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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…

TCD Announce Digital Application for Commercial Vehicle Permit

The Transport Control Department (TCD) is pleased to announce that the Commercial Vehicle Permit  (CVP) application is now accessible online at forms.gov.bm.  The online application for the CVP is the most recent addition to the…

Hurricane Melissa Update

We find ourselves facing another threat from Mother Nature so, we are gathered today to provide you information that will enable you to prepare for the approach of Hurricane Melissa. 

Earlier this afternoon, I chaired an Emergency…

Public Advisory: Six Months of Controlled Disposal Operations at the Government Quarry

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the public that routine controlled disposal operations will take place at the Government Quarry from now to the end of April 2026.

These operations form part of a safe, environmentally…

Bermudian Heartbeats Delivers an Evening of Haunted Tales

The Department of Culture’s Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series continued its 2025 season with a thrilling evening of folklore and storytelling at the National Museum of Bermuda on Saturday, 25 October. Entitled “Haunted Tales of the West End”,…

Reminder: Virtual Forum on Draft Landlord and Tenant Bill

The Ministry of Home Affairs is reminding residents, landlords, tenants, and industry professionals to join the link Virtual Draft Landlord Tenant Bill Consultative Meeting this evening, Wednesday, October 29, at 6.30 PM.

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Extraordinary Municipal Election for Corporation of Hamilton

An extraordinary municipal election for the Corporation of Hamilton to fill the seat of Municipal Residents’ Councillor will be held on 2 December 2025 at The Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity Church Hall, Hamilton.…

EMO urges preparedness as Hurricane Melissa becomes a threat to Bermuda

The Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) Executive met this afternoon to discuss preparations for Hurricane Melissa, which is now officially considered a threat to Bermuda. 

The EMO advised that no decisions regarding potential…