The Ministry of Justice today reminded the public that the consultation on modernising Bermuda’s jury system remains open and that residents still have time to provide their views on proposed reforms.

The next public meeting on Bermuda’s jury reform consultation will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday November 19,  at the Paget Gospel Chapel, 44 Middle Road, Paget, held jointly with the Paget Parish Council and Warwick Parish Council. 

The Ministry of Justice encourages residents to attend this session, share their views, and take advantage of the opportunities to engage directly on the proposed reforms.

The Ministry will continue hosting additional parish meetings in the weeks ahead and encourages all residents to participate in shaping the future of Bermuda’s jury system.

In addition to the public meetings, the Minister will be a guest on HOTT 107.5 FM at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday November 19, 2025 and on The Daily Hour show on Thursday December 4, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. 

The public is encouraged to tune in to both interviews to hear more about the consultation, have their questions answered and join the conversation on this important national issue.

The consultation, which runs until December 31, 2025, invites the public to review proposals that would update how juries are constituted, selected and compensated. Members of the public are encouraged to visit forum.gov.bm to read the consultation documents and provide online feedback.

Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Sen. the Hon. Kim Wilkerson, JP, described the first meeting as a meaningful step toward the Ministry’s reform goals.

“The insights shared will help shape practical reforms that make jury service more inclusive and reflective of Bermuda’s community. 

"This next meeting with the Paget and Warwick councils is equally important; it provides another opportunity for us to listen, to engage directly with the public and to ensure that any legislative changes truly serve the people they affect.”