New panel displays celebrating the Bermuda Regiment’s 50th Anniversary have been unveiled outside the General Post Office in Hamilton.

Postmaster General Wayne Smith, a retired Major, said: “Today, the Bermuda Post Office commemorates the Bermuda Regiment’s 50 Years of service to the Island and people of Bermuda with the unveiling a new panel display illustrating the roles and traditions of our Regiment. The display highlights the treasured aspects of Bermuda’s culture and heritage

“I congratulate the past and current serving members of the Bermuda Regiment and recognise their valuable contribution over 50 years.”

Meanwhile Premier Michael Dunkley praised the Regiment’s hard work and contributions to the community.

“For 50 years, the Bermuda Regiment has been a critical part of Bermuda’s security infrastructure, a fact demonstrated recently by their tireless efforts getting the island back up and running after hurricanes Fay and Gonzalo.

“As the Minister of National Security, I work very closely with the Bermuda Regiment and I am proud to call them colleagues in our mutual goal to protect our island each and every day. I thank them for their important contribution to the island which includes not only their internal security role, but as guardians of tradition and culture and as a driving force for social integration.”