February 2025 Retail Sales Index
- Press ReleaseToday, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the February 2025 Retail Sales Index publication (attached).
February’s volume of retail sales index increased 0.6 per cent compared to last year.…February 2025 Consumer Price Index
- Press ReleaseToday, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the Department of Statistics' February 2025 Consumer Price Index (attached).
In summary, consumers paid 1.9 per cent more in February 2025 than they did a year ago for the basket…
Opening of Harmony Terrace East Residences - Remarks By: Premier David Burt
- Press ReleaseGood Afternoon, Deputy Premier; Chair of the Bermuda Housing Corporation, MP Chris Famous; Bermuda Housing Corporation board member, MP Emily Gail Dill; former Minister, Lt. Col David Burch; Bermuda Housing Corporation CEO and General Manager…
Opening of Harmony Terrace East Residences - Remarks By: The Hon. Zane J DeSilva, JP MP
- Press ReleaseGood afternoon, everyone.
Thank you for joining us today. I am pleased to officially open Harmony Terrace East, the third phase of the Harmony Club campus redevelopment.
…Ministerial Statement: Clarification on Legal Status of Cannabis Possession
- Ministerial StatementMadame President, I rise today to speak briefly on a matter that has drawn much media and public attention. That is the issue of cannabis use and regulation.
Madame President, while the Government is…
Cybersecurity in Fintech: EDD's Webinar Series to Address Regulations, Risk, and Best Practices
- Press ReleaseThe Economic Development Department (EDD) is pleased to announce the next instalment in its Fintech Webinar Series 2025 on Friday, 4 July 2025, at 12:00 PM. This event will spotlight blockchain innovation through a live…
Tax & Duty Reductions Take Effect From July 1, 2025
- Press ReleaseThe Ministry of Finance advises that the first phase of the tax and duty reductions announced in the 2025 Budget Statement takes effect today, July 1.
Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP, stated, “…
Public Reminder: Submit Your Feedback on Work Permit Policy Amendments by July 4
- Press ReleaseThe Ministry of Economy and Labour reminds the public to submit feedback on the proposed amendments to the Department of Immigration's Work Permit Policy.
Members of the public are…
Stakeholders Unite to Strengthen Bermuda’s Nutrition Strategy at National Health Workshop
- Press ReleaseOn June 26, more than 40 stakeholders representing Government ministries, non-governmental organisations, and the private sector convened for a pivotal workshop focused on revitalising the Well Bermuda Strategy, a comprehensive, prevention-first…
Work of the Sargasso Sea Commission Showcased at the UN Ocean Conference
- Press ReleaseFae Sapsford, delegate for the Sargasso Sea Commission, spoke as part of three events centered on the conservation of the Sargasso Sea at the international conference.
Fae Sapsford, marine research fellow for the Sargasso Sea Commission,…