The Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, confirmed this evening that earlier today (July 2) he met with Sen. Crystal Caesar, JP.
Following that meeting, Sen. Caesar tendered her resignation as the Minister of Education and from the Senate, which the Premier has accepted.
Noting the commentary this evening, Premier Burt stated, “Ms. Caesar is entitled to her views. But I consider her comments on her former Cabinet colleagues surprising and unfortunate.
“The Premier’s responsibility is to ensure that the Government is best positioned to deliver on its Throne Speech commitments, advance the legislative agenda, and keep the work of Government moving as we near the end of this Legislative session.
“I respect Crystal’s decision to resign. Collective responsibility is a fundamental principle of our system of government and Ministers express their frank and honest views on every issue before Cabinet, but decisions made by the body must be supported and executed by all.
“I have thanked Crystal for her work. We remain focused on the Government’s legislative agenda and delivering on our promises to the people of Bermuda.”
