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Reminder: Updated Work Permit Policy Takes Effect November 1, 2025

The Ministry of Economy and Labour reminds the public that the updated Work Permit Policy 2025 will take effect on 1 November 2025.

The revised policy modernises Bermuda’s immigration framework to ensure transparency, fairness, and…

EMO - All Clear at 12NOON

Earlier this morning, (Oct. 31), the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Michael Weeks, JP, MP, convened an Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) Executive meeting to get the latest update on post Hurricane Melissa and to assess the…

Morning EMO Video Update - 8.00 am

Following the 6.00 am (and final) Bermuda Weather Service (BWS) update, please note the latest Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) update from the Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks, JP, MP.

Video update here: EMO Update 8.00 a…

Evening EMO Video Update - 1.45 am

Following the midnight Bermuda Weather Service (BWS) forecast, please note the latest Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) update from the Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks, JP, MP.

The Minister is joined by the Director of the…

Evening EMO Video Update - 10.00 pm

Following the 9.00 p.m. Bermuda Weather Service (BWS) forecast, please note the latest Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) update from the Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks, JP, MP.

The Minister is joined by the Director of…

EMO Advisory - Public should guard against weather misinformation

The Ministry of National Security advised this evening that it is aware of messages circulating that contain unofficial weather commentary about Hurricane Melissa. 

A Ministry spokesperson said, “While we understand the public’s…

Hurricane Melissa EMO Update - 3PM

Earlier  this afternoon (Oct. 30), the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Michael Weeks, JP, MP, convened an Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) Executive meeting to assess the latest developments in advance of Hurricane Melissa.…

Statement from Premier David Burt | Jamaica Relief

“It is heartbreaking,” said the Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, today reflecting on the reports of the damage to Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa.

“The storm has had a devastating impact on the people of…

Postponement of Tonight’s Gender Affairs Council Event

Due to the expected impact of Hurricane Melissa, the Gender Affairs Council (GAC) has made the decision to postpone this evening’s inaugural public event, “Gender (Affairs Council): What is it?”, in the interest of everyone’s safety. 

Public invited to submit names for Nominations for The King’s Honours

Nominations are currently being sought from members of the public for individuals they would like to be considered for:

(i) an award as part of His Majesty The King’s Overseas and International Honours List and

(ii) an award as part…