18 July 2012 Government Notices

Pursuant to section 21 of the Regulatory Authority Act, 2011 (RAA) the Minister of Justice, as the Chair of the Selection Committee (s.20 of the RAA) seeks applications for three positions of Commissioner within the newly established Board of Commissioners to whom the Chief Executive Officer of the Regulatory Authority (RA) will report. 

The Board of Commissioners will consist of three Commissioners who will each be voting members, and one of whom will serve as Chair.  The initial Commissioners will be appointed as follows, one for a term of two years; one for a term of three years; and one for a term of four years.

The Board of Commissioners will initially be responsible for regulating the electronic communications industry sector, other than broadcasting.  The principal functions and general powers of the Regulatory Authority are found in sections 12 and 13 of the RAA and include, but are not limited to:

i.establishing technical standards for the provision of covered services;

ii.reviewing and, as appropriate, approve, reject or modify tariffs filed by a sectoral provider governing the provision of covered services;

iii.establishing and enforce quality of service standards applicable to covered services;

iv.defining relevant markets, assess the competitiveness of relevant markets and identify sectoral providers that have significant market power in such markets;

v.adopting remedies to deter anti-competitive conduct by sectoral providers in any relevant market;

vi.modifying or find to be void, agreements involving one or more sectoral providers that unreasonably restrict competition in any relevant market;

vii.reviewing and, as appropriate, approve or reject proposed concentrations involving a specified sectoral provider; and

viii.prohibiting unfair trade practices by sectoral providers in any relevant market.

This notice serves as a public request for applications from persons who seek to be considered for the position of Commissioner of the RA.

Commissioners should demonstrate that they have at least five years’ relevant experience in administration, economics, law, and/or telecommunications.

Applications should be submitted to the Selection Committee, in writing and should include a curriculum vitae, applicant contact details, and at least three references in support of the application outlining key attributes relevant to the position.  Applications should be received no later than August 9, 2012.

Applications should be delivered to the Ministry of Environment, Planning and Infrastructure Strategy, 5th Floor, Dame Lois Browne Evans Building, 58 Court Street, HM 12 for the attention of the Permanent Secretary.

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The Governor has been pleased to approve the following promotions to members of the Bermuda Cadet Corps with effect from 1 July 2012:

Second Lieutenant Claire Lightbourne to Lieutenant

Second Lieutenant Sharon Smith to Lieutenant 

Pursuant to the provisions of The Marriage Act 1944, the Minister of Government Estates and Information Services, on the 10th day of July 2012, licensed Pastor William Dejaun Clifford Tull as a Marriage Officer, thereby enabling him to perform marriage ceremonies in Bermuda.

Dr. Nicola O’Leary, Sustainable Development Officer has been appointed to act as Director of Sustainable Development from 19th – 30th July 2012 (inclusive).

Mr. Michael Wells, Telecommunications Officer, has been appointed to act as Assistant Director of Telecommunications from 9th July 2012 to 28th September 2012 inclusive.

Mrs. Gail Tucker-Williams, Assistant Rent Commissioner, has been appointed to act as Rent Commissioner from 17th July 2012 – 24th August 2012 inclusive.

Pursuant to the provisions of The Marriage Act 1944, the Minister of Government Estates and Information Services, on the 11th day of July 2012, licensed Amir Saleem Abdur Razzaq Talbot as a Marriage Officer, thereby enabling him to perform marriage ceremonies in Bermuda.

Pursuant to the provisions of The Marriage Act 1944, the Minister of Government Estates and Information Services, on the 10th day of July 2012, licensed Pastor Ariel M. Manzueta as a Marriage Officer, thereby enabling him to perform marriage ceremonies in Bermuda for the period May 11, 2012 to May 11, 2014.

The Minister of Youth, Families and Sports has been pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 1st July, 2012 to 31st December, 2014 

BERMUDA SPORTS ANTI DOPING AUTHORITY 

Anti Doping in Sports Act 2011

Mr. Charless ClarkeAdditional Member

Ms. Norma Anne SmithAdditional Member

Mr. Michael Wells, Telecommunications Officer, has been appointed to act as Director of Telecommunications from 19th – 30th July 2012 inclusive.

Ms. Deborah Blakeney, Director of Human Affairs, has been appointed to act as the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Youth, Families and Sports 16th July 2012 to 20th July 2012, inclusive.

TAKE NOTICE of a Special Session of The Liquor Licensing Authority for the Eastern District on the 9th day of August, 2012 at 9:15 a.m. at Hamilton Magistrates’ Court No. 1, to hear the application of Wahoo’s Bistro & Patio for the grant of an Alfresco Licence in respect of Wahoo’s Bistro & Patio located at 36 Water Street, St. George’s GE05.

The Manager of the Business is Geza Wolf and Alfred Konrad.

Any person ordinarily resident in the Parish or any owner or occupier of any property lying within three hundred yards of the premises in respect of which this application is made may object to the grant of the license provided written notice containing, in general terms, the grounds of the objection is served on The Chairman of The Liquor Licensing Authority, The Commissioner of Police and The Applicant not less than three days before the hearing.

His Excellency The Governor, after consultation with the Chief Justice, has approved the appointment of Mrs. Justice Norma Wade-Miller, to act as Chief Justice for the period 11th July 2012 to 18th July 2012. 

Dated this 12th day of July 2012

His Excellency The Governor, after consultation with the Chief Justice, has approved the appointment of Mr. Edward Bailey, Barrister & Attorney to act as Magistrate & Coroner for the period 31st July 2012 to 10th August 2012.

Dated this 12th day of July 2012

His Excellency The Governor, after consultation with the Chief Justice, has approved the appointment of Mr. Khamisi Tokunbo Magistrate as Senior Magistrate for the period 31st  July – 10th August 2012.

Dated this 12th day of July 2012

His Excellency The Governor, after consultation with the Chief Justice, has approved the appointment of Mr. Peter Miller, Assistant Registrar to act as Registrar for the period 30th July to 10th August 2012.

Dated this 12th day of July 2012

His Excellency The Governor, after consultation with the Chief Justice, has approved the appointment of Justice Charles-Etta Simmons, to act as Chief Justice for the period 6th August until 10th August 2012. 

Dated this 12th day of July 2012

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THE ASSENT OF THE GOVERNOR WAS GIVEN ON THE 13th DAY OF July 2012 TO THE FOLLOWING:

Criminal Justice (International Co-operation) (Bermuda) Amendment Bill 2012

Special Business Legislation Amendment Bill 2012. 

Two (2) tenders related to the new infrastructure expansion and the housing project being undertaken by the West End Development Corporation were advertised and are scheduled for bid. 

Theses tenders have been modified in accordance with addendum (#1). All firms that attended the pre-construction meeting held on July 2nd and those that have made contact with the project management have received the addendum. If you have not received this addendum, please contact Mr. Clark Bottner at clark.Bottner@crossislanddevelopment.Com.

The addendum provides an extension of time for the receipt of the bids and some scope clarification. 

All potential contractors must furnish a full company profile.

The Minister of Justice, in exercise of the power conferred by section 2 of the International Sanctions Act 2003, makes the following Regulations:

Citation

1These Regulations may be cited as the International Sanctions (Iran) (Nuclear Proliferation) (Restrictive Measures) Regulations 2012.

Application

2The Iran (Restrictive Measures) (Overseas Territories) Order 2012 made by the Privy Council as a United Kingdom Order in Council on 10 July 2012 and any amendments to it, shall have the force of law in Bermuda.

Publication of list of designated persons constituting the target of sanctions

3The obligation of the Governor to maintain and publish a list of designated persons constituting the target of sanctions under Article 3 of the Iran (Restrictive Measures) (Overseas Territories) Order 2012 shall be deemed to be fulfilled when the Governor publishes by notice in the Gazette, the internet address of the relevant UK Treasury consolidated list of persons constituting the target of the sanctions.

Revocation

4The International Sanctions (Iran) (United Nations Measures) Regulations 2010 are revoked.

Made this 13th day of July 2012

Attorney-General and Minister of Justice

The Minister of Justice, in exercise of the power conferred by section 2 of the International Sanctions Act 2003, makes the following Regulations:

Citation

1These Regulations may be cited as the International Sanctions (Syria) (Restrictive Measures) Regulations 2012.

Application

2The Syria (Restrictive Measures) (Overseas Territories) Order 2012 made by the Privy Council as a United Kingdom Order in Council on 10 July 2012 and any amendments to it, shall have the force of law in Bermuda.

Publication of list of designated persons constituting the target of sanctions

3The obligation of the Governor to maintain and publish a list of designated persons constituting the target of sanctions under Article 3 of the Syria (Restrictive Measures) (Overseas Territories) Order 2012 shall be deemed to be fulfilled when the Governor publishes by notice in the Gazette, the internet address of the relevant UK Treasury consolidated list of persons constituting the target of the sanctions.

Revocation

3The International Sanctions (Syria) (Restrictive Measures) Regulations 2011 are revoked.

Made this 13th day of July 2012

Attorney-General and Minister of Justice