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Government House - Press Statement

As 2024 draws to a close, I wish to reflect publicly on the importance of accountability, transparency and integrity in public life. As well as recent headlines regarding various Police Conduct matters, there have been…

“A Community Success” ~ Coney Island Park Restored After Motocross Event Draws Thousands

“I attended Sunday’s event and loved what I saw,” said Minister of Public Works, Lt. Col. the Hon. David A. Burch, OBE (Mil), ED, JP, MP.

The Ministry of Public Works is pleased to announce the success of the Pink Sands…

Government Welcomes Assessment by the Fiscal Responsibility Panel

The Government of Bermuda acknowledges the release of the Fiscal Responsibility Panel’s 2024 Annual Assessment and its position regarding Bermuda’s economic recovery and fiscal trajectory. 

The Government welcomes the…

Empowering Justice – Introducing a Domestic Violence Court Programme to Bermuda

Madam President, Today, I wish to inform the members of this Senate about the significant advancement we are making towards establishing the Domestic Violence Court Programme. This dedicated judicial mechanism is being designed…

The Mirrors Programme’s Field of Learning Garden Club Donates to Summerhaven

The Mirrors Programme’s Field of Learning Garden Club celebrated the end of Term 1 with a donation of fresh, homegrown produce to the residents of Summerhaven on Thursday, December 12th, 2024.

Kimberley Jackson, Programme Manager of The…

Year in Review

Madam President, as we approach the end of 2024, I take a moment to reflect on some of the highlights and accomplishments of my Ministry throughout the year. 

Waste and Recycling Collection: Christmas 2024 & New Year 2025

The Ministry of Public Works would like to advise the public of upcoming waste and recycling collection day changes over the Christmas and New Year Holidays.

This year, Christmas Day and Boxing Day fall on Wednesday, 25 December,…

Statement from Minister of National Security Michael Weeks on the murder of Khiry Furbert

“I am deeply saddened and troubled to learn of the murder of Khiry Furbert, another senseless act of violence in our community. I extend my heartfelt condolences to Khiry’s entire family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.…

Government Launches Geographic Information System to Support Climate Change Study

The Government of Bermuda has launched a Geographic Information System (GIS) designed to enhance understanding and inform action based on the findings of the recently published Climate Change and Its Impact on Bermuda Study. The public will…

August 2024 Retail Sales Index

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the August 2024 Retail Sales Index publication (attached). 

August's volume of retail sales index decreased 5.4 per cent compared to last year.  In value terms, retail sales…