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“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,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said in the House of Assembly today [July 10]. The Minister said, “These initiatives …

“The Commission received 215 intakes, consisting of complaints, queries, and special programme applications, representing a significant increase from the previous reporting year,” Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert said in the House of Assembly today [July 10]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I am pleased today to submit to …

A police officer “has been arrested on allegations of dishonesty offences,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that a serving police officer has been arrested on allegations of dishonesty offences. A full and impartial investigation into the circumstances surrounding this matter is ongoing. Acting Commissioner of Police …

The Human Rights Commission has released its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting its efforts to protect and promote human rights across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The Human Rights Commission has released its 2025 Annual Report, outlining the Commission’s work to protect and promote human rights in Bermuda. “Prepared in accordance with the Human Rights Act 1981, …

The PLP and leadership candidates Curtis Dickinson and Jason Hayward have issued a joint statement about the leadership election. The joint statement –  from PLP Chairperson Dawn Simmons, MP Curtis Dickinson and Minister Jason Hayward –  said, “The Progressive Labour Party and both candidates for the leadership of the Party, the Hon. Curtis Dickinson, JP, MP, …

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward encouraged Bermuda’s young people to develop lifelong civic and workplace skills during his remarks at the National Youth Conference’s Civic Skills Bootcamp. Speaking at the event, the Minister said, “Good morning, everyone. It is a pleasure to join you today at the National Youth Conference’s Civic Skills Bootcamp. …

Bermuda Hospitals Board has awarded a total of $152,000 in scholarships to 12 students — Anna Francoeur, Jerssiah Hassell-Belboda, Sarah Vijaykumar, Chiyaro Wedderburn, Zekiah Lewis, Christopher Bean, Mishale Corday, Naziah Robinson, Alaysia Swan, Zhi Williams, Keimani Trott and Kimora-Lee Bean — to support their studies in medicine, nursing and allied health sciences. A spokesperson said, …

The Department of Health is reminding the public that no one under 18 can legally consent to getting a tattoo and confirmed that officials investigated a local studio following complaints that minors were being tattooed without their parents’ knowledge or permission and “the studio’s operating licence has been suspended.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department …

Chubb Bermuda is pleased to welcome 25 students to its 2026 Summer Internship Program, including four participants in the Chubb Bermuda Underwriting Program. A spokesperson said, “The 10-week Chubb Underwriting Program is designed for Bermudian university students interested in pursuing careers in the international insurance industry. Through hands-on learning, mentorship and exposure to underwriting and …

The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [July 10] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Family Preservation Tier II Program Progress Update, the Human Rights Commission Bermuda Annual Report 2025, Implications of International Travel Restrictions on Access to Overseas Medical Care, and Advancing Bermuda’s Workforce: Youth Employment and …

The City of Hamilton is inviting Bermuda’s boating community to register for the 2026 City Christmas Boat Parade, set to take place in Hamilton Harbour on Saturday, December 12. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is calling on Bermuda’s boating community to register today for the 2026 City Christmas Boat Parade, taking place on …

The Department of Marine & Ports advised that the Pink Route ferry service resumed this afternoon [July 9] at 3.45pm following an earlier service disruption. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine & Ports advises that the Pink Route ferry service will resume today [July 9] at 3:45 p.m. “The Department thanks the public …

The Department of Culture and the Bermuda Arts Council announced Karen Franks, Yusef Bushara, Lara Hetzel, Ahmed-Yassine Abdellah Chentouf, Nadiyah Brown, Troy Washington, the Chewstick Foundation, Devray Denwiddie, and Zachary Wilson as the first recipients of their 2026 grants. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Culture and the Bermuda Arts Council [BAC] are pleased …

Premier David Burt described Bermuda’s participation in the 51st Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM in St. Lucia as “productive and forward looking, highlighting that Bermuda’s discussions focused on food security, reducing the cost of living, trade diversification, and Bermuda’s continued engagement toward full CARICOM membership.” A Government spokesperson said, …

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is warning the public to remain vigilant against scammers posing as local bank representatives to steal customers’ account information and funds. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continues to receive reports regarding fraudulent activity targeting members of the public, where individuals posing as representatives of local banks …

“An Independent Education Authority for Bermuda’s public schools must be more than another government board that can be populated with political loyalists,” Opposition Leader and Shadow Education Minister Ben Smith said Mr. Smith said, “For years, the Government has promised education reform. Yet its record has been defined by a lack of transparency, weak accountability, …

The Office of Youth Affairs successfully held a Youth Parliament Debate on this evening, with current Youth Parliamentarians and alumni debating whether Bermuda should lower the voting age to 16. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The Office of Youth Affairs has set the stage for Bermuda’s next generation of leaders to occupy the central place …

Family Centre and title sponsor Clarien Bank are inviting the community to support the annual Cup Match Tag Day on July 29, with ribbon sales helping fund mental health counselling and youth programmes across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Family Centre, together with long-standing title sponsor Clarien Bank, is inviting the community to take part in …

The government said that “search efforts remain active following the reported sighting of an Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake” and they are ”exploring additional measures, including external expertise and other capture methods to strengthen ongoing search efforts.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment wishes to advise the public that search efforts remain active …

Appleby Bermuda and Appleby Global Services welcomed Chloe Brookes, Hannah Stockley, Markalah Telemaque, Jeremias Pietila, Cameron Menzies, and Yasmine Tull to its 2026 summer internship programmes, with three returning interns also joining the firm for special projects. A spokesperson said, “Appleby Bermuda welcomes three legal interns to its rotational summer internship programme, and three interns to …

Bermuda’s Ajani Robinson produced a winning performance in Buffalo, New York, claiming the Male Single Rope Individual Freestyle Grand National title at the 2026 American Jump Rope National Championship. The event was held recently at Buffalo State University, where Robinson earned the prestigious title with an impressive routine. Robinson also competed in Single Rope Pair …

The Convex End-to-End celebrated another year of community commitment and charitable giving, awarding $297,500 in grants to Bermuda charities and community organisations and honouring the volunteers, participants and teams who helped make the event a success. A spokesperson said, “The Convex End-to-End has once again transformed the generosity of Bermuda’s community into meaningful support for …

Starting on August 1st 2026, BELCO’s electricity rates “will be restructured and customer bills redesigned” and “rates will now be unbundled for greater transparency,” the company announced today. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today announced that from 1 August 2026 BELCO’s electricity rates will be restructured and customer bills redesigned as …

There were tiny caps, big smiles, and plenty of proud families as Happy Valley Child Care Centre celebrated its newest graduates. The Government posted the images below and said, “Congratulations to the graduating class of Happy Valley Child Care Centre! A special congratulations to Ms. Andalyn Swan, Programme Coordinator, and the Happy Valley Child Care Centre …

The catamaran Princess Chloe safely returned to Bermuda after being struck by lightning shortly after departing for Newport with five people on board, with no injuries reported. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Thursday 25th June, 3:41 pm – The catamaran Princess Chloe which had recently departed Bermuda for Newport with 5 people onboard …

A collision involving two vehicles occurred on South Road in Devonshire this morning [July 8]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious two vehicle road traffic collision on South Road, near the junction with Kent Avenue, Devonshire. “The roadway is now blocked. “Vehicles traveling west on South Road are being diverted over Brighton …

“The Opposition is deeply alarmed by new data showing that reports of senior abuse in Bermuda have doubled in just three years,” OBA MP Robin Tucker said. Ms Tucker said, “According to data provided by Ageing and Disability Services showing a dramatic escalation in senior abuse reports, this underscores a growing crisis affecting some of …

The Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art has added five new works to its permanent collection with support from donors and the Bermuda Arts Council. A spokesperson said, “Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art is thrilled to announce the addition of five new works to the Masterworks Permanent Collection, made possible with the generous support of our …

A car driver received a ‘minor head injury’ after a car crash which resulted in the car overturning in Smiths this afternoon [July 6], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 2:13 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026, Police and other first responders were dispatched to a single vehicle road traffic collision involving an …

A $200,000 donation by the Chubb Charitable Foundation Bermuda has “significantly strengthened technical education programmes at Bermuda College,” the Bermuda College Foundation said, explaining that the grant enabled targeted upgrades for the motor vehicle, plumbing, electrical and HVAC programmes. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College Foundation proudly celebrates the transformative impact of a $200,000 donation from the …

Carey Olsen Bermuda partner Kyle Masters has been admitted as an INSOL Fellow following his successful completion of the Global Insolvency Practice Course [GIPC], a leading international programme for restructuring and insolvency professionals. A spokesperson said, “Delivered by INSOL International, the course brings together experienced restructuring and insolvency practitioners from major financial centres worldwide to …

Future Leaders Bermuda has appointed programme graduate McKenzie-Kohl Tuckett as its new Executive Director, succeeding founder and newly appointed National Security Minister Ryan Robinson Perinchief. A spokesperson said, “Future Leaders Bermuda is pleased to announce the appointment of McKenzie‑Kohl Tuckett as its next Executive Director, marking a proud moment for both the organisation and one …

[Opinion column written by the FDM’s Quinton Sherlock Jr] Politicians and those with public platforms have become increasingly skilled at identifying what is wrong while becoming less effective at making things better. That is especially dangerous in education, where the objective should never be to embarrass the system, but to improve it. The question is …

Premier David Burt and Home Affairs Minister Alexa Lightbourne are leading Bermuda’s delegation at the CARICOM meeting in Saint Lucia. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, and the Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Alexa Lightbourne, JP, MP, are currently leading a Bermuda delegation to the 51st Regular Meeting of …

The Bermuda Olympic Association has named a 104-member delegation, including 78 athletes, for the 2026 CAC Games in the Dominican Republic, marking Bermuda’s largest team ever sent to a multi-sport event. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Olympic Association [BOA] is pleased to announce the full roster for Team Bermuda ahead of the 2026 Central American …

“The Premier’s decision to replace Michael Weeks with Ryan Robinson Perinchief as Minister of National Security does not answer the deeper question Bermudians are asking: ‘What is this Government actually doing to make Bermuda safer?’” Shadow Minister of National Security, Governance and AI Jarion Richardson said. “No one should question the former Minister’s desire to …

Seventeen recruits began foundational training with the Royal Bermuda Regiment as Recruit Camp got underway at Warwick Camp. A spokesperson said, “Four women and 13 men are this afternoon settling into life at Warwick Camp as they embark on foundational training with the Royal Bermuda Regiment. “Recruit Camp 26 Bravo began today with orientation and …

The Drift GastroBar at the St. George’s Club Hotel held their official opening, with a ribbon cutting –  using “appropriately coloured light and dark blue ribbons” –  was held earlier this week. A spokesperson said, “On Wednesday, July 1st a soft launch and ribbon cutting were held for the new GastroBar ‘Drift’ located in the St. …

The 2026 Bermuda Pride Parade was held this weekend under the theme “Deep Roots.” A spokesperson previously said, “OutBermuda is proud to announce “Deep Roots” as the official theme for Bermuda Pride 2026. This theme serves as a powerful reminder that the LGBTQ+ community is not a recent addition to the island, but an essential …

News that the Ex-Artillerymen’s Association donated $1,000 to the Lady Cubitt Compassionate Association, the PHC Lady Zebras received the Bermuda Football Association Women’s Division League Cup, and Delray Rawlins and Derrick Brangman won awards at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup qualifier were among the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good …

The Mount Hill Community Block Party was held on Saturday [July 4] at the Northlands school field, bringing residents together for a day of community activities and entertainment. Related Stories Photos & Video: BAMZ Community Open House Photos: “10 Years Of Dance Excellence” Photos: Spring Into The City In Hamilton Photos: Easter Displays On Roundabout …

A car driver was taken to hospital following a collision with a taxi on South Road in Paget early this morning [July 5], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 4:25 a.m. on Sunday July 5, 2026, Police and other first responders were dispatched to a two vehicle road traffic collision, involving a …

The 2026 Bermuda Pride Parade was held today [July 4] under the theme “Deep Roots.” A spokesperson previously said, “The ‘Deep Roots’ theme reflects a commitment to stability, trust, and an unshakeable presence within the island’s culture. It acknowledges that LGBTQ+ Bermudians have always been a part of the social and cultural fabric of the …

Bermudian gymnast Aria Divine claimed several medals at the Baskervilles Invitational at the City of Bristol Gymnastics Club in England. Competing in the IGA Level 6 competition, the 13-year-old won gold in the floor and vault, silver on the beam and uneven bars, and was crowned overall champion in her category. Divine, whose older brother, …

Despite an “intensive search,” the rattlesnake has not yet been located, with officials saying they believe the photograph supplied by the person who reported the sighting “to be genuine” and noting that “the reproductive risk cannot be fully dismissed, as the gender of the snake is not known.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of …

[Updated | Ryan Robinson Perinchief has been appointed as the new Senator and Minister of National Security, Reverend Dr Emily Gail Dill will serve as Minister for the Cabinet Office and Diallo Rabain will return as the Minister of Education.] There will be a ‘focused realignment of Cabinet and Junior Minister responsibilities’ with new Ministers and …

[Updated with live video] There will be a ‘focused realignment of Cabinet and Junior Minister responsibilities’ with new Ministers and Junior Ministers to be be sworn in at Government House this afternoon [July 3]. This is according to a statement sent out to PLP members last night, in which the Premier/PLP Leader said, “There has been …

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward delivered opening remarks at the CPA Bermuda Accounting Career Fair, highlighting the importance of developing Bermuda’s future accounting professionals. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, gave opening remarks at the CPA Bermuda Accounting Career Fair, where he highlighted …

Mayor Quinell Francis announced the appointment of Richard L. James as Acting Corporation Secretary and Transition Consultant for the Corporation of St. George’s, effective July 2, 2026. A spokesperson said, “The Mayor of the Corporation of St. George’s Quinell Francis, JP, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Richard L. James as Acting Corporation …

Crystal Caesar has resigned as Minister of Education and as a PLP Senator. In a statement posted on social media, she said, “Today, I have tendered my resignation as Minister of Education and as a Senator representing the Progressive Labour Party. This has not been an easy decision. It is one that I have reached only after considerable …