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Will PLP turn up for today’s session?

MPs are set for a busy session in the House of Assembly today in what will be the final sitting of Parliament before the summer break. But The Royal Gazette has been unable to confirm whether Opposition MPs will return to the chamber after they boyco...
Jul 18, 2014
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‘Energy activities progressing’ says Gibbons

Efforts to roll out renewable energy will help to address “an urgent need in the community”, the House of Assembly heard this morning. The development of eco-friendly projects such as solar photovoltaic farms is under consultation, said Minister of ...
Jul 18, 2014
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National Sports Policy unveiled

By Gareth Finighan Bermuda could punch well above its weight at future sporting events following the creation of a programme that will help athletes perform successfully “at the highest competitive levels”. Unveiling the National Sports Policy in the...
Jul 18, 2014
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PLP boycott House of Assembly — again

The Opposition Progressive Labour Party remained absent from the House of Assembly today, continuing the boycott of Parliament vowed by party leader Marc Bean. Mr Bean last week denounced Parliament as “a sham and a farce” after Governor George Fergu...
Jul 18, 2014
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Premier to join Overseas Territories leaders for London meetings

Premier Michael Dunkley will be among the leaders of 11 Overseas Territories to attend a Ministerial Council Meeting (JMC) to be held in London this December when a number of their concerns will be aired. And among those issues are: “Economic diversi...
Jul 18, 2014
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Public urged to review Public Service Reform Bill

By Gareth Finighan Government agencies, quangos and other public bodies will be subject to close financial scrutiny by a new authority under proposed laws. In the House of Assembly this morning, Premier Michael Dunkley tabled the For Information” Pub...
Jul 18, 2014
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PATI regulations approved

Public Access to Information (PATI) legislation took another step forward with the approval of regulations in the House of Assembly. Premier Michael Dunkley described PATI as the “hallmark of a modern democracy”, promising it would help promote and e...
Jul 18, 2014
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Gaming legislation could be approved by end of year — Crockwell

Much-anticipated legislation to bring casino gaming to Bermuda has missed its chance to go before Parliament — but will be tabled before the year’s end, according to Tourism Minister Shawn Crockwell. The Bill will be presented along with associated r...
Jul 18, 2014
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Emancipation events will recognise courage of our ancestors

A host of events highlighting the history of enslavement and emancipation have been planned in the run-up to this year’s Cup Match holiday. Community, Culture and Sports Minister Wayne Scott this morning outlined a “suite” of celebrations which will ...
Jul 18, 2014
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Atherden releases statement on long term care

Minister of Health, Seniors and Environment Jeanne Atherden released the following statement in the House of Assembly on residential long term care in Bermuda: As Honourable Members are aware, my Ministry has responsibility for seniors which includes...
Jul 18, 2014
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Gibbons outlines middle school ‘transformation’

A ten-point plan has been developed to “transform” Bermuda’s five middle schools into “high-performing schools resulting in engaged and motivated learners”, Minister of Education Dr Grant Gibbons said earlier today. Following an audit of the middle s...
Jul 18, 2014
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Minister pays tribute to achievements of Bermuda College

Bermuda College has “realised the dreams of its visionary founders” and should be celebrated by the people of Bermuda, the House of Assembly heard this morning. Minister of Education and Economic Development Grant Gibbons praised the institution’s a...
Jul 18, 2014
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