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Ministry of Education Announce COVID-19 Developments at Clearwater

Bermuda’s Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Dr. Ayoola Oyinloye has today directed that all teachers, students and staff be excluded from school for the rest of this week.

In a letter to the school parents teachers and students, Dr. Oyinloye…

Minister of Public Works -Salvation Army Emergency Shelter

Good afternoon.

The Salvation Army has been active in Bermuda since 1896 when Adjutant Lutie Desbrisay first unfurled the Army flag. Over the last 124 years, their presence on the island has grown to many…

COVID-19 Press Release - Dec 2 2020

Good Day Members of the Media, 

There were 498 test results received by the Ministry of Health yesterday (1 December 2020), and five were positive for COVID-19. 

Two of the new cases (both asymptomatic) are classified…

Minister Encourages Participation in Free Lunch & Learn Seminar

Today the Minister of Social Development and Seniors, the Hon. Tinee Furbert, JP, MP added her support to the upcoming Institute of Bermuda Architects virtual Lunch & Learn.

Minister Furbert stated, “This year’s theme for International…

COVID-19 Update – Premier’s Remarks for 1 December 2020

Good afternoon Bermuda, and welcome to members of the media who have joined us today.

I am joined, at our weekly press conference, by the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, who will be providing an update to the public on the latest…

COVID-19 Update - Minister of Health Remarks 1 December 2020

Good Afternoon, remarks delivered at a press conference today by the Minister of Health the Hon. Kim Wilson JP MP regarding COVID-19.

I would like to begin today by recognizing World AIDS Day, which is marked annually on December 1st…

Announcement of New Puisne Judge

The Governor, John Rankin CMG, has announced that Mr Larry Mussenden will take up his position as a Puisne Judge of the Supreme Court following a swearing in ceremony at Government House on Thursday, 3 December. 

The Governor said, “I…

Announcement of New Director of Public Prosecutions

The Governor, John Rankin CMG, has announced that Ms Cindy Clarke will be appointed as Bermuda’s Director of Public Prosecutions with effect from Friday, 4 December 2020. 

The Governor said, “I am pleased to appoint Cindy Clarke…

Press Statement School COVID-19 Updates 30 November 2020

Good Evening Bermuda,

Before I begin my press statement, I would like to reiterate that the safety and health of all students and staff is a priority for the Ministry and Department of Education. 

As we continue navigate the…

COVID-19 Schools Press Statement 30 November 2020

Good Afternoon,

Today I would like to provide a brief update in terms of the processes in place at the Ministry of Health for when there is a potential COVID-19 exposure in a school setting.

First of all though, I would like to…