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Ministry Calls for Collective Action to Protect Children On and Offline

The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors joins the international community on November 18, in solemn recognition of the World Day for the Prevention of and Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Violence. This observance…

Public Reminder Re: Immigration Penalties and the Importance of Compliance

The Ministry of Economy and Labour, through the Department of Immigration, wishes to remind the public of the penalties associated with breaches of Bermuda's immigration laws and work permit conditions.

100th Birthday Celebrations for Mrs. Pearl Codrington

Family, friends, and community members gathered last Sunday, November 10, 2025, to celebrate the 100th birthday of Mrs. Pearl Codrington, affectionately known as Ma Pearl. 

The celebration took place at the family homestead, Camber…

Government Relaunches Pupillage Programme: Applications Are Now Open for Two Positions

The Ministry of Justice, through the Attorney-General’s Chambers, today announced the relaunch of its Pupillage Programme, reaffirming the Government’s commitment to cultivating the next generation of Bermudian legal…

Gender Affairs Council Announces New Date for Inaugural Public Forum

Originally scheduled for October, The Gender Affairs Council (GAC) inaugural public event was postponed due to Hurricane Melissa. The event, titled “Gender (Affairs Council): What is it?”, will now take place on Monday, November 24, from 5:30 to…

Pink Route Ferry Services Suspended Today

The Department of Marine and Ports Services is advising that the Pink route ferry services will be suspended until further notice due to mechanical issues. All of today’s runs are suspended.

The Department of Marine & Ports Services…

Department of Environment and Natural Resources Confirms Presence of Fire Ants in Bermuda

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has confirmed the presence of red imported fire ants (Solenopsis invicta) in Bermuda following a recent discovery in Hamilton Parish.

The finding was made by local plant…

Department of Immigration Clarifies English Language Proficiency Requirements

The Department of Immigration wishes to clarify the English language proficiency requirements for work permit holders whose first language is not English and who do not hold a degree from an English-instruction university or college.

As…

Middle School Students Explore Future Pathways Through Senior Signature School Taster Programme

Students recently took part in one of the Signature Taster Programmes by attending open houses at the island’s three Senior Signature Schools — The Berkeley Institute, CedarBridge Academy, and Sandys Secondary Signature School — to gain an in-…

Processing Times Reduced for BOTC Bermuda Passports

The Department of Immigration is pleased to announce a significant improvement in processing times for British Overseas Territories Citizen (BOTC) Bermuda passports.

Applicants no…