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Minister Encourages Participation in UN Women's Empowerment Programme

The Ministry of Social Development and Seniors is reminding the public that the deadline for applying to be a part of the United Nations (UN) Women’s Equality and Empowerment programme is fast approaching.

And Minister Tinee Furbert is…

Payroll tax rebate deadline December 15th

The deadline to apply for the payroll tax rebate for workers is this Thursday, December 15th. The payroll tax rebate is available for eligible persons making less than $96,000 per the Public Treasury (Administration and Payments) (…

Transport Minister Shares Update on Air Service Development

Following meetings in New York this week with the leadership of several major airlines, Minister of Transport, The Hon. Wayne Furbert said, "The priority for supporting air service development has increased since the pandemic's impact on the…

Updated Location Change: Zone In Youth Forum

As an update, the public is advised that the Zone-In Youth Forum scheduled for Monday, December 12, will take place at the Eastern Zone Community Centre.

And the Zone-In Youth Forum scheduled for December 19 will…

Department of Financial Assistance Annual Report 2021 - 2022

Mr. Speaker,

This morning I rise to lay the 2021 - 2022 Annual Report of the Department of Financial Assistance as prescribed by the Financial Assistance Act 2001.

Mr. Speaker,

The Annual…

The Bermuda Housing Corporation 2022 Housing Update

Mr. Speaker, articulated in both its 2017 and 2020 General Election manifestos – this Government vowed to ensure more affordable housing would be available for seniors and families; continue to increase the stock of affordable…

Update on Government Solar Project

Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to provide an update to this Honourable House on the progress of the Solar Panel Installation Project on four (4) Government Buildings.

Mr. Speaker, in the Government’s 2017…

Update on the Economic Recovery Plan

Mr. Speaker, the Economic Recovery Plan (ERP) combines fiscal responsibility with a clear path to growth, employment, and greater economic development. The ERP comprises 31 priority initiatives focused on seven main themes. It…

Human Rights Day 2022

Mr. Speaker,

This morning I rise to remind members of this Honourable House that tomorrow December 10th will be celebrated globally as Human Rights Day 2022. As Minister responsible for human rights in Bermuda, it is a…

Intellectual Property Updated Legislative Framework

Mr. Speaker,

Today I would like to provide this Honourable House with an update on the progress we are making towards updating the Intellectual Property legislation for Bermuda. Members of this Honourable House will be…