Racism explains much of the racial disparity in admissions to Bermuda’s only psychiatric hospital, says anti-racism group Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda. Responding to our findings that black people account for a disproportionately high number of inpatient admissions into the MidAtlantic Wellness Institute, CURB president Lynne Winfield said that the data could not be any…...
Racial disparities in mental health admissions reflect socio-economic “differences” – Government
Anti-racism group says cause is directly linked to racism
Socio-economic disadvantages faced by black people are likely behind racial disparities in psychiatric hospital admissions, says the Health Ministry. Anti-racism group, Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda says racism and the legacy of slavery are also be directly responsible (upcoming story). However, the Bermuda Health Council says the picture is far from clear without similar data…...
Black people over-represented in Bermuda’s mental health facilities
Black people are more likely to be admitted to Bermuda’s state run mental health facilities than the rest of the population, irrespective of age or gender, data shows. Figures obtained from the Bermuda Hospitals Board in response to a Public Access to Information request show that there were 2,293 admissions into the facilities of the…...
Young entrepreneurs get Government support
Young Bermudian entrepreneurs are to benefit from a new programme with training, cash and mentorship. The eight-week summer programme was announced yesterday at the offices of Bermuda Economic Development Corporation. Beginning on Monday, 10 students between the ages of 16 and 25 will undergo one week of training, followed by another seven weeks of developing…...
Colonies up in arms over UK’s “base colonialism”
Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands and the Cayman Islands are seeing red over British lawmakers’ decision to force its colonies to make public their registers of beneficial owners of companies. All three colonies have characterised the move as overreach by the mother country, citing their constitutional development and the fact that they have their own […]
Police looking into Lahey lawsuit allegations
Bermuda police are looking into whether any criminal offences were committed in the handling of the Lahey lawsuit, in the wake of allegations against former Attorney General Trevor Moniz. Premier David Burt reported concerns over the handling of the Lahey lawsuit to Governor John Rankin last week, and the Bermuda Police subsequently started inquiries. Following […]
Calling all independent thinkers
Proposals invited for ThinkFest 2018
ThinkMedia invites Bermudian academics and independent thinkers of all disciplines to participate in ThinkFest 2018. The annual conference takes place for the second time this summer starting in July. Designed to inform, provoke thought and showcase Bermuda’s academics and thought leaders, THINKFEST 2018 is an opportunity for presenters to: • Build their speaking and professional […]
Questions remain over handling of Lahey lawsuit
Did Trevor Moniz shred government documents ?
Serious questions remain over the handling of Bermuda’s lawsuit against Lahey clinic brought by the former Government but which was dismissed on Friday by a US judge. Just hours after the order dismissing the case, parliament heard concrete evidence that a legal assistance treaty with the US had been jeopardized in pursuit of the civil […]
Airport deal meets industry and market standards – consultants
Premier David Burt insists it remains a bad deal for Bermuda; Aecon boss welcomes review
A $200,000 review of the controversial airport redevelopment deal has found that it was largely within market and industry norms but contained some “unusual” terms that makes it near impossible for Government to get a better deal for the taxpayer. Premier and Finance Minister David Burt told the country at a press conference on Friday […]
Budget 2018 – What it means for you
Wherein we break down real life implications of David Burt's first budget
Premier and Finance Minister David Burt has delivered his first budget which he says will empower citizens and “place Bermuda on a path toward economic growth, economic diversification, and economic security for all Bermudians.” Among the plans announced are initiatives and policies on personal and business taxes, education and training, technology, and entrepreneurship. Big winners […]
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