Royal Gazette

A former police officer who became the service’s chaplain in 2003, served as the charismatic pastor of the church founded and led by his parents and for more than a decade as Bishop of the New Testame…

An MP has called for increases in court fees for high-value commercial cases to bolster Bermuda’s probate and family courts and help ensure judicial independence.
Scott Pearman, the Shadow Attorney-Ge…

Commercial banks have said that there is “not enough demand” or interest for the establishment of a viable gaming sector, the Premier told the House of Assembly.
Mr Burt also said on Friday that the a…

Almost 100 musicians entertained residents with classical music yesterday at an outdoor event that marked the 50th anniversary of a charity which supports students in music.
Tunes filled Victoria Park…

Legislation designed to open the door to a ride-sharing service was passed by MPs despite calls from members of the Opposition for it to be put on hold.
Government legislators highlighted the importan…

A portion of Cedar Avenue will be closed to traffic next week to allow for resurfacing works.
The City of Hamilton said that the road will be closed to traffic between its junction with Dundonald Stre…

Funding in the latest Budget will go towards breaking ground for a new Agriculture Services Centre, the Minister of Public Works and Environment confirmed.
Jaché Adams said yesterday the $2.5 million …

A male motorcycle rider was taken to hospital with serious head injuries following a single vehicle crash in Pembroke this morning, police said.
The Bermuda Police Service reported that shortly before…

An all-women panel discussed the importance of building and supporting a strong network in recognition of International Women’s Day.
The four-person panel, led by author and researcher Christie Hunter…

The Minister of Education should come clean and admit that public education is “underperforming terribly”, the shadow minister has said.
Ben Smith was speaking after it was revealed that in almost al…

A therapist announced as Woman of the Year told of taking her passion for helping others from the support she got during her own mental health struggles.
Latisha Lister-Burgess, who appeared this morn…

A crowd of people came together to remember those who have lost loved ones on Bermuda’s roads as part of the second annual Grief and Loss Awareness Day.
Gina Spence, the founder of the Gina Spence Pro…

A fee break for drivers has been tabled in the House of Assembly in the Motor Car (Licence Fees Reduction) Amendment Bill 2026.
It will cut the cost of licensing by 10 per cent, on top of a 10 per cen…

The Bermuda Monetary Authority is in the final stages of completing a framework for the establishment of digital identity service providers for the island’s fintech industry, according to a strategy l…

Health insurance premiums could go up by almost $40 a month to help cover back pay for hospital staff, MPs heard this morning.
Kim Wilson said the standard premium rate the government-set portion of h…

A man caught speeding the day after his previous ticket has been disqualified from riding all vehicles for six months.
Benjamin Howland, 30, admitted both charges when he appeared in Magistrates’ Cour…

A woman had to be taken to hospital after her vehicle overturned on South Road in Paget early this morning.
Police said officers on mobile patrol around 1am came across the overturned vehicle – the l…

With Good Friday on April 3 signifying the approach of kite season, Belco has launched its annual kite safety poster competition for P1 and P2 students.
The deadline is March 13, with one entry taken …

A teenager injured in a shooting in Devonshire last night has been released from King Edward VII Memorial Hospital after receiving treatment.
A police spokesman said that the 18-year-old was injured a…

Members of the public are encouraged to wear orange tomorrow to support those who have lost loved ones on Bermuda’s roads.
The Gina Spence Programme is organising Bermuda’s second annual Grief and Los…

Staff from the Department of Parks learnt about up-to-date horticultural techniques during an eight-day course.
Nine staff members participated in the Certified Practical Horticulture course, led by t…

Bermuda’s public school exam results fell below international averages in almost all areas, the latest public figures showed.
The Ministry of Education announced this week that it had posted the resul…

A Front Street eatery reopened today after a building issue forced it to close for almost a week.
A health inspector ordered One29 to close last week after an unknown issue caused fire-suppressant mat…

The Bermuda Foundation delivered more than $6 million in grants to community organisations in the 2025 financial year.
Donors’ gifts, combined with the foundation’s unrestricted funding contributions …

Increased funding to the Bermuda Tourism Authority will help to promote the island outside of summer peaks, the House of Assembly heard last night.
Owen Darrell, the Minister of Tourism, Transport, Cu…

The Government will advance a legislative framework as the island progresses towards universal healthcare, the Minister of Health told the House of Assembly yesterday.
It came as Kim Wilson outlined b…

The Berkeley Institute is preparing students for careers in finance, insurance and healthcare as it works towards becoming a Centre of Excellence, the school said this week.
Kyle Masters, the chairma…

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute is screening a documentary about a trailblazing Black marine scientist next week.
It will show Black Godfather of Scuba, about the career of Albert “Doc”…

Students can explore the power of science and how it can lead to future careers at the Bermuda College this month.
The school has three events planned for March 17 and 18 to mark Roche Science Week.
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A charity tracking as well as tackling homelessness in Bermuda estimated that as of last year, 2 per cent of the island’s population had felt its effects — with the number of people in difficulty gett…

A man was shot in Devonshire this evening and taken to hospital although the extent of his injuries is not yet known.
The Bermuda Police Service said armed officers went to the Victoria Road/Alexandri…

A water supply issue occurred at the government quarry today, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment said.
A spokesman said shortly before 5pm that the ministry was alerted of the issue at the H…

Drivers headed east on Middle Road on Flatts Hill in Smith’s were advised at 5pm to consider detours, with the eastbound lane to be closed until at least 7pm.
The Ministry of Public Works said paving …

New prison officers have begun active service, after their passing-out parade last week at Warwick Camp as the class of 2025-26 for the Department of Corrections.
Kim Wilkerson, the Attorney-General a…

The Government has not provided “concrete answers” on the Transport Control Department’s ability to properly regulate potential ride-share drivers, an Opposition MP said.
Dwayne Robinson, the Shadow M…

Analysis of feedback from jury reform consultation will help to shape a policy position for consideration and approval by the Cabinet, the Junior Minister of Justice said this week.
Dennis Lister III …

A schedule for island-wide road paving will be adjusted to accommodate the anticipated replacement of Swing Bridge in the East End, MPs heard today.
Jaché Adams, the Minister of Public Works and the E…

Several prisoners are pursuing academic programmes at the Bermuda College as part of the broader mandate of the Department of Corrections to provide inmates with a range of rehabilitative opportunitie…

The annual Lindo’s to Lindo’s race ais to return this weekend, raising funds to support the Bermuda Diabetes Association.
The 27th iteration of popular event is scheduled to kick off at 8.30am on Sund…

A former UK government adviser drew up a proposal to fully incorporate the Overseas Territories, including Bermuda, into Britain, with representation in Westminster.
Ben Judah told the Winston Marshal…

Senators and MPs were paid an additional $479,705.73 for their work on Government entities between September 2024 and November 2025.
MPs were told this week that 15 parliamentarians, all from the Gove…

A Bermudian pilot caught in Dubai during the Persian Gulf conflict has described how he watched explosions 600 metres from his hotel when Iran attacked the nearby airport.
Rufus Ward, from Warwick, d…

Members of Parliament welcomed legislation that would require teenagers to ride on Bermuda’s roads before securing their auxiliary cycle rider’s licence.
The Auxiliary Bicycles (Project Ride) Amendme…

Family, media figures, politicians and other distinguished members of the community gathered at St Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church in Hamilton yesterday to celebrate the life of journalist Ceo…

A senior matriarch was visited by the Premier as she celebrated her 100th birthday.
Margaret Burgess was joined by family and friends from several countries during a two-day celebration at Coco Reef R…

The Legal Aid Office is to undergo a strategic review to make the service more efficient, the Junior Minister of Justice announced in the House of Assembly.
Dennis Lister III, when he provided detail…