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The Governor is to research the case of a crusading churchman jailed more than 100 years ago in an “historic injustice”.
John Rankin was asked to pardon the Reverend Charles Vinton Monk by David Burt, the Premier.
The African Methodist Episcopal Chur...
DATE: Aug 07, 2018
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CATEGORY:
Politics
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AUTHOR:
Fiona McWhirter
This parliamentary session is the second longest in history, the Premier has said.
The Throne Speech laying out the Government’s legislative agenda was read last September and the House of Assembly has sat 37 times since.
Mr Burt said the long sessio...
DATE: Aug 06, 2018
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CATEGORY:
Politics
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AUTHOR:
Sarah Lagan
Controversy over images of MPs claimed to be sleeping on the job will be “dealt with” next week, the Speaker of the House of Assembly promised yesterday.
Dennis Lister, whose job is to enforce the rules of the House, said: “It’s an in-House matter th...
DATE: Aug 01, 2018
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CATEGORY:
Politics
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AUTHOR:
Fiona McWhirter
One Bermuda Alliance leader Jeanne Atherden released this Cup Match message today:
It is the time of year that everyone in Bermuda looks forward to with huge anticipation — East vs West, the renewal of old rivalries rooted in a 118-year-old traditio...
DATE: Aug 01, 2018
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Politics
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Press Release
Shelly Bay Beach users will have the chance to sample food and learn about rental services that could be offered if plans for development go ahead.
Lieutenant-Colonel David Burch, the Minister of Public Works, revealed a demonstration event will take...
DATE: Jul 30, 2018
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CATEGORY:
Politics
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AUTHOR:
Fiona McWhirter
Borrowers could have greater protection from the unfair practices of debt collection agencies if new legislation is passed.
The Minister of Home Affairs tabled a Bill to provide a “comprehensive licensing regulatory framework” for agents involved in ...
DATE: Jul 30, 2018
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CATEGORY:
Politics
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AUTHOR:
Fiona McWhirter
Millions of dollars are spent over Cup Match benefiting “those who are rich already” while people forget the true meaning of emancipation, according to government MP Christopher Famous.
The backbencher also complained that the second day of the holid...
DATE: Jul 30, 2018
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CATEGORY:
Politics
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Extra safeguards to protect Bermuda from money laundering and terrorist funding are expected to help the island pass an international audit next month, senators heard.
The island’s anti-crime standards will be scrutinised by the Financial Action Task...
DATE: Jul 29, 2018
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CATEGORY:
Politics
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AUTHOR:
Fiona McWhirter
A range of extra services could be offered at a new emergency housing centre for the homeless if a $3.5 million redevelopment goes ahead.
The Government has prepared a draft memorandum of understanding for the Salvation Army in a bid to provide accom...
DATE: Jul 28, 2018
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CATEGORY:
Politics
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AUTHOR:
Fiona McWhirter
Convicted sex offenders should undergo mandatory treatment or spend more time behind bars, MPs heard yesterday.
The recommendation was included in a report by a Joint Select Committee on the need for a public sex offenders register and related matter...
DATE: Jul 28, 2018
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CATEGORY:
Politics
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