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Ending the Silence: Reflections on Mental Health Anti-Stigma Month

Mr. Speaker,
As Mental Health Anti-Stigma Month comes to a close, I rise today not only to reflect on the progress we have made throughout May, but to reaffirm this Government’s sustained efforts to reduce stigma, expand access to care, and…

Grow Local

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to highlight the launch of the Grow Local initiative by the Department of Planning, developed in collaboration with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources.

Mr. Speaker…

Update on Government Housing Initiatives

Mr. Speaker,

I rise today to provide this Honourable House with a timely update on this Government’s resolute commitment to addressing one of the most demanding needs…

Home Affairs expands Essential Commodities list to support Affordable Bermuda Agenda

The Ministry of Home Affairs is pleased to advise the public that further cost of living relief has been introduced through an expansion of the Essential Commodities Regulations.

As part of the Government’s Affordable Bermuda Agenda,…

Ministry of Home Affairs urges public to complete CARICOM public survey as consultation to conclude

The Hon. Alexa N. H. Lightbourne, JP, MP, Minister of Home Affairs, issued the following statement ahead of the close of the public consultation on Bermuda’s pursuit of full membership in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).

The public…

Youth Trailblazers 2026 Deadline Extended to June 5

The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors is advising the public that the nomination deadline for Youth Trailblazers Out Front–2026 has been extended to June 5, 2026. The initiative celebrates Bermuda’s graduating students who have…

Department of Workforce Development Launches “The Reset: Work Ready Series”

The Department of Workforce Development, in partnership with MASC Ltd., is pleased to announce the launch of “The Reset: Work Ready Series”, a six-part workshop series designed to help individuals strengthen the personal and interpersonal skills…

2026 Bermuda Day Float Awards

The Department of Culture is pleased to share the results of this year’s Bermuda Day float competition.

This year’s Bermuda Day Parade saw more than 60 entries take to the streets of Hamilton, marking continued participation and enthusiasm…

Bermuda Day Half Marathon Remarks 2026

Welcome to the Bermuda Half Marathon Derby. As we celebrate the 117th running of the Bermuda Half Marathon Derby, I understand that participation numbers are on track to make history.

And this morning, I want to pay special tribute to…

His Majesty the King's Bermuda Day Message 2026

Dear Governor,

As the people of Bermuda mark the occasion of Bermuda Day, my wife and I take this opportunity to extend our sincere congratulations to your Premier and to all those who call Bermuda their home.

I would also like to…