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Employment Amendment (No. 2) Act 2026
Ministerial Statement Economy and Labour 3 min read

Employment Amendment (No. 2) Act 2026

Good morning, Mr. Speaker . I am pleased to table in the Honourable House today a Bill entitled the Employment Amendment (No. 2) Act 2026, which seeks to strengthen the procedural and enforcement framework governing the Employment and Labour Relations Tribunal.

Immigration Updates
Press Release Economy and Labour 4 min read

Immigration Updates

the Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, announced key immigration updates aimed at strengthening Bermuda’s borders, addressing sham marriages and enhancing the integrity of the immigration system. Changes will also protect key entry-level insurance and reinsurance roles to ensure greater employment opportunities for Bermudians.

Advancing Bermuda’s Workforce: Youth Employment and Bermuda Job Connect
Ministerial Statement Workforce Development 5 min read

Advancing Bermuda’s Workforce: Youth Employment and Bermuda Job Connect

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to provide this Honorable House with an update on significant workforce development initiatives that continue to strengthen Bermuda's labour market and advance this Government's commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for Bermudians.

National Youth Conference Civic Skills Bootcamp
Press Release Office of Youth Affairs 3 min read

National Youth Conference Civic Skills Bootcamp

Remarks by the Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, from the National Youth Conference Civic Skills Bootcamp, held on July 9. The event was organised by the Office of Youth Affairs as part of the National 18+ Youth Conference, which is taking place from July 6 to 13.

Strengthening the Enforcement Powers of Bermuda’s Employment and Labour Relations Tribunal
Ministerial Statement Economy and Labour 4 min read

Strengthening the Enforcement Powers of Bermuda’s Employment and Labour Relations Tribunal

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to lay for the information of this Honourable House the policy paper entitled “Strengthening the Enforcement Powers of Bermuda’s Employment Tribunal.” The Employment and Labour Relations Tribunal is a cornerstone of Bermuda’s labour relations framework. It provides employee s and employers with an accessible forum to resolve workplace disputes fairly, efficiently, and in accordance with the law. For many Bermudians, the Tribunal represents the most practical avenue...

Department of Workforce Development Launches “The Reset: Work Ready Series”
Press Release Workforce Development 1 min read

Department of Workforce Development Launches “The Reset: Work Ready Series”

The Department of Workforce Development, in partnership with MASC Ltd., is pleased to announce the launch of “ The Reset: Work Ready Series” , a six-part workshop series designed to help individuals strengthen the personal and interpersonal skills essential for success in today’s workplace. Open to all in the community, the series will give participants practical tools to strengthen their mindset, resilience, communication, and workplace habits that support both obtaining and sustaining...

Department of Labour Releases “Know Your Rights at Work” Guidance for Employees
Press Release Labour 2 min read

Department of Labour Releases “Know Your Rights at Work” Guidance for Employees

The Department of Labour (the Department) is pleased to publish its “ Know Your Rights at Work ” guidance document, an accessible, easy-to-understand resource designed to help employees better understand their workplace rights. This initiative comes at an important time, following recent amendments to Bermuda’s Employment and Labour Code, which have strengthened protections and improved alignment with international labour standards. The Code includes the Employment Act 2000 and the Trade Union..

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