Royal Gazette

Hundreds braved the June heat to celebrate Caribbean culture and music during the Revel De Road parade through Pembroke and Devonshire this afternoon.
The parade, one of the final events of National H…

The House of Assembly has greenlighted the Government’s purchase of the Compass Point building in Hamilton from HSBC Bermuda.
Jaché Adams, the public works minister, told MPs that the Government negot…

An independent senator expressed frustration over a lack of direct answers to questions on hospital management.
Jon Wight pointed out that the Ministry of Health faced nine questions regarding King Ed…

Members of the public can share their thoughts on proposed housing developments in the West End during a town hall on Tuesday.
A government spokeswoman said the forum at Mount Zion AME Church Hall wi…

A US-based influencer with millions of followers is experiencing carnival in Bermuda for the first time.
Zoe Spencer is on the island to show her followers and subscribers, which total more than 3 mil…

Those living in Britain can pay tribute to the Bermuda’s longest serving premier from Tuesday.
A spokeswoman for the Cabinet Office said a book of condolence for Sir John Swan will be available at the…

Several vehicles were involved in a collision on South Road, Paget on Friday resulting in traffic being diverted.
A police spokesman said officers diverted westbound traffic away from the scene of th…

Residents of Pembroke have been invited to a “meet and greet” by Progressive Labour Party MP Jason Hayward who is running for the leadership of the party.
Mr Hayward, the Minister of Economy and Labou…

A Progressive Labour Party MP who is running for the leadership of the party has invited the public to discuss “Bermuda’s tomorrow” at an event this month.
According to a post on Instagram, Curtis Dic…

A funeral service to celebrate the life of the late Sir John Swan will be held on June 24 in Hamilton.
The service will be held at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity on Church Street, Hamilton at …

A visitor from the United States said she was moved to tears when she and her husband joined hundreds of residents on Front Street today to watch a military parade marking the official birthday of Kin…

A friendly competition aimed at boosting life-saving blood donations has been praised by Eyitayo Fakunle, the Chief of Pathology at Bermuda Hospitals Board, after Conduit Re was announced winner
Now i…

The Minister of Economy and Labour has put forward a proposal to introduce legislation overseeing co-operatives.
Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday morning, Jason Hayward, said that while Ber…

Legislation that would give the Minister of Home Affairs the power to suspend the integrated resource planning process if deemed in the public interest was passed by the House of Assembly on Friday.
T…

Bermuda banks are making millions of dollars off residents and need to do their part to help people become homeowners, the Minister of Housing and Municipalities has charged.
Zane DeSilva, speaking a…

A group of Bermudian men have completed a ten-week education programme that will strengthen their financial literacy skills while bolstering their budgeting skills.
The Playbook, a programme offered …

Four Bermudians have been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours and Awards.
Lawyer Elizabeth Christopher, homeless activist Lionel Cann, educator John Paul “JP” Skinner and sports administrat…

Several planned events and road works will affect traffic in three separate parishes starting on Saturday.
North Shore Road, from Berkeley Road to Spanish Point Road, will be closed to all traffic du…

A series of prevention-focused parenting initiatives have been launched including coaching certification and skills development workshops.
Tinée Furbert, the youth, social development and seniors mini…

Transport officials have seen an increase in bids to sign up for ridesharing permits, with the first rides taken on the official launch of the service this Wednesday.
Ten rides proceeded on day one, w…

The public has been urged to make sure they know their HIV status after a recent spate of new cases of the virus in Bermuda.
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, said in the House of Assembly that as o…

There is “no clear path to resolution” in sight as war continues in the Persian Gulf, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining closed after months, MPs heard this morning.
The Government is “preparing for …

While a below-normal Atlantic hurricane season is predicted, the public must not be complacent, the Minister of National Security has warned.
Michael Weeks told the House of Assembly that while the n…

An independent multiparty group to review the Government’s imminent plans for electoral reform was unveiled on Thursday, with absentee balloting high on the list — although Diallo Rabain, the Minister…

A reimagined Public Service will be presented to jobseekers next week after the difficulties of filling civil servant posts were laid bare at the launch of an international summit.
Representatives fro…

MPs return to the House of Assembly today for a busy session that will include debating a motion for the Government to purchase the Compass Point Building in Hamilton from HSBC Bermuda.
Lawmakers are …

A man stopped by police in St David’s has been banned from driving all vehicles for one year.
Joel Deans, 45, admitted riding a bike while disqualified when he appeared in Magistrates’ Court yesterday…

The Portuguese naval ship Sagres has begun welcoming local visitors as part of its four-day stay in Bermuda, with a crew excited to celebrate the island’s culture and ties with the citizens of their h…

Young people and community leaders conspired to draft solutions to problems facing Bermuda’s youth during a summit.
A statement said young people collaborated with the Office of the Commissioner of Ed…

Members of the public have until next week to review and submit feedback on Bermuda’s National Space Strategy.
A government spokeswoman said the legislation was developed in consultation with the Regu…

A reimagined public service will be presented to jobseekers next week after the difficulties of filling civil servant posts were laid bare at the launch of an international summit today.
Representativ…

The family of Sir John Swan said they were grateful for the outpouring of support in the wake of the National Hero’s recent death.
Sir John, the island’s longest-serving premier and a successful real …

Locals and visitors can enjoy refreshments while soaking in all the music and fun that Bermuda Carnival has to offer on Monday.
Organisers said while the Revel de Road parade is limited to registered …

Growing certainty of strong El Niño conditions have caused Colorado State University to scale back its forecast for the 2026 hurricane season.
While the CSU Department of Environmental Science predict…

The Ministry of Economy and Labour has established a new body intended to manage Bermuda’s economic co-operation agreements.
The ministry said in a statement that the National Economic Co-operation Co…

Former and serving Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers have been invited to join in a celebration of the service’s 60th anniversary next month.
The All Ranks Past and Present Barbecue, to be held on July …

An independent group to review the Government’s imminent plans for electoral reform was unveiled today.
The 11-member team includes representatives from the Progressive Labour Party, the One Bermuda A…

Public works crews continued the battle against emerging potholes this week after heavy rainfall, the Government said.
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment noted that maintenance teams had bee…

The Bermuda Police Service are prepared for the upcoming National Heroes weekend, and have urged the public to do their part.
A police spokesman said that the BPS has implemented a “comprehensive oper…

A planning application to turn Bermudiana Beach into residential units has been refused over parking and density concerns.
The Bermuda Housing Corporation had sought approval for a change of use of th…

Bermuda is set to become a transatlantic digital port as the tech giant Google officially starts work on laying subsea landing cables that will place the island at the centre of a landmark transatlant…

Motorists with the best vehicles in a Front Street showcase stand to win $250 cash this month.
Motor Fest said winners across 15 different vehicle classes will also receive a stamped licence plate tro…

Residents were urged by the Government today to exercise caution when searching for or reviewing rental accommodation online.
A Ministry of Home Affairs spokeswoman said that Consumer Affairs received…