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Sargasso Sea Commission Supports the Designation of A Humpback Whale Migratory Corridor Important Marine Mammal Area

A Sargasso Sea Commission supported proposal for a humpback whale migratory corridor passing Bermuda has been formally approved. The ‘Important Marine Mammal Area’ (IMMA) stretches from the West Indies to the Barents Sea, covering the annual…

Ministry of Home Affairs: 2024 Year in Review

Good morning, members of the media and the listening public.

Thank you for joining me today. As we continue working toward the betterment of all residents in 2025, I am pleased to share…

Modernising Public Services: Government Enhances Website Search Capabilities for Better Access

The Government of Bermuda is advancing its commitment to digital transformation and public service efficiency by enhancing the Online Services section of its website. This upgrade will make it easier for the public to search for government…

Government Announces Latest Sport Investment Grants

The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports, the Hon. Owen Darrell, JP, has approved the latest round of Sport Investment Grants, reinforcing the Government’s commitment to fostering sports development in Bermuda. The funding, allocated through…

Advancing Bermuda's Digital Future: Announcing Google’s Land Lease Agreement

Good afternoon, Premier, Minister Burch and our guests from Google who are joining us here, and all who are watching this press conference. Thank you for joining us today for this important announcement.  

Premier Burt Remarks - Signing of the Lease Agreement with Google

Good afternoon, Deputy Premier, Minister Burch, Area MPs from St David’s Minister Tinee Furbert & Lovita Foggo, MP Neville Tyrell, representatives from Google, members of the team from the Bermuda Land Management Company, members of the media…

Minister Burch Remarks - Signing of the Lease Agreement with Google

Good afternoon – I’m pleased to join in this celebration of the successful conclusion of negotiations for this lease arrangement with Google. This day marks a milestone in this journey. 

Many sentiments have already been expressed by…

In response to the recent release of Devaun Cox

Today, the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Sen. the Hon. Kim Wilkerson, released the following statement in response to Devaun Cox's recent release from custody.

"I recognise that this case has reignited concerns about…

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…