AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoBermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo (BAMZ) Update: BAMZ will temporarily close from 12:00pm Friday July 10 to 1:00pm Saturday July 11 for crane work tied to the North Rock Tank renovation, including hoarding removal and flooring replacement, with sharks and large fish returning once the exhibit is ready. Animal Welfare & Policy Pressure: Opposition shadow environment minister Linda Smith is calling for the immediate release of an 18-month-old Canine Advisory Committee report on illegal dog breeding, after new figures show 175 dogs destroyed in 2025 and pitbulls making up a large share of seized and euthanised dogs. Ocean & Community Conservation: A proposal urges Bermuda to set aside part of an Ocean Prosperity Fund for an ocean industries contingency fund and education fund to support people whose livelihoods depend on the sea. Marine Tourism Experience: The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute launched the Discover Hamilton Tour, pairing an Ocean Discovery Centre guide with an e-bike ride around Hamilton and stops including Admiralty House and Spanish Point, running daily through Sept. 30. Local Energy Costs: Belco’s new electricity rate structure takes effect Aug. 1, unbundling charges for more transparency; most residential customers without distributed generators face modest monthly increases. Regional Climate Talks: Bermuda’s leaders report CARICOM discussions focused on climate change, climate finance, food security, and cutting the cost of living through trade and agriculture.
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