Bermuda News Updates

The Bermuda Powerboat Association have released a statement following the tragic incident this weekend. The statement said, “With extreme heavy hearts, the Bermuda Powerboat Association can confirm there was a serious marine accident which brought the highly anticipated Hamilton Harbour Powerboat Race to a halt on Sunday, June 28th. “Tragically in the incident, we lost …

Today the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] is inviting artists, cultural organisations, performers, galleries, makers and creative entrepreneurs to participate in Bermuda Art Month this October. A spokesperson said, “The monthlong celebration showcases Bermuda’s arts and culture through exhibitions, workshops, performances, tours, open studios and other creative experiences for residents and visitors. The BTA is calling …

Jason Hayward held a public event at the Ocean View Golf Club on Sunday, with a number of speakers explaining why they support him in the upcoming leadership election. A spokesperson previously said, “Economy and Labour Minister The Hon. Jason Hayward will present highlights of his 22 years of public service, reflecting on key achievements, …

The Ministry for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation is advising the public of a scam involving fraudulent messages claiming to be from the Bermuda Post Office. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation advises the public to be aware of fraudulent WhatsApp and/or text messages falsely claiming to …

The Government has introduced legislation to “amend three key areas of Bermuda’s criminal law by strengthening the protection of witnesses, creating new offences related to assaults and intimidation against justice officials and Members of the Legislature, and strengthening the consequences and review mechanisms attached to bail.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Government has tabled the …