Youth Library Services Carried Over to Main Library
- Press ReleaseThe Bermuda National Library (BNL) announced that the scheduled reopening of the Youth Library, initially set for October 14, has been postponed due to ongoing remediation.
The Youth Library staff will continue to host the following…
Minister Tinee Furbert Calls for Immediate and Compassionate Action at Homelessness Conference
- Press Release"Together, we can build a society where every person has the dignity of a home and the opportunity to thrive," declared the Minister of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors at Friday’s Homelessness Conference, emphasizing the need for…
Permanent Secretary for the Cabinet Office Appointed
- Press ReleaseToday the Head of the Public Service, Cherie Whitter announced the appointment of Ms. Jeane Nikolai to the post of Permanent Secretary for the Ministry to the Cabinet Office.
As the Permanent Secretary, Ms. Nikolai will work under…
Department of Works and Engineering Clears Roads and Debris to Facilitate Flood Drainage and Repairs
- Press ReleaseAfter yesterday's heavy rains and subsequent flooding across Bermuda, the Ministry of Public Works' Department of Works and Engineering has been working to mitigate the impact.
Today, crews made progress in clearing roads and debris to…
June 2024 Retail Sales Index
- Press ReleaseToday, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the June 2024 Retail Sales Index publication (attached).
June’s volume of retail sales index decreased 2.3 per cent compared to last year. In value terms, retail sales…
June 2024 Consumer Price Index
- Press ReleaseToday, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the Department of Statistics’ June 2024 Consumer Price Index (attached).
“In summary, consumers paid 2.3 per cent more in June 2024 than they did a year ago for the basket of goods…
Criteria for Classifying a Sponsored Dependant Under Bermuda's Work Permit Policy
- Press ReleaseThe Ministry of Economy and Labour takes this opportunity to remind employers and work permit holders of the eligibility criteria for classifying an individual as a 'sponsored dependant' under the Work Permit Policy…
Bermuda Inspired Alternative Christmas Trees Commemorative Stamp Series
- Press ReleaseThe Bermuda Post Office (BPO) is pleased to advise that its latest commemorative stamp series, Bermuda Inspired Alternative Christmas Trees, is now available for purchase.
The new stamps feature alternative Christmas trees…
Ministry of National Security Urges Residents to Stay Prepared as Hurricane Season Continues
- Press Release"With Hurricane Milton now considered a potential threat to Bermuda, the Ministry of National Security reminds residents that hurricane season remains in effect until 30 November, and it is essential to stay attentive to personal and family…
Bermuda Breaks Ground on Woodland Grove Care Centre: A New Home of Compassionate Care for All
- Press ReleaseBermuda took an important step forward with the groundbreaking of the Woodland Grove Care Centre, the island’s first purpose-built hospice and eldercare facility, which promises to provide a haven of compassionate care for individuals of all…