning and COVID-19 Testing Update

The Ministry and Department of Education reminds parents and guardians that all public schools are continuing with remote learning until further notice.

The Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain JP, MP, shared, “Undeniably, the in-…

COVID-19 Update 19 September 2021

The Government of Bermuda is tonight releasing an interim coronavirus update, to keep residents fully informed of all aspects of our current situation. Following tonight’s interim update, a full update will be provided tomorrow evening from the…

The Ministry of Social Development and Seniors Celebrated the United Nations International Equal Pay Day

The Ministry of Social Development and Seniors joined the global observance of the United Nations International Equal Pay Day. 

"This day, commemorated on the 18th of September, is dedicated to raising awareness and highlighting the…

Bus Service Industrial Action

This evening (Sept. 17), the Department of Public Transport (DPT) confirmed that the bus service has been interrupted due to industrial action taken by the Bus Operators.

The operators raised concerns regarding health and safety standards…