Bermuda News Updates

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward outlined his plans for a social development strategy during a Bernews News & Views [BNV] podcast interview about his bid to lead the Progressive Labour Party [PLP]. Speaking with host Don Burgess, Minister Hayward also discussed his leadership approach, priorities for his first 100 days, support for young …

Reverend Carl Williams has urged residents to slow down on Bermuda’s roads, show greater consideration for others and hold family conversations about the value of human life. Speaking to Bernews about St. Mary’s All Souls’ Day service of remembrance and consolation, the priest-in-charge of the Warwick church reflected on the grief experienced by families who …

The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities is inviting public feedback on a proposed framework that ”seeks to address the growing number of vacant and derelict residential properties in Bermuda and explore ways to return them to productive use.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities is inviting members of the public to review …

The Department of Culture held a proclamation ceremony to celebrate the 177th anniversary of the arrival of Bermuda’s first Portuguese immigrants. Speaking in advance of the event, the Department said said, “This special commemoration celebrates the arrival of the first Portuguese immigrants to Bermuda in 1849 aboard the Golden Rule. Together, we’ll reflect on their …

Premier David Burt is in Antigua and Barbuda to participate in the Commonwealth Business Forum, held alongside the Commonwealth Heads of Government meetings. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, is in Antigua and Barbuda, where he is participating in the Commonwealth Business Forum, taking place …

The Information Commissioner’s Office has officially announced the appointments of Kentisha Tweed as Investigative Counsel and David Northcott as Regulatory Compliance & Oversight Analyst. A spokesperson said, “The Information Commissioner’s Office [ICO] is pleased to formally announce two pivotal senior-level appointments: Ms. Kentisha Tweed as Investigative Counsel [effective 1 June 2026] and Mr. David Northcott …