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Ministry of Justice Statement to all media over Westgate Incident

Confirming an incident at Westgate Correctional Facility on Sunday, following which a Corrections Officer required medical attention, Acting Commissioner of Corrections James Howard said: “This matter is being treated with the utmost…

Public Advised of Availability of Feral Chicken Traps

Following the recent announcement by the Minister of Public Works and Environment, the Hon Jaché Adams, JP, MP, regarding the range of feral chicken control measures being implemented, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources advises…

Government Invites Young Bermudians to Youth Electoral Reform Town Hall

The Minister for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation, the Hon. Diallo V. Rabain, JP, MP, invites young Bermudians to participate in a Youth Electoral Reform Town Hall to share their views on how Bermuda’s overall…

Government Reaffirms Retroactive Pay and Healthcare Funding Plans

“We have one acute care hospital, and we must ensure its stability in serving the needs of the people of Bermuda.” A Government spokesman today reaffirmed that an increase to the Standard Premium Rate (SPR), as signaled in the 2025 Budget…

November PSEA Recipient

The Government of Bermuda is pleased to recognise Alana Wilson, of the Department of Education, as the November recipient of the Public Service Excellence Award (PSEA).

Since assuming the role of Head of Victor Scott Preschool in September…

Government Awards $1.5 Million to 26 Community Clubs to Support Essential Upgrades to their Facilities

The Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, today presented Capital Development Grants totaling $1.5 million to 26 local community and sports clubs at a cheque presentation ceremony held at St. Paul’s AME Centennial Hall.

Premier…

Statement from the Minister for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation, the Hon. Diallo V. Rabain, JP, MP

“Since the tabling of the OBA’s Absentee Voting Act 2025, the Government reached out to the Opposition in writing and offered to sit and discuss the Bill. From the outset, we said clearly that we support absentee voting for students studying off-…

Updates to the National Electricity Sector Policy

The Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Alexa Lightbourne recently announced a comprehensive update to the National Electricity Sector Policy, marking the first major revision since 2015. 

The updated policy sets a clear…

The Bermuda Government’s Digital Transformation Programme

Mr Speaker

I rise today to mark an important milestone in our island’s digital future. I am honoured to announce the launch of the Government Digital Transformation Programme. This…

Updates House on Affordable Bermuda Agenda

Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne today provided an update on the Government’s Affordable Bermuda Agenda, outlining key initiatives designed to ease cost-of-living pressures and strengthen community resilience.