AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCARICOM Update: Bermuda’s Premier E. David Burt attended the 51st CARICOM Heads of Government meeting in Saint Lucia, with leaders from across the region meeting under chair Philip J. Pierre. Public Health: The Health Ministry warned that no one under 18 can legally consent to a tattoo, suspending a local studio after investigations found minors were tattooed without proper parental consent. Cost of Living & Pensions: MPs approved a 1.74% pension increase from September, with workers and employers facing higher CPF contributions to fund the adjustment. Electricity Rates: Belco’s “unbundling” will separate generation and transmission/distribution charges from August 1, while officials say it’s about transparency and fairness—especially for solar customers. Travel Access: The Health Minister told MPs that “stop list” convictions can block urgent overseas medical travel, and waivers can’t be relied on for emergencies. Sports: Bermuda’s U20 beach volleyball campaign began with mixed results, and the men’s basketball team fell 76-61 to Turks and Caicos in FIBA AmeriCup Caribbean pre-qualifiers. Local Sport & Development: Warwick Football Academy appointed Dante Leverock as Director of Player Development and Lead Coach. Weather: Sunday is expected to be warm with variable cloud and a chance of showers later.
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