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Statement from Minister of Tourism and Transport Re: The St. George’s Club Closure

Government is aware that The St George’s Club is in the process of changing ownership. While detailed plans for The Club are still in development, the Government supports all steps taken to enhance this tourist property. It is unique in Bermuda’s…

BUILDING ON THE FOUNDATION LAID FOR ECONOMIC DIVERSIFICATION – FORMATION OF AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Mr. Speaker,

Bermuda is at an economic crossroads. The historical norms of our economy have been challenged almost to breaking point by the accelerated pace of technological change and diverse factors of globalisation.…

Mutual Evaluation Report on Bermuda’s Anti-Money Laundering/Countering Financing of Terrorism Framework

Mr. Speaker, I am extremely pleased to rise today to advise Honourable Members of the outstanding findings included in the recently published Mutual Evaluation Report (MER) of Bermuda’s systems and framework to combat money laundering and the…

Section of Kindley Field Park Closed to the Public

The Ministry of Public Works is advising the public that a section of Kindley Field Park in St. Georges, from Stone Crusher Corner to the Swing Bridge roundabout, will be closed to the public from Monday, 3 February through Friday, 21 February to…

Ministerial Statement -Minister of Health Kim Wilson

Mr Speaker and Honourable Members, 

I rise today to share the most up to date information and guidance for residents regarding the coronavirus.

First of all, I can assure you that…

Possible Banana Shortage Due to Pest Contamination

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) advises the public that there may be a temporary shortage of bananas in the coming weeks due to continued pest contamination of imported banana shipments. 

DENR has been…

Bermuda Health Strategy Public Survey Deadline Extended

Today the Minister of Health the Hon. Kim Wilson JP MP announced an extension to the deadline for the public to complete the Bermuda Health Strategy: Public Survey at www.forum.gov.bm as part of the community consultation…

Ministry Of Public Works Joint Initiative With Belco

Good afternoon and thank you for coming.

I am joined this afternoon by Ministry of Public Works officers, Mr. Kirk Outerbridge, Chief Engineer, and Mr. Leyton Rahman, Principal Highways Engineer and Belco representatives Mr. Nadir Wade -…

Bermuda Welcomes Top Overseas Nursing Official

Today the Minister of Health the Hon. Kim Wilson met with Dr. David Charles Benton, Chief Executive Officer of the National Council State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN). 

Dr. Benton is on-island to assist the Bermuda Nursing and Midwifery…

Dignity for our Seniors

Good afternoon and thank you for coming.

I count it one of the privileges of public service to have the opportunity to meet so many men and women whose lives are a study in commitment, perseverance and love. Bermuda’s senior citizens…