The Government of Bermuda operates through a structured system of ministries, departments, and public bodies that work together to deliver services, develop policy, and support the needs of the community. This structure outlines how responsibilities are organized and how decisions move through government.
Government Structure
Ministries
Government is led by the Premier and Cabinet Ministers. Each Minister oversees a ministry, and every ministry manages several departments responsible for delivering programmes and services.
Ministries provide strategic direction, create policy, and ensure that departments carry out their work effectively.
Departments
Departments handle the daily operations of government, from issuing licenses and maintaining infrastructure to delivering social services and managing national resources. Each department reports to its respective ministry.
Non-Ministry and Quango Bodies
Some public organisations operate independently of ministries.
These include:
- Quasi-autonomous non-governmental organisations (Quangos)
- Statutory boards
- Independent public bodies
They perform specific functions such as regulation, public administration, and oversight.
Key Reference Tools
Government Organizational Chart
The current Government Organizational Chart (updated Aug 2026) gives a comprehensive map of which departments report to which ministries, and how different parts of government fit together.
Table of Precedence
The Table of Precedence lists official titles and contact details for senior figures, such as the Governor of Bermuda, Premier, Organisational members of Parliament, and Senators. This helps clarify who holds which roles.
Departments and Ministries Directory
The A-Z directory contains every ministry and department in the Government of Bermuda. It makes it easy for residents to find which entities deliver what services, locate contact information, and access the right resources quickly.