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Latest Articles

Retail Tariff Design Restructuring

The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda has redesigned the electricity rate structure to better reflect how the grid actually operates today. Fixed charges now align more closely with infrastructure costs, solar customers have updated tariff classes, and bills separate generation from network charges. Learn why fairness and grid reliability drove this change.

Understanding How the RA Operates

Curious who keeps Bermuda's lights on, internet reliable, and cables protected? Discover how the Regulatory Authority independently regulates fuels, electricity, communications, and submarine cables, is funded lean, and is built for accountability.

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Ensuring Consumer Privacy in Bermuda’s Regulatory Sector

Discover how the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda (RA) ensures consumer privacy under the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) 2016.

Bermuda’s Power Grid and Its Function

Bermuda’s electrical grid ensures efficient power distribution with high accessibility and quick restoration post-disasters, but it faces challenges with high costs and investment needs for renewable energy solutions.

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Latest Consultations

Discontinuation of the Bermuda Telephone Company Limited Copper Network

The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda has opened a public consultation on Digicel/BTC's plan to retire its legacy copper telephone network and complete the transition to fibre. The consultation covers customer notification, protections for vulnerable customer, and the timeline for discontinuing copper-based phone and internet services in Bermuda. The public can submit comments until 9 November 2026.

Open for Comment

Closing Date:

November 9, 2026

2026 Electronic Communications Sectoral Review

The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda is inviting public comment on the 2026 Electronic Communications Sectoral Review – Consultation Document. Members of the public, sector participants, and other interested parties are invited to submit written comments by 11:59 PM (Bermuda time) on 6 July 2026.

Closed

Closing Date:

July 6, 2026

Work Plan 2026-2027

The purpose of this proposed 2026-27 Work Plan is to comply with section 43(2) of the Regulatory Authority Act 2011, which requires the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda to conduct a public consultation regarding its Work Plan for the upcoming financial year. This proposed Work Plan covers the period from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027, and includes a corresponding proposed budget.

Active

Closing Date:

February 9, 2026

Bulk Generation Sole Use Installation Licence Feed-in Tariff Methodology Consultation

The RA has released its Preliminary Report on the Feed-in Tariff (FiT) for Bulk Generation Sole Use Installation (BGSUI) Licensees. It reviews feedback from the May 2025 Consultation, updates the proposed FiT methodology, and invites public comment. A draft General Determination is included in Appendix B.

Closed

Closing Date:

January 14, 2026

Offshore Wind Farm Opportunies in Bermuda

Discover how the RA is actively exploring the potential of offshore wind energy in Bermuda and learn how you can contribute your thoughts and feedback.