POLITICS
Cox hints at speech themes
It is one of the most colourful events of the year, not only for its fashion but in the political fall-out of its content. Governor Sir Richard Gozney will this morning officially open Parliament with the Throne Speech.
Cox targets gangs, promises spending cuts
FRIDAY, NOV. 5: A new Gang Task Force to fight escalating gun crime has been established as part of Premier Paula Cox’s platform for Bermuda. Ms Cox in her first Throne Speech — just over a week after taking over as Premier from Dr. Ewart Brown — set out the …
Dignitaries dazzle in Throne Speech fashion spectacle
FRIDAY, NOV. 5: Spectators lined the streets surrounding the Cabinet Building to catch a glimpse of smartly dressed dignitaries as they took their seats for the Throne Speech today.
Richards to challenge Bean for Dr. Brown's seat
MONDAY, NOV. 8: Sylvan Richards Jr. will contest the seat vacated by former Premier Ewart Brown. The Bermuda Democratic Alliance (BDA) announced that Mr. Richards will be their candidate for Constituency 26.
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By-election scheduled for December 15
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 8: The Parliamentary Registry Office (PRO) has advised that the Premier, the Hon. Paula A. Cox, JP, MP, has called a Bye-Election for Constituency 26 / Warwick South Central on Wednesday December 15, 2010.
PLP accuses rival parties of 'theatrics' over drug testing
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10: PLP election hopeful Marc Bean is unlikely to follow his political rivals and take a drug test.
Noel-Simmons to contest Dr. Brown's seat for UBP
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10: UBP election hopeful Devrae Noel-Simmons today admitted he has a cocaine conviction but insisted: “I have cleaned up my act and can help others do the same”.The fitness trainer and nightclub security manager — a former semi-pro footballer for the Oregon Thunderbolts — was officially unveiled as …
Noel-Simmons statement for by-election
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10: Former American Footballer Devrae Noel-Simmons announced his candidacy for the Warwick South Central by-election today.Here is his statement in full:
Lottimore appointed press secretary for Premier
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12: Beverle Lottimore has been appointed the press secretary for Premier Paula Cox. Ms. Lottimore, who is also the director of the Department of Communication and Information will serve as Premier Cox’s primary media liaison to both the local and overseas press, attending to significant matters of interest to …
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UBP reply to the Throne Speech
I open this Reply to the 2010 Throne Speech by offering, on behalf of my colleagues, sincere congratulations to the new Premier on her election to the Premiership of Bermuda. It is a great honour and we are sure she will carry her responsibilities forward with dignity, humility and grace
Cox attending Overseas Territories meeting
MONDAY, NOV. 15: Premier Paula Cox is in London attending the annual Overseas Territories Consultative Council (OTCC) meeting.
Duchess delights on Royal visit to island
HRH The Duchess of Gloucester enjoyed an action-packed visit to Bermuda at the weekend. From football training to tree planting the Duchess was delighted to meet Bermudians of all walks of life, passing on the Queen’s “warmest good wishes to everyone”.
Overseas Territories Minister 'encouraged' by Cox's fiscal focus
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 17: Premier Paula Cox today met with Henry Bellingham, the Minister for the Overseas Territories for the U.K. Ms Cox and Mr. Bellingham met for bilateral discussions prior to the annual Overseas Territories Consultative Council.
'Bermudians-only' jobs list under review by Gov't
The list of jobs only open to Bermudians or their spouses is being reviewed by Government. The closed category is being looked at again as the island’s economy continues to be affected by the global recession.
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