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2 April COVID-19 Update from Premier David Burt

Good afternoon.

Today I’m joined by the Minister of Health, the Minister of National Security and the Minister of Education.

My remarks today will cover my daily update, regarding test results for COVID-19, I will then discuss a few…

Update – Public Education Schools

Good Evening,

This evening, I will share information with our education family and the community, concerning what is expected for students, and school staff during the weeks of April 6th and 13th, 2020

I will start first with the:…

1 April COVID-19 Update from Premier David Burt

Good afternoon, to the listening and watching public.

Today I'm joined by the Minister of National Security, the Minister of Health, and the Chief Medical Officer. Also, the Commissioner of Police and the Acting Commander of the Royal…

National Address by Premier David Burt, JP, MP

Good afternoon.

Amidst the noise of today’s continuous cycle of information through social media, online news and even traditional news outlets, the decision-making process can become clouded in a fog of opinions and conflicting views. The…

Public Reminder of Illegal Dumping

The Ministry of Public Works’ Department of Parks wishes to remind the public that illegal dumping is considered an offence under the Waste and Litter Control Act 1987 and its amendments.

This reminder comes after the Ministry recently…

No Dogs on Public Beaches

The Ministry of Public Works’ Department of Parks, reminds the public that from today to Saturday, 31 October 2020, dogs are no longer permitted on public beaches listed under the Bermuda National Parks Act.

Dogs may be permitted in the…

31 March COVID-19 Update from Premier David Burt

Good afternoon, members of the media.

I'm joined today by the Minister of Health and the Minister of National Security. I will give an update on the latest regarding Bermuda and COVID-19, after I've just finished chairing a meeting of…

Lobsters available until the end of April

The Ministry of Home Affairs would like to advise members of the public, and restaurants that they can still purchase and possess lobsters through the month of April.

The Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon Walter Roban said, “Normally, by…

An Open Letter from the Premier to the Public Service

To all Public Officers,

I want to reassure you that the Government is taking the threat and impact of COVID-19 seriously – and that the health and safety of all Public Officers is never taken for granted.

We all have an important…

Relicensing Period for Commercial Fishing Vessels Extended

As a safety measure to minimize the risk of COVID-19 spread, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources is closed to walk-in customers for all fisheries licensing, including spear fishing.

Vessel safety inspections for commercial…