AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoImmigration Service Update: The Department of Immigration says people can now e-mail specific questions directly, with responses expected within two business days—work permits, BOTC Bermuda passports, and Bermudian status/Permanent Resident’s Certificates each have their own inbox. Education Reform Pressure: The Bermuda Union of Teachers says education reform has stalled, demanding a clear next-step plan, published data, and transparent finances instead of “gathering data.” Captive Insurance Spotlight: The Bermuda Captive Conference opened with nearly 600 delegates and closed sessions with the Bermuda Monetary Authority; Thomas McMahon also received the Fred Reiss Lifetime Achievement Award for decades of leadership in the sector. Health & Community: The Health Ministry launched HIV Awareness Month with free confidential testing in June, while mental health anti-stigma efforts wrapped up with a renewed push for counselling and therapy access. Public Works & Safety: An RFP is out for Southlands Seawall work in Warwick, and Church Road in Southampton will see rolling single-lane closures for infrastructure improvements. Sports & Culture: Bermuda’s Alec Cutler defended his J70 Corinthian World Championship title in Marseille; the Department of Culture premiered “Voices of the Rock: Ruth’s Mosaic” celebrating Ruth Thomas.
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