The Government of Bermuda said they “welcome the recommendations of the House of Lords Constitution Committee following its review of the UK Overseas Territories Joint Declaration.” A Government spokesperson said, “Bermuda participated actively in this process, and we are pleased that several of the Committee’s recommendations reflect positions advanced in Bermuda’s own submission. In particular, […]
17th, April 2026, 08:02pm
Bermuda has been named the “Best Weekend Destination in the World” in the 14th annual Leisure Lifestyle Awards by Global Traveler. The publication said, “Global Traveler conducted a survey of its readers Aug. 1, 2025–Jan. 31, 2026, with open-ended questions for the best in many categories of leisure luxury and lifestyle travel. This survey ran […]
17th, April 2026, 07:22pm
The bus disruptions due to mechanical issues are reported, the Bermuda named ‘Best Weekend Destination’ is highlighted, Minister Alexa Lightbourne calls to prevent an increase in retail fuel prices, the Electricity Sector Policy update is supported by BELCO, Minister Jaché Adams attends an Eco Club screening, and the Botanical Gardens are prepared for exhibition are […]
17th, April 2026, 07:00pm
The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [April 17] with the list indicating that there are five bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Bus Disruptions ‘Due To Mechanical Issues’ Ministry: 54 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday Ministry: 6 Bus Runs Cancelled On Friday Ministry: 18 Bus Runs Cancelled On […]
17th, April 2026, 06:30pm
April 16 saw 5,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $59,400.00 BD. 2,000 shares were traded by Devonshire Industries Ld, closing up 30.0% at $6.50 per share, while another 2,000 shares were traded by Polaris Holding Co. Ltd, closing even at $7.25 per share. 1,000 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks Ltd, […]
17th, April 2026, 06:15pm
The Department of Public Transportation is “experiencing service disruptions due to mechanical issues with buses” and “currently, 46 buses are in service across all routes; however, some runs have had to be cancelled due to a lack of available buses.” The Department spokesperson said, “Buses are taken out of service for various reasons. Some of […]
16th, April 2026, 08:03pm
The Botanical Gardens are being prepared by the Department of Parks this week ahead of the 85th Annual Agricultural Exhibition, set for April 23 to 25. A Government spokesperson said, “The Botanical Gardens are busy this week as workers from the Department of Parks prepare the grounds for the opening of the 85th Annual Agricultural […]
16th, April 2026, 08:01pm
The Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne has issued the Retail Fuels [Consumer Protection Standstill] Ministerial Direction 2026 to “prevent an increase in retail fuel prices that would have otherwise taken effect today [April 16, 2026].” A Government spokesperson said, “The Direction holds prices at current levels for up to six months and protects households […]
16th, April 2026, 08:00pm
BELCO said they “welcomed the Government of Bermuda’s update of Bermuda’s National Electricity Sector Policy [NESP] and supports the Government’s effort to provide clear, modern guidance for the sector.” BELCO President Wayne Caines said: “The NESP emphasis on affordability, reliability, and sustainability reflects the practical realities of operating an isolated island power plant and grid and […]
16th, April 2026, 07:38pm
The Minister of Public Works and Environment Jaché Adams attended a screening of The Plastic Detox Documentary at Bermuda College last Friday [10 April], in support of ongoing community efforts to raise awareness about plastic pollution and its wider effects on Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “Hosted by the Bermuda College Eco Club, the event […]
16th, April 2026, 07:30pm