Stories about Bermuda from July, 2010
Bermuda: Media Code
“I do believe that whether we like it or not, blogs are now part of the media. By definition we publish publicly and with that freedom comes responsibility” – which is why Breezeblog has voluntarily adopted the Media Council of Bermuda’s Code of Practice.
Bermuda: municipalities takeover
Vexed Bermoothes opposes the Bermuda government’s plan to take over the operations and services of the country’s municipalities, including those of the capital, Hamilton.
Bermuda: Respect Yourself
A politician says that he ripped up an official piece of correspondence in response to a perceived show of disrespect, prompting Vexed Bermoothes to comment: “I want them to know that if you disrespect the public, that is what you will get back in return.”
Bermuda: Fiscal Legacy
“So, it’s official. Government is trying to raise a half billion dollars in debt to cover their ‘spending addiction'”: Vexed Bermoothes is not pleased with the legacy of the present government.
Bermuda: 10 Things
Bermuda's Breezeblog attended the World Cup in South Africa and shares ten things he learned from the experience.
Bermuda: water worries
“Water. It's hard to believe that this, the most basic of resources is still a major issue for so many Bermudians.” Tales from the Triangle's Tip worries about resource management and other social concerns.
Bermuda: The Crime Question
“Each step – if not aggressively countered by law enforcement and successful prosecution – will lead to wider gun use”: Vexed Bermoothes blogs about the potential fallout from rising crime.
Bermuda: Unsuitable
Vexed Bermoothes is concerned that the government plans to “forge ahead with [the] plan to take over Bermuda’s municipal corporations, replacing their elected officials with an appointed board.”
