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Statement on the evacuation of government buildings

This morning, the Bermuda Police Service received a phone call to our 911 system stating there was a “bomb in the courts”.

Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin Weekes stated that in the early stages as the threat was being analysed and…

Department of Workforce Development’s Free Career Building Workshops

Whether you are just starting your career, need assistance with a job search or considering or want to ensure that you're prepared for a job search, the Department of Workforce Development is offering free career development workshops assist you…

Ministry of Health launches public consultation on Sugar Tax

The Ministry of Health has launched a public consultation on the proposed implementation of a tax on sugar—the initiative announced in the Speech from the Throne in September.

A Ministry of Health survey found that 75% of the island’s…

Bermuda Monetary Authority hosts sixth meeting of Financial Policy Council

HAMILTON, BERMUDA –Bermuda Monetary Authority (Authority or BMA) hosted the sixth meeting of the Financial Policy Council (Council or FPC) at its offices in Hamilton, Bermuda.

The Council, established in 2015, advises the Ministry of…

Illegal Dogs Flown Overseas to be Rehomed

Yesterday evening seven illegal dogs were flown overseas via Cargojet in the hopes of finding them new homes in the United States (photos attached). This initiative was led by the Ministry of Home Affairs and a nonprofit no-kill rescue…

Bus service prepares for new school term

The Department of Public Transportation wishes to advise parents that they are unable to provide dedicated school buses in the near future, as they continue to work with a diminished fleet.

Buses specifically for students of the Berkeley…

Registrar General Issues Reminder about Fundraising

The Registrar General has today issued an advisory to remind the public that it is illegal to solicit money for charitable causes if you are not a registered charity, acting on behalf of a registered charity or have a temporary fundraising…

Miriam Dickenson celebrates her 100th birthday

Miriam Ada Dickenson celebrated her 100th birthday Saturday, 30 December surrounded by her family in the home she loves. It is the house she grew up in, and the one she returned to at age 95. Her family cares for her there.

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PwC donates 120 computer monitors to the Department of Education

PwC has donated 120 computer monitors to the Department of Education to be used by students in Bermuda's public schools. This donation is to help to facilitate Government's wider objectives around ensuring that all schools have functioning…

Queen's Certificates awarded to recipients for their ACBDA service

The organisation of the 2017 America's Cup was a unique accomplishment. It was achieved through a combination of exemplary volunteer assistance and professional contribution.

The efforts of those involved in delivering and managing the…