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Tabling of amendments to the Water Resources Act 1975

Mr. Speaker, today I am tabling the Bill entitled the Water Resources Amendment Act 2024; legislation that will ensure that Bermuda maintains the highest quality of ground water.  

Mr. Speaker…

Update on Government’s Financial Performance

Mr Speaker, I rise today to provide this Honourable House and the people of Bermuda with an update on the Government’s financial performance for Fiscal Year 2023/24 arising from the extensive work done to prepare for the audit of…

Building a Better and Fairer Bermuda Through Tax Reform

Mr Speaker, today, I rise to reflect on seven years of this Government serving the people of Bermuda and the work we have done to create a fairer and more equitable island through the work of the Ministry of Finance. From the…

Ministry of Home Affairs Announces Reopening of Public Consultation for the Clean Air Amendment Bill

The Ministry of Home Affairs is pleased to announce the reopening of the public consultation period for the Clean Air Amendment Bill. The new deadline for submitting feedback is August 31, 2024.

A spokesperson from the Ministry of Home…

4th Quarter 2023 GDP and Economic Performance

Good day to members of the media and the listening public.

The Quarterly GDP estimates indicate that Bermuda’s economy continued to expand and…

Minister Roban Addresses Scott Pearman’s Recent Statement

In addressing the One Bermuda Alliance (OBA) Scott Pearman's recent statement, Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said, "Regarding the OBA's purported offer to collaborate on a bipartisan legislative solution to delay Belco…

Minister Tinee Furbert Unveils The National 18+ Youth Conference

Minister of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors Tinee Furbert is excited to announce the launching of the iView National 18+ Youth Conference. 

Organized by the Office of Youth Affairs (TOYA), this first-time event started on July…

Government announces significant reduction in energy taxes to offset recent electricity rate increases

In response to the recent electricity rate increases approved by the Regulatory Authority (RA), the Government of Bermuda today announced a significant reduction in energy taxes. This decisive action is aimed at providing much-needed relief and…

Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service Welcomes Youth Summer Program Participants

The Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service (BFRS), in collaboration with the Department of Workforce Development, is proud to announce the commencement of its Youth Summer Programme. 

This initiative offers an educational…

Rate Increase a Severe Blow to Struggling Hardworking Bermudians

"Outrageous and disheartening news," said the Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban, JP, MP, today following the Regulatory Authority (RA) announcement that customers will be slapped with an average 8% increase to their…