emphasis on the war on crime.

It is understood that the blueprint for the next session of Parliament will be longer than the usual.

And Premier Pamela Gordon is expected to underline that the crusade against crime and drugs will continue full force.

Government insiders said that the push was on for "programmes for people.'' One said: "There isn't a lot dealing with development of the physical environment -- but there is to with protecting and improving social conditions for the people of Bermuda.'' The Proceeds of Crime Bill -- which will allow courts to seize the assets of drugs barons -- is set to be debated this session.

And a new law to allow the use of hand-held roadside breath-testing for alcohol is also expected, while new penalties for driving livery cycles without a licence will also be introduced.

Mandatory counselling for drunk drivers can also be expected to be introduced.

And it is possible that Government is considering legislation to allow for the testing of motorists for drugs.

On the other side of the public order coin, legislation is also planned to set up an independent Police Complaints Commission to investigate allegations against officers.

A series of probes into the ills of the tourism business are also expected to bear fruit, with new initiatives to attract visitors on the cards. And workers are set to win the right to mandatory workplace ballots on union recognition under an amendment to existing trades union laws.

The results of the Green Paper consultations on the plight of long-term residents are also expected to come before Parliament, with concrete proposals on the issue likely to be put forward.

Amendments to the liquor licencing laws are also expected, clearing the sidewalk for alfresco dining and alcohol consumption.

But to counter relaxation of the laws for adults, action to make it harder for under-age youngsters to be exposed to liquor is also likely.

United Bermuda Party insiders said that Government is keen to stress their commitment to the safety and security of the people of Bermuda.

The tone of the Throne Speech -- to be delivered by Governor Thorold Masefield at the Senate starting at 11 a.m. -- is expected to be upbeat.

Government is expected to trumpet its record on the economy and stress the Island's low unemployment rate.