Hon. E. Jay Saunders invited to participate in Bermuda Parliament Post-Election Seminar

The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association UK (CPA UK), in partnership with the Parliament of Bermuda, has invited Hon. E. Jay Saunders, Minister of Innovation, Technology and Energy, to participate in Bermuda’s Post-Election Seminar (26–28 January 2026) — a three-day programme designed to strengthen parliamentary practice, scrutiny and effective representation following Bermuda’s recent General Election.

Hon. E. Jay Saunders

Hon. Saunders will deliver opening remarks at the official Opening Ceremony and will give presentations during several high-profile sessions including: Comparing Parliamentary Systems; Ethics, Behaviour and Standards in Parliament; Cross-Party Collaboration; Exploring the use of AI and technology in Parliaments; The Role and Remit of Scrutiny Committees; and Outreach & Engagement with the Public.

The programme will bring together parliamentarians and parliamentary officials from across the Overseas Territories and beyond, including representatives from the UK Parliament, Isle of Man, the States Assembly of Jersey, and the Anguilla House of Assembly, enabling participants to exchange best practice and deepen practical skills in parliamentary procedure and oversight.

Notably, Hon. Saunders has been asked to chair the session on Cross-Party Collaboration, which will look at the times “…when cross-party cooperation can be valuable in different areas of parliamentary work.”

Hon. Saunders stated that the: “CPA UK’s Post-Election Seminars are practical, solutions-focused programmes that help legislatures sharpen the fundamentals while also preparing for the future, including the responsible use of AI. I am honoured to support the Parliament of Bermuda at their invitation, and I look forward to sharing lessons from the Turks and Caicos Islands and learning from colleagues across the Overseas Territories and the wider Commonwealth.”

He further added, “My participation reflects my continued interest and commitment to improving legislature effectiveness and good governance — not just through good intentions, but through better systems, effective oversight, and better outcomes for the people we serve.”