POLITICS
Terry Lister quits PLP (Update 1)
PLP veteran MP Terry Lister on Friday quit his party to sit as an Independent – and highlighted the split between the party old guard and new blood after its defeat at the polls last year.
PLP raises concerns about work permit reform
We are concerned whether sufficient consultation has been conducted to ensure that the “final draft of the 2013 Work Permit Policy Plan” is robust and comprehensive enough.
PLP to celebrate its 50th birthday
The Progressive Labour Party will be hosting its 50th Annual Founders' Day Luncheon & Drum Major Awards on Sunday, February 24, at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess.
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Ewart Brown, unplugged
In part 1 of a 2-part interview in Friday's Sun, former Premier Dr Ewart Brown reflects on his modus operandi and admits to some introspection about his 'polarizing' style.
PLP's Horton becomes Speaker of the House
PLP veteran Randy Horton on Friday became the new Speaker of the House of Assembly.
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Groups 'applaud' Human Rights Act Amendment
The Centre for Justice on Friday said that the amendments to the Human Rights Act to to include sexual orientation and age are 'very welcome and long overdue'.
Tradition, rain and a splash of fashion
The new government’s first throne speech took place on Friday with all the normal pomp and circumstance despite windy weather.
Comment: speech offers promise, but also raises concerns
No political reforms, business priorities trump social concerns and private sector input on national debt could create conflicts of interest.
Premier's remarks on the Throne Speech
Premier Craig Cannonier on Friday called for unity and pledged to work for the whole of Bermuda after his party's first-ever Throne Speech.
Government fell short of international standards, says Auditor General
The Bermuda Goverment's financial statements for the year 2011/12 did not adhere to international standards, the Auditor General has said.
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PLP to host Thank You Party
The Progressive Labour Party will host a ‘Thank You Party’ at the Bermuda Industrial Union, on Saturday, February 9 from 6pm til midnight.
Auditor confirms hospital probe
Auditor General, Heather Jacobs Matthews, on Tuesday confirmed that she has recommended an immediate review of the Bermuda Hospitals Board.
OBA hit back at Roban over term limits
The OBA hit back at criticism by Walter Roban over their decision to abolish time limits on Thursday evening.
Government confirms end of Term Limits
The Minister of Home Affairs, Michael Fahy, announced on Wednesday that Government has decided to move forward with the elimination of the Term Limit policy with immediate effect.
FutureCare patients cough up savings for overseas treatment
FutureCare clients are forking out tens of thousands of dollars to get air evacuated off the island for emergency treatment.
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