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1963 - February - Formation of the party; First party platform adopted,calling for tax equity, ending racial discrimination, greater economic parity, electoral reform and a host of social programs. Three months later contested the general election wi...
DATE: Mar 07, 2003
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It is a "hallmark" of Bermuda's history, say supporters, but also a time for reflection as the Progressive Labour Party (PLP) celebrates its 40th anniversary throughout this year.
No one is surprised that Bermuda's first political party has come this...
DATE: Mar 07, 2003
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The Bermuda Land Development Corporation (BLDC) still aims to become financially self-sufficient in 2003, said Minister without portfolio Neletha Butterfield in the House of Assembly on Wednesday.
Speaking for Housing Minister Col. David Burch during...
DATE: Mar 07, 2003
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There were around 60 outstanding complaints against the Police lodged with the Police Complaints Authority last month.
However Home Affairs Minister Terry Lister said it was down from 100 two months previously and that the backlog was being addressed...
DATE: Mar 03, 2003
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Tributes have been paid to former United Bermuda Party executive officer Bob Law, who died at the Lahey Clinic in Boston after suffering from cancer.
Former premier Sir John Swan described Mr. Law as a meticulous, organised and articulate individual ...
DATE: Jan 30, 2003
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Despite objections from the Opposition and one Independent Senator, a bill enhancing the Bermuda Monetary Authority's ability to fight financial crime was passed in the Upper House yesterday.
Senators heard that the legislation would extend the BMA's...
DATE: Dec 17, 2002
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Parliament passed legislation yesterday which clarified The Bermuda Monetary Authority's (BMA) role in fighting financial crimes and enhanced the regulator's independence.
But the Opposition United Bermuda Party (UBP) criticised the bill's wording sa...
DATE: Dec 07, 2002
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To His Honour the Speaker and Members of the Honourable House of Assembly:
Mr. Speaker,
The 2002 Throne Speech begins with an interesting quote on good government, a matter of serious concern to most Bermudians today. The words come from Thomas Jeffe...
DATE: Nov 09, 2002
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"Mr. Speaker, I listened very closely to the debate today and I obviously took particular note of some of the comments made by the Dame before she took her seat. And I have to say, Mr. Speaker, that it is very important when you are looking at things...
DATE: Oct 18, 2002
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During Friday's debate on the Boundary Commission's report Dame Lois Browne Evans defended the Premier from accusations that she had been deceptive when asked whether there were plans to change the Constitution in 2001.
"Who knows in January what you...
DATE: Oct 15, 2002
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