Leaders on the Record is a candid, in-depth conversation series that brings Bermuda’s leaders out from behind the podium and directly to the people. Each episode goes beyond the standard press conference to explore the why behind key decisions, the challenges shaping policy, and the issues residents are talking about.
Episode 7: Addressing Homelessness, Hearing Support and Domestic Abuse
The Hon. Tinee Furbert, JP, MP, discusses Bermuda's plans to end homelessness, provide hearing support, and aid domestic abuse victims in this interview.
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Price Transparency and Fair Competition in Bermuda
Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Alexa Lightbourne, JP, MP, discusses proposed changes to strengthen price transparency, examine how duty relief is reflected in consumer prices, and introduce new competition legislation aimed at supporting fairer markets for Bermuda’s consumers and businesses.
10 Jun 2026
Building Bermuda’s Future Public Service
In episode 5 of Leaders on the Record, Head of the Public Service Mrs Cherie-lynn Whitter discusses the future of Bermuda’s public service, the need to attract new talent across Government, and the opportunities available through the Government Career Expo taking placeon June 18, 2026.
She also addresses common misconceptions about working in Government and explains how public officers support the services, operations and priorities that affect residents every day.
8 May 2026
Episode 4: Bermuda, CARICOM and the Future of Energy Policy
In episode#4 of Leaders on the Record, Minister of Home Affairs the Hon. Alexa Lightbourne, JP, MP discusses Bermuda’s potential relationship with CARICOM, the Government’s public consultation, and the Green Paper, The Story of Us.
Minister Lightbourne addresses common questions and misconceptions about what full membership could mean for Bermuda, while also explaining why public feedback is central to the process.
The episode also explores Bermuda’s electricity costs, the future of energy policy, and the Government’s National Electricity Sector Policy, including the need to balance sustainability, climate resilience and affordability for residents and businesses.
3 Mar 2026
Episode 3: Responsible Choices -- A Deeper Look at the 2026–2027 Budget
In this episode of Leaders on the Record, Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt takes a deeper look at Bermuda’s 2026–2027 National Budget.
Moving beyond the Budget Statement, the Premier explains the thinking behind recent tax reforms, the introduction of corporate income tax, plans for debt reduction, and major capital investments in healthcare, housing, education and infrastructure.
This conversation provides context, clarity and insight into the Government’s long-term economic strategy and what it means for Bermudians.
12 Feb 2026
Affordable Housing in Bermuda: Strategy, Supply and Solutions
In this episode of Leaders on the Record, host Tari Trott speaks with Zane De Silva, Deputy Premier and Minister of Housing and Municipalities, about Bermuda’s housing crisis and the Government’s response.
Minister De Silva shares updates on the draft 10-year Affordable Housing Strategy, new and upcoming developments, emergency and modular housing initiatives, and ambitious plans to deliver hundreds of affordable rental units over the next 12–18 months. The conversation also explores affordability pressures facing working families and seniors, community concerns, and what success looks like in addressing Bermuda’s housing needs.
19 Jan 2026
Hard truths about violence
In the debut episode of Leaders on the Record, Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks has a frank conversation about violence and gang activity in Bermuda.
Moving beyond press conferences and headlines, the Minister speaks candidly about the realities driving gang violence, the role of families and communities, and why enforcement alone will never solve the problem.
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Episode 7: Addressing Homelessness, Hearing Support and Domestic Abuse
Published 29 Oct 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] And it's just been a fantastic complement to the services that we provide because they help persons experiencing domestic violence with domestic abuse protection orders. And they also follow the clients so that if they need support along the way, they're providing that particular support. […]
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