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Ministry of National Security Hurricane Ernesto Update - 17 August

This morning (Aug. 17), the Ministry of National Security urged safety and responsible behaviour as the island continues to experience the effects of Hurricane Ernesto.

The Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks said, ”I wish to…

Hurricane Ernesto EMO Update - Minister Weeks Remarks

Good afternoon, everyone.
 

Thank you for joining us today.
I am joined by the Premier the Hon. David Burt, Michelle Pitcher, the Director of the Bermuda Weather Service, and Mr. Lyndon Raynor, of the Disaster Risk Reduction and…

Minister Weeks Remarks - Hurricane Ernesto Press Conference

Good afternoon Premier, Ms. Michelle Pitcher, Director of the Bermuda Weather Service, members of the media, and fellow members of our community.

Yesterday, I addressed the community and emphasised, the importance of making all…

Premier Burt Remarks - Hurricane Ernesto Press Conference

Good afternoon, Minister Weeks, Bermuda Weather Service Director Pitcher, Mr Lyndon Raynor of members of the local & international media - and good afternoon Bermuda. 

I am pleased to be joined at this press conference by…

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Signs on as Education Learning Partner

The Ministry of Education is pleased to announce that the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has joined as a Learning Partner. This partnership is a key component of the mission to transform teaching…

February 2024 Retail Sales Index

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

February’s volume of retail sales index increased 0.6 per cent compared to last year.  In value terms, retail sales…

The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Extends Deadline

The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors and UN Women Multi-Country Office – Caribbean, would like to advise interested entrepreneurs and business service providers that the application deadline for the Request for Quotations from…

February 2024 Consumer Price Index

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the February 2024 Consumer Price Index from the Department of Statistics.

“In summary, consumers paid 2.5 per cent more in February 2024 than a year ago for the basket of goods…

Department of Social Insurance Announces Pension Increase for Seniors

The Department of Social Insurance is pleased to announce a 2.4% increase in seniors’ pension benefits, which was approved by the Cabinet and tabled in the Senate in July 2024. This inflationary adjustment will be tabled in the House of Assembly…

Media Briefing on the Approach of Hurricane Ernesto

Today, the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Michael Weeks, JP, MP, held a press conference concerning Hurricane Ernesto.