Public Works update 6 May

Good evening.

Everyone will be aware of the restrictions we have endured over the last 6 ½ weeks from scaled back government services to Shelter in Place. 

Despite the closures, the Ministry of Public Works, with responsibility for all government assets which include public lands, beaches, public parks, government buildings, water distribution, sewerage disposal, solid waste management and refuse collections, continued operations virtually unchanged as most functions are essential services.

4 May COVID-19 Update

Good afternoon Bermuda.

Today the Government joins with all of Bermuda to mourn the passing of the latest victim of COVID-19.  We pray for their family and their friends, and we continue pray for those who are currently battling this virus, whether they be at home or whether they be in our hospital.

Minister Foggo update 4 May

Last week some 2,500 applicants who have not previously received the payment of their benefit before were paid together with those that have been paid previously and were still eligible.  The total paid last week was $7.2 million.  Since the launch of the fund on the 25th March 2020, some 7,500 have been paid the benefit totalling over $ 15 million. 

My colleagues and I on a daily basis hear heart wrenching stories of Bermudian families who are struggling to put food on the table, let alone pay their utility and other bills.  We hear you.