‘I am very encouraged’- Premier on public’s response to COVID-19 measures
Hon Fahie was speaking as a special call in guest on ‘Motion to Adjourn’, a radio show in Bermuda aired on April 30, 2020 on Power 94.9 FM and CBN 90.9 FM.
‘A very tough time’
According to the Premier, everywhere in the world there will always be some who will hold an alternative view to decisions made by Government.
“It’s a very tough time for any leader anywhere in the world because you make certain decisions, some will like, some wouldn’t but we try to make ours based on a principle, information, your gut feeling and for me after you done pray, and as much guidance as you can get from others, but for sure guidance from God.”
Known to be a deeply religious leader who is never hesitant or ashamed to profess his faith, Premier Fahie said the measures taken in the VI have ensured a high rate of protection of its people.
The VI has only recorded 6 confirmed cases of COVID-19.
“I always tell them to God be the glory for that because we can only do certain things but no one knows what will happen with COVID-19 because no one has a playbook for COVID-19.”
“Most persons are complying”
He said he was heartened by the adaptability of the Virgin Islands people.
“But the people have a general sense of appreciation. They know what we are trying to accomplish…
“Most persons now are wearing masks, most persons are complying. I am very encouraged by persons in general, for the majority, has adapted to what needs to be done to balance our rebooting of our economy with making sure we stay safe.
The Leader of Government Business also expressed appreciation to the business sector, which he said had to comply with stringent health and safety measures before being allowed to operate since the curfew was partially lifted on Monday, April 27, 2020.
“The businesses also feel a pinch, all around the world, but I have to thank the [VI] businesses because they had to do a lot of adjustments in the first instance.”
‘Stay in prayer’ Bermuda
Asked what advice he would you give to Bermuda during this pandemic,” Premier Fahie said: “Stay in prayer as there is nothing impossible for God, but also prayer with works cannot make it, so continue to do what is necessary to save lives.”
Honourable Fahie also said it was important to prioritise safety.
“If you are not alive you can’t spend the money and if you want to spend the money and ignore your safety then you will spend the money but be dead. I have never seen an economy rebooted from a dead person.”
The Premier emphasised that safety is first but there is a delicate balance because financing is also needed for the economy to get moving.
“I never get involved in advising Governments in other countries, I just want to support them because being a leader right now is a difficult task,” Premier Fahie added.
14 Responses to “‘I am very encouraged’- Premier on public’s response to COVID-19 measures”
Knew died ppl not realizing that
The devil imitates God.
This is the new world new norm Until Jesus returns to put an end to Lucifer and his followers and put them in a lake of fire.
They already talking bout November second wave and new strain of this covid 19 that will be more deadly just in time for the bill gates vaccine with chip as for centuries we know when we were vaccinated even b4 computers but all of a sudden we must be chipped to know if we had d virus and or was vaccinated for it.
F$&@ Bill and his chip vaccine.
He started with Microsoft then making virus forcing u to buy antivirus software
He stop and study why not make a virus for humans and force antivirus vaccine
The former premier was hiding from the people.
we vote them out and put you their for good reasons