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Government House - Cannabis Licensing Bill 2022

I previously announced that I had reserved the Cannabis Licensing Bill 2022 for the signification of Her Majesty’s pleasure under Section 35 (2) of The Bermuda Constitution.

I have now received an instruction, issued to me on Her…

The Ministry of Education thanks Fortitude Re for their Donation to CedarBridge Academy

“On behalf of the Government of Bermuda, I would like to extend heartfelt gratitude to Fortitude Re for their generous donation to CedarBridge Academy,” said the Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP, MP.

Fortitude Re donated $…

Parks Department Carries out Tree Trimming Operation

Recently, the Department of Parks carried out tree trimming and maintenance on Berry Hill Road in Paget as part of the Government’s hurricane preparedness efforts, which include cutting back overhanging vegetation and shrubbery around the Island…

Minister Roban Appointed Inaugural Chair of the Blue Prosperity Leaders Forum

“I am extremely honoured and excited to become the first-ever chair of this Leaders Forum,” said the Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter Roban, JP, MP, following his appointment as the 2022-2023 Chair of the Blue…

New UK Prime Minister - Premier's Remarks

With the news earlier today of the results of the UK Conservative Party leadership election, Premier David Burt said, “The Government of Bermuda looks forward to working with the new Prime Minister and the new Foreign Secretary. 

“…

Labour Day Message - Remarks by the Minister of Economy and Labour

Happy Labour Day Bermuda!

Today we pause to recognize and celebrate a very important day in our calendar. As Minister of Economy and Labour, I take this opportunity to extend my sincere thanks and gratitude to each and every worker for the…

Labour Day 2022 - Premier's Remarks

“The labo(u)r movement was the principal force that transformed misery and despair into hope and progress”. These words come from a 1965 speech by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and perfectly frame the historical significance of labour movements the…

Minister Weeks praises Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service Employees During Awards Ceremony

Good afternoon Acting Chief Fire Officer and members of the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service, special guests, family and friends.

I am pleased to be here to participate in this year’s BFRS Employee Awards Ceremony where we will recognise…

Presentation of Financial Award to Jah-Nhai Perinchief - Minister of Youth, Culture and Sports Remarks

Good afternoon:

I am pleased to join the Hon Premier to welcome home Jah-Nhai Perinchief, one of our elite athletes and celebrate his achievement in winning the bronze medal in the triple jump at the recent Commonwealth…

Premier Meets with Jah-Nhai Perinchief, Commonwealth Games Bronze Medalist

Good Afternoon - Minister Lawrence Scott, Acting Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Acting Director of Youth, Recreation and Sport, our guest of honour Mr Jah- nhai Perinchief:

We are here today at the Cabinet Office to welcome Jah-nhai…