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April 2023 Retail Sales Index

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the April 2023 Retail Sales Index (attached).

April’s volume of retail sales index decreased 4.1 per cent compared to last year.  In value terms, retail sales increased to an…

Disruption to Flushing Water Supply in St. Georges for Infrastructure Upgrades

The Ministry of Public Works would like to inform residents and stakeholders in St. George's that there will be a temporary disruption in the flushing (non-potable) water supply provided by the Water and Sewage Section.

This disruption is…

Regiment Team recognised with PSEA

Last week (Aug. 18), Acting Premier Walter Roban recognized the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s Recruiting and Career Management team as the recipients of the July Public Service Excellence Award (PSEA).

As the community is aware, the PSEA is a…

Ministry of National Security Encourages Hurricane Season Readiness

"Preparedness is key to safeguarding our families and our island. As we rapidly approach what is historically the most active part of hurricane season for Bermuda, now is the time for proper planning and preparation by everyone to ensure our…

Identified case of whooping cough (also known as pertussis)

The Office of the Chief Medical Officer has identified a case of whooping cough (also known as pertussis) in a workplace setting. This potentially means that there is circulating pertussis in the community.

Pertussis is a highly…

Update on Bermuda Immigration and Protection (Prohibition of Entry) Order 2023 - Minister's Remarks

Earlier today, the Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason P Hayward, JP, MP, held a press conference to provide an update on the Bermuda Immigration and Protection (Prohibition of Entry) Order 2023 (“the Order”).

Sustainable and Renewable Solar Energy Training Programme

Yesterday (August 17), the Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason P Hayward, JP, MP, presented completion certificates to five (5) young Bermudians who recently finished their Renewable Energy Certified Solar Installer training. The…

Q1 2023 Economic Update Remarks

Earlier today, the Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason P Hayward, JP, MP, held a press conference to provide a first-quarter 2023 Economic Update. Bermuda's economy continues to expand and show resilience. During the first quarter of…

Major Road Works Planned for Scaur Hill, Somerset

The Ministry of Public Works advised today that in an effort to ensure the safety of the public, one lane traffic will be in place along Scaur Hill, Somerset so that wall repairs can be made.

The traffic controls begin on August 28 and…

Minister Darrell meets with Triathlete star

Earlier this week, the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Senator, the Hon. Owen K. Darrell JP, welcomed Bermudian Triathlete Tyler Smith to the Ministry offices to hear more about the young Bermudian’s sports aspirations.

The public…