The Bermuda Employers’ Council has congratulated the Progressive Labour Party on its election win and said it looks forward to working with David Burt, the Premier, and his Cabinet.

In a statement the BEC, representing Bermuda’s employers, said the implementation of the National Workforce Development Plan and National Skills Plan, the living wage, taxation review policies, education plans, health plans, government reforms and the ways to fund the announced social programmes, are of significance to employers. It said that reducing the national debt while implementing new programmes, driving the economy and employment present considerable challenges.

The statement added: “The Council, after every election with every succeeding government, has encouraged and participated in effective dialogue among trade unions, employers and the Government on the economic, home affairs and social issues facing the island. The Council looks forward to continuing this endeavour with the new Government.”