Eleven road traffic fatalities occurred in Bermuda in 2016, up from 7 the previous year. The total number of traffic collisions increased by 7% to 1400 from the year before. The maximum speed limit in Bermuda is 35 kph (21 mph). In the City of Hamilton, the Town of St. George’s, and Dockyard, the speed limit is 25 kph (15 mph). The World Health Organisation says “speed has been identified as a key risk factor in road traffic injuries, influencing both the risk of a road crash as well as the severity of the injuries that result from crashes”. What should the...

Gun-related crime and violence is more common in Bermuda compared to previous years. The 2016 Crime Statistics Report, published by the Bermuda Police Service, reports that 7 homicides occurred in Bermuda in 2016. Of these, 5 were committed with firearms. In addition to the 5 fatal shootings, an additional 9 non-fatal shooting occurred in 2016. The year saw a total of 31 confirmed firearms incidents in 2016, up from 12 the previous year. As this situation continues do you feel this is an isolated issue impacting only certain parts of the community or does it affec...

In 2017, legislation was tabled and passed in the House of Assembly to decriminalise possession of up to seven grams of cannabis. However, its passage to the Senate was interrupted by the General Election. A bill has also been passed allowing the use of three medical drugs containing cannabinoids — Marinol, Cesamet and Sativex — for prescription purposes. Patients can apply for access to medical cannabis by way of an import license through the Ministry of Health so as long as they have sign off from their doctors. Many countries and cities around the world are...

Bermudians and the people of Bermuda are known for enjoying and celebrating our annual national holidays with pride, authenticity, and excitement. Some holidays share the same traditions like being outside or enjoying food with family and friends, but each one is unique in its own right. What is your favorite Bermuda Holiday? Share your thoughts below! References http://www.bermuda-online.org/traditions.htm http://www.bermuda-online.org/pubhols.htm Closing Date:March 31, 2018   This poll will recur.

Same sex marriage was made legal in Bermuda following a landmark court case in 2017. It had been opposed by the group, Preserve Marriage. Do you support same sex marriage or do you think that marriage should be between a male and female?   References http://www.royalgazette.com/news/article/20170531/furberts-same-sex-bill http://bernews.com/2017/05/video-explaining-legalities-of-same-sex-marriage/ http://www.royalgazette.com/news/article/20170506/landmark-same-sex-ruling   This poll will recur.