AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoEducation & Governance: Opposition Leader Ben Smith says Bermuda needs an Education Authority with real independence, transparency and accountability—so schools aren’t forced to change direction with every new minister. Youth & Learning: The Department of Education’s STEAM Academy wrapped its summer programme, with hands-on projects for ages 7–12 and a pilot senior track for 13–15 focused on maths, trades, electrical engineering and career orientation. Community & Access: A new aquatic lift at the National Sports Centre makes pool access easier for seniors and people with disabilities, helping more families enjoy the water together. Sports & Environment: The Royal Bermuda Regiment will host the 2026 Heatwave: Coastal Defence lionfish tournament (Aug 19–22) to support the Bermuda Lionfish Task Force. Local Business & Tourism: Fairmont Southampton opened the Palmetto Beach Club as the first chapter of its major resort return, with a beachfront pool, cabanas and Bermuda-focused dining. Local Culture & Style: Bermuda’s summer-to-autumn fashion talk is turning to burgundy as a rich transitional staple. Entrepreneurship: Young vendors took part in the Youth Entrepreneur Expo on City Hall lawn, celebrating International Youth Day with businesses run by kids as young as nine.
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