AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoElectoral Reform Watch: The Government has set up an 11-member cross-party electoral reform working group, with absentee voting for overseas students, campaign finance rules, and options for stronger electoral governance (including a future electoral commission) all on the agenda; the group is due to report before MPs in about three months. Parliament Today: MPs return for a packed House session including debate on the Compass Point Building purchase, the Electricity Amendment Act 2026, pensions increases for public officers, and other legislation on customs duty relief and tourism. Government & Economy: The Ministry of Economy and Labour launched a National Economic Co-operation Committee to oversee Bermuda’s international economic agreements and track progress on investment, workforce development, and innovation. Digital Infrastructure: Google’s Nuvem and Sol subsea cable systems have officially landed in Bermuda, with officials saying the upgrade strengthens resilience and supports growth in finance, insurance, fintech, and AI infrastructure. Insurance & Finance Appointments: Prudential named Donna Cotter to lead a new Wealth and Bermuda division, while Willis Re appointed Jonathan Ogilvie (London) and Chris Dart (Bermuda) to expand its non-marine and treaty reinsurance leadership. Business & Community: A Bermuda Capital Event opens in Hamilton with pre-set investor meetings for growth-stage firms, and Ageing and Disability Services held a seniors bingo event to raise awareness of elder abuse. Public Notices: Bermuda Hospitals Board is urging blood donations ahead of World Blood Donor Day on June 14.
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