Paul Wilmot, JP, MP

Good m orning, Madam Deputy Speaker.

Not a problem.

My apologies .

I would like to certainly give my condolences to the Wilson family on behalf of constituency 27 for Earlston Malcolm Eugene Wilson, [Jr.], a good friend of mine who has passed. [Timer chimes]

Yes, Madam.

Good morning, Mr. Speaker. We have not had any updates on the Mortgage Guarantee Programme since last year. Can the Honourable Premier please provide an update on the programme and how many Bermudians have been assisted through this initiative? Hon. E. David Burt: Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. And I thank the Honourable Member for his question and of …

Yes, Mr. Speaker.

It is good to hear the great number of Bermudians whom this programme has helped. (Excuse me. Sorry. I am a little nervous.) Can the Honourable Premier provide the further details on how this programme has helped or has impacted the Bermudians regarding monthly savings and home ownership opportunities?

Yes, Mr. Speaker. There is always a risk with guaranteeing. Can the Honourable Premier share any details as to the performance of those who have benefited from this programme? Hon. E. David Burt: Mr. Speaker, I thank the Honourable Member for his question, and here is what is important to note: the Ministry of Finance does get a report every …

Good day, Mr. Speaker.

I would like to, regrettably, give my condolences to Nina Ratteray and the Ratteray family on behalf of Cyrus Ratteray, who passed in the last few days. He happened to be a very, very good friend of mine. I associate the Honourable Member Mr. Tyrrell.

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I do solemnly and sincerely affirm and declare that I will be faithful and bear true alle-giance to His Majesty King Charles III, His heirs and successors according to law. Bermuda House of Assembly The Speaker: Yes. Okay. Thank you. All right. The Sergeant -at-Arms : [Constituencies] 14 to 16.