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Strengthening Bermuda’s Food Security

Good Afternoon Everyone,

Recently, several commercial farmers publicly announced their concerns that Bermuda would not be getting seed potatoes or strawberry seedlings for growing next year’s crop. 

I am happy to remove these…

Retail Sales Publication – September 2022

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the September 2022 Retail Sales Index. 

September’s volume of retail sales decreased 1.8 per cent compared to last year.  In value terms, retail sales increased to an estimated $…

Skills Development Programme Awards - Minister of Public Works’ Remarks

Good morning members and staff of the Skills Development Programme, family members and members of the media.

Let me start by saying how delighted I am to stand here today at another Skills Development Programme awards ceremony. Nothing…

January Cruise Calls Ring in the New Year

"The 2023 cruise ship season projections are very promising, and we are on course to return or potentially exceed pre-pandemic levels. Our team is preparing for 224 calls with seven scheduled next month commencing with the arrival of the…

Christmas and New Year's Waste and Recycling Collection Schedule

The Ministry of Public Works would like to advise the public of the upcoming waste and recycling collection schedule over the Christmas and New Year's Holidays.

Christmas day and Boxing Day will be observed on Monday, 26 December, and…

Minister Weeks observes LF Wade International Airport Customs Operations

"The role of the men and women in the Customs Department will be crucial as we strengthen our resources against illicit drugs and weapons," declared Minister of National Security Michael Weeks, JP, MP, as he inspected the LF Wade International…

Ministry of Health Holiday Season Update - Minister of Health's Remarks

Good afternoon.

As we head into the festive holiday season, we are reminding the public to take precautions to avoid catching the flu, coronavirus or Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and other respiratory viruses prevalent during colder…

Exploring Bermuda’s Blue Backyard

Sent on behalf of the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme

Scientists from the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS) participated in a virtual education session for local schools as part of the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity…

Labour Force Survey Underway

Today, the Minister of Labour and Economy, the Hon. Jason Hayward JP, MP, advised that the Department of Statistics has launched the Fall 2022 Labour Force Survey, which is expected to conclude on February 28th 2023.

The purpose…

Hospitality Job Fair

More than 130 individuals attended the 2nd Annual Hospitality Recruitment Drive, that took place yeaterday (Dec. 14), at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess and Beach Club. 

The event, which was a partnership with the Department of…