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Burgess critical of Premier’s ‘dangerous words’

Acting Opposition Leader Derrick Burgess has accused Premier Craig Cannonier of endorsing “politics of personal destruction and political payback” during a speech in the House of Assembly. Referencing a speech made in the early hours of December 14, ...
Dec 23, 2013
Health

Bill to modernise pharmaceutical industry approved

Legislation aimed at modernising pharmaceutical regulations on the Island and encourage the use generic drugs was approved by the House of Assembly on Friday. The Pharmacy and Poisons Amendment Bill 2013 was described by Health Minister Trevor Moniz ...
Dec 16, 2013
Politics

House approves alcohol sales in stores on Sundays

After two hour robust debate the Liquor Licence Amendment Act 2013 was passed, paving the way for alcohol to be served seven-days-a-week, including Sunday’s. But the eventual passage did not come without objections by a number of MPs. Progressive Lab...
Dec 14, 2013
Politics

MPs ready themselves for House marathon

A marathon session is in store for today’s House of Assembly, with the final report of the Spending and Government Efficiency (SAGE) Commission coming up for discussion. And today marks the last opportunity this year for Bermuda Ombudsman Arlene Broc...
Dec 13, 2013
Politics

Duty break could lower cost of food

A Customs duty break for energy-saving machinery could potentially ease Bermuda’s soaring electricity and food prices, after MPs approved the Customs Tariff Amendment (No. 3) Act. The break, which applies to equipment known as demand side management ...
Dec 12, 2013
Politics

Baron: Offer tax breaks in return for help fighting gangs

Government needs to find ways to encourage the private sector to fund anti-gang and anti-drug initiatives, according to Senator Jeff Baron. Sen Baron, the Junior Minister for Public Safety, told the Senate yesterday that several other countries are w...
Dec 12, 2013
Other

MPs face busy week

Parliament’s final week promises a hectic two days for MPs — starting with today’s session, in which the lease for Hamilton’s proposed Par-la-Ville Hotel is to be debated. The House of Assembly will also discuss authorising an $18 million guarantee b...
Dec 11, 2013
Other

Drug bill passed despite opposition’s concerns

Refinements to the Government body tasked with overseeing drug treatment in Bermuda, along with forging a new drug master plan, were approved last night by MPs. After the 16 to 13 defeat of an Opposition challenge to amend the National Drug Control A...
Dec 07, 2013
Other

Cannonier’s ‘serious concerns’ over DPP appointment

Government is considering its options regarding the recent reappointment of a non-Bermudian as the Director of Public Prosecutions despite a panel ruling a Bermudian candidate was qualified. Speaking in the House of Assembly yesterday, Premier Craig ...
Dec 07, 2013
Other

Lights up

A pilot programme to test energy efficient LED streetlights has been formally launched. Public Works Minister Trevor Moniz told the House of Assembly on Friday that a total of 14 streetlights on Trimingham Road will have have their 150-watt HPS fixtu...
Dec 07, 2013
Politics

MPs to examine Corporation contracts

Controversial contracts signed by the Corporation of Hamilton will be scrutinised by MPs in the House of Assembly today. The municipality signed a 262-year lease with developers in October 2012 to rebuild the city’s waterfront. But details of the dea...
Dec 06, 2013
Health

Pilot programme for chronic disease patients

A pilot programme to improve the care of chronic disease patients through a “multi-disciplinary approach has got underway. But to qualify for the programme patients must be uninsured — and also sign a “health contract” taking personal responsibility ...
Dec 05, 2013
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