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Ministry of Health hosted Bermuda’s Polio Outbreak Simulation Exercise

Recently (January 10), the Ministry of Health hosted Bermuda’s Polio Outbreak Simulation Exercise, bringing stakeholders from across the health sector to review the Bermuda Polio Outbreak Preparedness and Response Plan.

“Bermuda has an…

December 2022 Public Service Excellence Award Recipient

Last week, Premier David Burt and the Head of the Public Service, Dr. Derrick Binns recognised the Ministry of Transport’s Donawin Mallory as the recipient of the December (2022) Government of Bermuda’s Public Service Excellence…

Payroll tax relief benefit information must be received from applicants and employers by January 31

“Over 400 payroll tax relief applicants have pending applications because employers have not verified their employment and salary. Additionally, over 150 applicants need to submit further information to receive their payment. To assist employers…

Government and FAB Issue Joint Statement Agreeing to Continue Meetings to Build Trust and Understanding

Following the meeting with the Fishermen’s Association of Bermuda (FAB), Deputy Premier and Minister Roban said, “Today’s meeting was held with the Executive of the FAB facilitated by the Premier to address concerns raised in the petition…

Gender Affairs Council

Good Afternoon Everyone,

Today I am pleased to announce the members of the first ever Gender Affairs Council for Bermuda.

Back in September 2022, I reinstated Bermuda’s non-statutory Women’s Council under the new name – Gender…

Minister Hayward shares his thoughts on the Business Barometer Report

Today, the Minister of Labour and Economy, the Hon. Jason Hayward JP, MP, shared his thoughts on the recent Bermuda Chamber of Commerce Business Barometer Report.

Minister Hayward explained, "Reading the report, I was encouraged that 64…

DPT Notice: Detours due to Bermuda Triangle Challenge

The Department of Public Transportation (DPT) advises that there will be detours for Route 3,10 and 11  buses due to road closures associated with the Bermuda Triangle Challenge. The detours will be in effect on Saturday, January 14th…

Septage Disposal Operation To Take Place at Marsh Folly

The Ministry of Public Works advises that it will begin its Biannual Septage Disposal Operations commencing Monday, 23 January until Friday, 27 January. 

As a result of these operations, residents near the Marsh Folly Composting…

Pre-Budget Report submissions deadline is January 17, 2023

The Government recently released its 2023 - 2024 Pre-Budget Report. The Pre-Budget Report is a policy statement issued by the Government prior to the release of its budget.

It defines the priorities for the next budget in a medium-term…

The Government Encourages the FAB to Participate in the Ongoing Consultation

The Ministry of Home Affairs is heartened to hear that the Fishermen’s Association of Bermuda (FAB) supports managing and enforcing Bermuda's marine resources. The purpose of BOPP is to develop a sustainable management system that recognises the…