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The Hon. Dennis Lister, JP,MP

The Hon. Dennis Lister, JP,MP

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12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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—your second one. [Laughter]
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Go right ahead. Hon. Michael A. Weeks: Out of respect for you, Mr. Speaker.
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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No problem, my friend. PERSONAL SAFETY AND SECURITY DURING THE HOLIDAY PERIOD Hon. Michael A. Weeks: Mr. Speaker, I do have a second Statement. My second Statement is on personal security and safety. Mr. Speaker, as we enter the holiday season, I rise today to remind the community of the importance of personal safety and responsible behaviour at this time …
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Mm-hmm. Yes. Hon. Michael A. Weeks: Without a loved on. It stays with you. And I would not wish that pain on any parent, on any family or any community. I implore the public: slow down. Take your time. Be cautious on our roads and be mindful of those around you. These choices save lives. Mr. Speaker, the holiday season …
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Thank you, Minister. Members, the next Statement this morning is in the name of the Minister of Health. Minister. Hon. Kim N. Wilson: Good morning, Mr. Speaker.
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Good morning. PROMOTING MENTAL WELLNESS DURING THE HOLIDAYS Hon. Kim N. Wilson: Mr. Speaker, as the holiday season approaches and our Island begins to glow with its familiar warmth, many households will be filled with joy, gratitude, and togetherness. Our communities will come alive with celebration and cheer. But we must also remember that, for some, this time of year …
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Thank you, Minister. Members, the next Statement this morning is in the name of the Minister of Economy and Labour. Minister. LABOUR ADVISORY COUNCIL 2025 Hon. Jason Hayward: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to inform Honourable House of the work that the Labour Advisory Council [LAC] has achieved this year, and is embarking on for next year, to ensure a …
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Thank you, Minister. Members, the next Statement is also in the name [of the Minister of Economy and Labour] . Minister, would you like to continue with the second Statement? REGISTRY GENERAL 2024 ANNUAL REPORT Hon. Jason Hayward: Mr. Speaker, I rise to introduce the Annual Report of the Registry General for the year ended 31 December 2024. The Registrar …
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Thank you, Minister. Members, the next Statement this morning is in the name of the Minister of Home Affairs. Minister. Hon. Alexa Lightbourne: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Good morning.
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Good morning. AFFORDABLE BERMUDA AGENDA UPDATE Hon. Alexa Lightbourne: Thank you, Mr. Speaker . Mr. Speaker, today I rise to update this Honourable House on the g overnment’s continued work to reduce pressures on the cost of living by building a culture of collaboration. The Affordability Initiatives under the Affordable Bermuda Agenda address the quote by Albert Einstein: “We cannot …
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Thank you, Minister. And the second Statement, would you like to do another as well? Hon. Alexa Lightbourne: Yes, thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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Go right ahead. NATIONAL ELECTRICITY SECTOR POLICY UPDATES Hon. Alexa Lightbourne: Mr. Speaker, I also rise today to provide an update to this Honourable House on one of the most consequential undertakings now shaping Bermuda’s future: the renewal of our National Electricity Sector Policy. This policy is pivotal to the reform of our electricity sector and is intended to serve …
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Thank you, Minister. Member s, the next Minister presenting this morning is the Minister for Cabinet. Minister. ELECTORAL REFORM UPDATE Hon. Diallo V. S. Rabain: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to provide this Honourable House with an update on the Government’s ongoing work to advance comprehensive electoral reform. My remarks will focus solely on the process this Government has undertaken …
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Thank you, Minister. I believe the next Statement is yours as well. Hon. Diallo V. S. Rabain: Yes, sir , Mr Speaker.
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Continue on. BERMUDA GOVERNMENT’S DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION PROGRAMME Hon. Diallo V. S. Rabain: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mark an important milestone in our Island's digital future. I am honoured to announce the launch of the government's Digital Transformation Programme. This multi- year partnership will strengthen our services, expand digital inclusion and lay the foundation for a modern, responsive public …
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Thank you, Minister. Members, the next Statement this morning is in the name of the Minister of Works. Minister . [Minister of Public] Works and Environment. [Laughter]
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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There you go. Thank you. Hon. Jache Adams: Good morning, Mr. Speaker.
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Good morning. WATER RESOURCES POLLUTION (DISCHARGE REPORTING, ABATEMENT AND REMEDIATION) REGULATIONS 2025 Hon. Jache Adams: Mr. Speaker, today I am pleased to lay before this H onourable House the Water Resources ([Pollution] Discharge Reporting, Abatement and Remediation) Regulations 2025, made pursuant to the Water Resources Amendment Act 2024. Mr. Speaker, this G overnment remains deeply committed to protecting Bermuda's environment, …
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Thank you, Minister. Members, the next Statement this morning is in the name of the Minister of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors. Minister. ANTI -BULLYING WEEK 2025 Hon. Tinee Furbert: Good morning. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognise Anti -Bullying Week 2025, observed from November 10 to 14, and emphasise our commitment to fostering safe …
12 Dec 2025 House of Assembly
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Thank you, Minister. Members, that brings us to an end of the Statements for this morning. We will now move on. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES