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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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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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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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Politics
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Police will conduct roadside sobriety checkpoints to crackdown on drink driving during Cup Match weekend.
And a number of Bermuda’s bar and restaurant are backing the bid. Wayne Caines, the Minister of National Security, announced the measure in the...
DATE: Jul 28, 2018
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Politics
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Senators gave their approval for the introduction of ATV tours in the West End.
The proposal — which has drawn criticism from environmental groups — garnered support from One Bermuda Alliance senators on Wednesday.
But James Jardine, independent sena...
DATE: Jul 27, 2018
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CATEGORY:
Politics
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AUTHOR:
Owain Johnston-Barnes
Updated legislation to support the St Regis Hotel Project was passed with unanimous support in the Senate.
The St George’s Resort Act 2018 grants additional duty relief for the hotel project, updates the development plan and clarifies public access t...
DATE: Jul 27, 2018
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CATEGORY:
Politics
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AUTHOR:
Owain Johnston-Barnes
Amendments to payroll tax rules to tackle notional salaries were approved in the Senate.
Justin Mathias, One Bermuda Alliance senator, expressed concerns the changes would negatively impact those in small and medium sized businesses.
But the legislat...
DATE: Jul 27, 2018
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CATEGORY:
Politics
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AUTHOR:
Owain Johnston-Barnes