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August 20, 2012 Dear Sir, After failing to locate a replacement pair of lightweight garden clippers during several visits to our local hardware stores I was forced to purchase a new pair of clippers online. It just so happens that the company that I ...

Gasoline prices have climbed to a maximum $2.18 per litre, a rise of 7.6 cents per litre, according to the monthly announcement from the Ministry of Finance. Meanwhile the price of diesel has risen 6.6 cents to $1.92 per litre, and the price of keros...

A hike in pension contributions will take a little more out of pay cheques, effective this month. According to Department of Social Insurance, the new weekly rate has increased from $60.80 to $64.14 — divided equally between employer and employee at ...

(Bloomberg) — The cost of living in the US was little changed in July for a second month, showing companies lack pricing power. The unexpected reading in the consumer-price index capped a 1.4 percent gain over the past 12 months, the smallest year-to...

The Ministry of Finance moved to counter what it described as “irresponsible comments,” by Louise Jackson, the Opposition’s seniors’ advocate, over land tax. A Government spokesman said Government had to act to raise revenue — but has worked hard to ...

Seniors are upset at getting their first bills since their land tax break was partially withdrawn, according to the Opposition. Spokeswoman for seniors Louise Jackson said tax demands dropping through mailboxes in recent days have left some over-65s ...

Owners of newly-built high-end properties may face paying higher taxes in the future, as the result of a landmark Supreme Court judgment. Chief Justice Ian Kawaley said the director of Land Valuation has the right to treat newly-built homes with apar...

The amount of Bermuda dollar notes and coins in circulation over the Cup Match holiday weekend will be higher than last year. A total of $136.9 million will be on release during this period, up 5 percent from $130.8 million in 2011. The value of note...