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Press Release Public Works and Environment 2 min read Jan 30, 2026

Draft Admiralty House Park Management Plan

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is inviting members of the public to review and provide feedback on the Draft Admiralty House Park Management Plan, which sets out a long-term vision for the preservation, enhancement, and sustainable use of one of Bermuda’s most cherished coastal parks. The draft plan marks an important step in setting a clear direction for the future of Admiralty House by identifying practical, achievable improvements while ensuring the park’s natural, historic,...

Press Release Parks 2 min read Jan 27, 2026

Request for Proposals: Commercial Activity within Parklands 2026

The Department of Parks is seeking proposals from suitable concessionaires to provide beach/park concession services at sixteen (16) public parklands for the summer season 2026 (1 April to 30 November). Locations of these concessions and square footage is detailed below: · Parson’s Road Park – Site 2: 15ft x 10ft · Penhurst Park – 10ft x 10ft · Great Head Park (St. David’s Battery) – 15ft x 10ft · Ferry Point Park – 15ft x 10ft · Alexandra Battery – 10ft x 10ft · Elbow Beach – 15ft x 10ft ·...

Press Release Housing and Municipalities 3 min read Nov 27, 2025

Battery Road Development - Remarks from the Minister of Housing and Municipalities

It is a pleasure to join you here in St. David's as we continue our work to expand quality, affordable housing for Bermudians through the Bermuda Housing Corporation's Residential Building Programme. Today, we acknowledge the continued progress of the Battery Road Development, a project years in the making that continues to move forward with determination, despite challenges along the way. I would like to recognise the Area MP Ms. Lovitta Foggo, the Chairman and Board of the Bermuda Housing...

Press Release The Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation 3 min read Nov 24, 2025

Government Reaffirms Environmental Protections and Oversight in Finalised Fairmont Southampton SDO

The Ministry for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation today reiterated the strong environmental protections, planning controls, and oversight safeguards embedded within the finalised Fairmont Southampton Special Development Order (SDO), underscoring that the SDO balances the island's environmental responsibilities with the national priority of rejuvenating Bermuda's tourism product. The finalised SDO is not a new approval, but rather the formal completion of the draft SDO that underwent...

Press Release Public Works and Environment 2 min read Nov 23, 2025

Ministry of Public Works and Environment Highlights Completion of The Glebe Road Bridge Renewal Works

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises that major structural renewal works at The Glebe Road Bridge in Pembroke have been completed, marking another step forward in the Government’s commitment to strengthening Bermuda’s core infrastructure. The bridge, which carries The Glebe Road above Palmetto Road, underwent extensive restoration after opening-up works revealed significant deterioration within key structural components. Sunrise Construction Limited executed the project with...

Press Release Public Works and Environment 2 min read Jul 16, 2025

New Road Paver in Action at Mullet Bay

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is pleased to update the public on the successful deployment of new road paving equipment imported earlier this year, with the asphalt paver already in active use at Mullet Bay, St. George’s. Since roadwork commenced at the site on 12 May, the paver has been central to resurfacing operations, marking the first time this advanced machinery has been used on Bermuda’s public roads. Minister of Public Works and Environment, the Hon. Jache Adams, JP, MP,..

Ministerial Statement The Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation 4 min read May 12, 2025

The City of Hamilton Plan 2025

Mr. Speaker, Today, I presented to this Honourable House for its consideration and approval the City of Hamilton Plan 2025 – or simply, "the Plan." This forward-looking document, prepared by the Department of Planning, will guide all future development activity in the City of Hamilton, excluding the North East Hamilton Local Plan 2022 area. The Plan is accompanied by two important documents: the Tribunal Report, which outlines its findings and recommendations, and the City Survey Report 2024,...

Press Release The Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation 2 min read Apr 10, 2025

Statement from Minister Rabain on the Government Prioritising Senior Care Projects and Committing to Planning Reform

The Minister for Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP, MP, explained, “The public and this Government fully understand the urgent need for quality senior care facilities in Bermuda.” “To that end, the application for this project was submitted on March 5, 2025. Immediately upon receipt, and due to the project's importance, the Department of Planning expedited the application to obtain a DAB decision, which was made on April 2, 2025. Once the applicant submits an...

Press Release Public Works and Environment 2 min read Apr 9, 2025

Design Competition for New Lefroy Care Community

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment has announced the launch of a two-phase design competition seeking innovative architectural firms to conceptualise a new state-of-the-art facility, the Lefroy Care Community. This new facility will replace the existing Lefroy House Care Community and aims to redefine long-term care in Bermuda. The competition invites local architectural firms to submit their Request for Information (RFI) by 3 p.m. on Friday, 2 May 2025. Minister of Public Works and...

Press Release The Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation 3 min read Apr 3, 2025

Statement from the Minister for Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation on the Government Taking Action to Improve Bermuda's Planning System

Since being appointed Minister on March 7, I have been struck by the volume and urgency of planning-related concerns that have come my way. I've received emails, WhatsApp messages, and countless conversations with people stopping me in the street, all pointing to one thing: Bermudians care deeply about how our planning system functions and want to see it work better. Whether you are a homeowner seeking approval for a small renovation, a contractor eager to break ground, or a professional trying.

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