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October 2024 Retail Sales Index

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the October 2024 Retail Sales Index publication (attached). 

October’s volume of retail sales index increased 1.4 per cent compared to last year.  In…

October 2024 Consumer Price Index

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the Department of Statistics' October 2024 Consumer Price Index (attached).

In summary, consumers paid 1.1 per cent more in October 2024 than a year ago for the basket of goods and…

Ministry Responds to Sandys Secondary Middle School Closure

Sandys Secondary Middle School has resumed classes after being closed for two consecutive days due to an unscheduled teacher sickout.

The Ministry of Education and the Board of Governors of Sandys Secondary Middle School (SSMS)  have…

Government Moves Forward with Office of The Public Guardian to Support Vulnerable Persons

The Government of Bermuda is making progress on its pledge, first announced in the 2020 Throne Speech, to create an Office of The Public Guardian (OPG). The OPG will offer independent assistance to seniors, persons with disabilities, and others…

New Pedestrian Crosswalk Lights Arrive in Bermuda, Enhancing Road Safety Islandwide

"The arrival of these flashing amber lights is important in enhancing road safety for all," said Minister of Public Works, Lt. Col. the Hon. David A. Burch, OBE (Mil), ED, JP, MP.

The Ministry of Public Works has welcomed the latest…

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Pupillage Programme as Selection Process Continues

The Ministry of Justice, through the Attorney-General's Chambers, is pleased to reaffirm its commitment to supporting the next generation of Bermudian legal professionals through its Pupillage Programme. This initiative provides aspiring lawyers…

It's A Day of Global Play for Northlands Students

The Global Play Day initiative spotlights the vital role of play in childhood development, inspiring schools and families everywhere to embrace free, unstructured playtime.

Northlands Primary School organises an exciting lineup of…

Ministry of Education Collaborates with Sandys Secondary Middle School Board of Governors to Address Teacher Sickout

The Ministry of Education is actively working with the Board of Governors of Sandys Secondary Middle School to resolve the issues that have led to a teacher sickout today. The well-being and continued education of our…

Roadworks Press Conference Update

Good afternoon,

As we begin a new year, this is an opportune time to discuss the state of the Islands roadways, our ongoing plans to address them and the wider roadway activities.

I will begin with the Ministry’s current paving…

AI in Fintech: Innovation, Global Impact & Real-World Use Cases

The Economic Development Department (EDD) is pleased to announce the second Fintech Webinar of 2025, set to take place on 13 February 2025 at 12 p.m. This online session will be led by Kyla Bolden, the Bermudian Founder…