AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoEducation Leadership: Kalmar Richards has stepped down as Bermuda’s Commissioner of Education after 40 years, with Radell Tankard named Acting Commissioner while a permanent replacement is recruited. Education Governance: The Ministry of Education has also announced a newly constituted Board of Education under the Education Act 1996, chaired by Dr. Dawnnelle Walker, as reform work gears up for the new school year. Energy Policy: Bermuda’s National Electricity Sector Policy 2026 has been finalised after consultation, with affordability and fair sharing of energy costs highlighted as key priorities through 2045. Climate & Environment Governance: A climate change taskforce set up in 2021 was reported out of action for nearly 18 months; Public Works Minister Jaché Adams says it will be re-established. Ocean Protection Debate: Stakeholders met the environment minister to discuss the Blue Ocean Prosperity Programme, including marine protected areas; environmental groups are now urging residents to write MPs ahead of expected decisions. Local Tech for Travel: PadsPass, a Bermudian pet travel platform, won “Pet Start Up of the Year,” citing rapid subscription growth and airline partnerships. Biosecurity Watch: An expert-led inspection found red imported fire ant detections limited to Hamilton Parish and Hamilton commercial docks, with baiting and rapid response underway.
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