AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHonours & Community: Lawyer Elizabeth “Liz” Christopher was appointed an MBE in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours, recognised for services to law and justice, alongside Lionel Cann (BEM), educator John Paul “JP” Skinner (King’s Certificate) and sports administrator Troy Farnsworth (King’s Certificate). Public Safety: Bermuda’s Consumer Affairs warned of a rise in online rental scams, urging residents to report suspicious listings to protect themselves from stolen photos and deposit traps. Transport & Culture: Regulated ridesharing launched June 10, with Transport Control reporting about 79 permit applications and 19 approved so far, with the “taxi first, rideshare when needed” approach and an initial cap of 150 permits. Digital Connectivity: A minister updated MPs on Google’s subsea cable landings, saying Bermuda’s two-cable setup boosts rerouting resilience for schools, hospitals and businesses. Health & Awareness: Health Minister Kim Wilson urged the public to get tested after a “concerning shift” in new HIV cases, as June marks HIV Awareness Month. Arts & Heritage: The Theatre Boycott anniversary will be marked June 16 at Speciality Cinema with a free programme featuring school skits and clips from “When Voices Rise.” Sports & Local Events: Bermuda hosts the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas qualifier June 21–27, with tickets via PTIX.bm.
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