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The deadline for submissions for the Technology Hub has been extended after “great interest” from the public, according to the Ministry of Public Works.
The Tech Hub, a Throne Speech pledge from the Progressive Labour Party government, will provide s...
DATE: Oct 25, 2017
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The island’s incinerator will have to recruit four engineers from overseas to fill gaps in the workforce, the Minister of Public Works told MPs today.
And Lieutenant-Colonel David Burch warned that the Tynes Bay plant would either need expanded or ma...
DATE: Oct 20, 2017
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Government ministers will be required to disclose any hospitality they receive which could influence them, under new amendments to their code of conduct.
Government reform minister Lovitta Foggo said the move comes in the light of the Jetgate affair ...
DATE: Oct 20, 2017
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The International Business community will help middle school students with social studies and business studies as part of a new partnership.
Education minister Diallo Rabain told the House of Assembly a new public-private partnership with the Associa...
DATE: Oct 20, 2017
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The need to educate other countries about Bermuda’s business reputation is intensified because of uncertainty in Europe, according to David Burt.
The Premier gave MPs a report on his recent trip to Brussels, Paris and London, in which he met with Eur...
DATE: Oct 20, 2017
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Obesity and diabetes could cost Bermuda $26 million in health insurance claims over the next decade, Kim Wilson warned today.
The Minister of Health told the House of Assembly that this figure does not include indirect costs, such as the impact on o...
DATE: Oct 20, 2017
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Politics
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News Staff
A group campaigning on immigration reform have joined the call to withdraw planned legislative amendments.
The “Supporting Fair Immigration Reform” Facebook group expressed its concern that human rights would be undermined by the Government’s propose...
DATE: Oct 18, 2017
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Politics
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News Staff
David Burt says he held a positive meeting with OECD Secretary General Ángel Gurría today.
The Premier is in Europe this week to discuss financial issues with key policymakers in London, Paris and Brussels.
He tweeted this afternoon: “Productive meet...
DATE: Oct 09, 2017
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Politics
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News Staff
David Burt, the Premier, is in Europe for meetings in London, Paris and Brussels.
In a statement issued from London, Mr Burt stated tonight: “Bermuda has a recognised leadership position in transparency and compliance and our delegation will reinfor...
DATE: Oct 08, 2017
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Politics
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News Staff
Education minister Diallo Rabain highlighted Bermudian success stories as he tabled the annual report for the National Training Board.
Mr Rabain told the House of Assembly four individuals, who received support and funding from the NTB, were examples...
DATE: Oct 06, 2017
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Politics
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News Staff