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Department of Financial Assistance Annual Report 2020 2021

Mr. Speaker,

This morning I rise to lay the 2020 - 2021 Annual Report of the Department of Financial Assistance as prescribed by the Financial Assistance Act…

Motor Car Liveries Amendment Act 2022

Mr. Speaker, today I will be tabling the Motor Car (Liveries) Amendment Act 2022 (“the Bill”). 

The Bill aims to amend the Motor Car Act 1951 to create an offence for operating a minicar livery without a licence…

Coronavirus Update 4 May 2022

“I am sad to report that we had three coronavirus-related deaths since our last update on April 27th,” said Minister of Health, Kim Wilson. “I am sorry for these losses and extend my condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased.”…

UK Government Advises of Passport Processing Delays

The Department of Immigration wishes to advise the public that the UK Government has confirmed that individuals attempting to renew their BOTC (Bermuda) passports, acquire initial passports, or have their lost or stolen passports replaced can…

Mandatory National Welder Recertification Testing

The Department of Workforce Development will be holding mandatory National Welding Recertification testing during the week of 9 May 2022 at the Bermuda College Welding Facility. 

Under the National Occupational Certification Act 2004…

Nurses Month Celebrations

Sunday, May 1, is the start of Nurses Month in Bermuda, a time to celebrate nurses for the work they provide for the community. Bermuda Nurses Association (BNA) started the month by returning to the traditional celebrations of attending Church…

Nurses Month Brunch - Minister of Health's Remarks

Good afternoon and welcome.

I am honoured to be a part of the 2022 Nurse of the Year celebration, and I am pleased to be here with you in person after a two-year break due to the pandemic. It  is great to be back.

Today, as we…

Minister of National Security Expresses Condolences after Visits Scene of Home Explosion

Earlier today, the Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks, visited the scene of last night’s home explosion incident.

 Minister Weeks commented, “This incident continues to be foremost on our minds today. It was incredibly…

Ministry of National Security – Well Wishes Extended to Fire Chief upon his Retirement

The Ministry of National Security today advised of the retirement of Chief Fire Officer Lloyd Burchall.

Mr. Burchall was promoted to Chief Fire Officer on May 1st, 2013, succeeding Mr. Vincent Hollinsid.

Mr. Burchall indicated…

Premier Presentation to Jah-Nhai Perinchief

Recently (April 29), Premier David Burt presented local track star Jah-Nhai Perinchief with a $25,000 cheque to assist the young athlete in his continued sports endeavours.

 The public will be aware that the Bermudian triple-jumper…