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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.

Labour Advisory Council 2025

Mr Speaker, 

I rise today to inform Honourable Members of this House of the work that the Labour Advisory Council (the “LAC”) has achieved this year, and is embarking on for next year, to ensure a labour environment…

The Office of Youth Affairs Anti-Bullying Week 2025

Mr. Speaker,

Today, I rise to recognize Anti-Bullying Week 2025 observed from Nov 10th to 14th; and emphasize our commitment to fostering safe and supportive environments for all young people across Bermuda. This week…

Heritage Month Theme 2026

Mr. Speaker, today I am pleased to announce the theme for Bermuda’s Heritage Month and the Bermuda Day Parade in 2026: “For the Culture.” Heritage Month has always been a moment for us to honour what makes Bermuda unique, and…

Water Resources Pollution (Discharge Reporting, Abatement and Remediation) Regulations 2025

Mr. Speaker, today I am pleased to lay before this Honourable House the Water Resources (Discharge Reporting, Abatement and Remediation) Regulations 2025, made pursuant to the Water Resources Amendment Act 2024. 

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