Welcome to Leaders on the Record, a Government of Bermuda podcast series that provides candid, in-depth conversations with Government leaders on key issues affecting the community, offering insight beyond traditional press conferences and news soundbites.
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Episode Five: "Building Bermuda’s Future Public Service"
In episode 5 of Leaders on the Record, Head of the Public Service Mrs Cherie-lynn Whitter discusses the future of Bermuda’s public service, the need to attract new talent across Government, and the opportunities available through the Government Career Expo taking place on June 18, 2026.
She also addresses common misconceptions about working in Government and explains how public officers support the services, operations and priorities that affect residents every day.
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Episode Four: "Bermuda, CARICOM and the Future "
In this episode of Leaders on the Record, Minister of Home Affairs the Hon. Alexa Lightbourne, JP, MP discusses Bermuda’s potential relationship with CARICOM, the Government’s public consultation, and the Green Paper, The Story of Us.
Minister Lightbourne addresses common questions and misconceptions about what full membership could mean for Bermuda, while also explaining why public feedback is central to the process.
The episode also explores Bermuda’s electricity costs, the future of energy policy, and the Government’s National Electricity Sector Policy, including the need to balance sustainability, climate resilience and affordability for residents and businesses.
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Episode Three: "Responsible Choices -- A Deeper Look at the 2026–2027 Budget"
In this episode of Leaders on the Record, Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt takes a deeper look at Bermuda’s 2026–2027 National Budget.
Moving beyond the Budget Statement, the Premier explains the thinking behind recent tax reforms, the introduction of corporate income tax, plans for debt reduction, and major capital investments in healthcare, housing, education and infrastructure.
This conversation provides context, clarity and insight into the Government’s long-term economic strategy and what it means for Bermudians.
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Episode Two: "Affordable Housing in Bermuda: Strategy, Supply and Solutions"
In this episode of Leaders on the Record, host Tari Trott speaks with Zane De Silva, Deputy Premier and Minister of Housing and Municipalities, about Bermuda’s housing crisis and the Government’s response.
Minister De Silva shares updates on the draft 10-year Affordable Housing Strategy, new and upcoming developments, emergency and modular housing initiatives, and ambitious plans to deliver hundreds of affordable rental units over the next 12–18 months. The conversation also explores affordability pressures facing working families and seniors, community concerns, and what success looks like in addressing Bermuda’s housing needs.
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Episode One: "Hard Truths About Violence"
In the debut episode of Leaders on the Record, Minister of National Security Michael Weeks has a frank conversation about violence and gang activity in Bermuda.
Moving beyond press conferences and headlines, the Minister speaks candidly about the realities driving gang violence, the role of families and communities, and why enforcement alone will never solve the problem.
He reflects on the human cost of violence, the pressures faced by young people, and the long-term work being done through prevention, intervention, and community partnerships. The conversation offers listeners a rare, unscripted look at how government, families, and society must work together to create lasting change.