The Bermuda Bicycle Association (BBA) has taken a significant step toward elevating the standard of local competition after two of its most prominent figures secured internationally recognised safety qualifications.
Peter Dunne, President of the BBA, and Debbie Titterton Narraway, a member of the Executive Committee, have both successfully completed the UCI Event Safety Manager Programme and examination. The certifications, awarded on Tuesday, February 10th, 2026, come from the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) and the UCI World Cycling Centre.
Both Dunne and Narraway are active race directors and officials, and this new qualification is now mandatory for any nation hosting UCI-level events. The knowledge gained will be applied directly to Bermuda’s most prestigious races, including the National Road Championships, the Individual Time Trial, and the National Mountain Bike Championships.
The certification also covers the island's high-profile holiday tradition, the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race, as well as the President’s Cup. For these events, the new safety standards will require more structured planning, formal risk assessments, and closer coordination with emergency services.
Despite the move toward international compliance for major events, the BBA remains committed to protecting the "volunteer-driven culture" of local grassroots racing. The association noted that regular community-led road and mountain bike races are not expected to operate with the same level of formality as national championships.
Instead, the BBA plans to use this new expertise to:
Review recurring safety themes throughout the season
Offer guidance to volunteer organizers
Identify practical improvements that reduce risk without adding unnecessary complexity
“In Bermuda, cycling happens on narrow roads and shared spaces, and we rely heavily on volunteers to make racing possible,” said Peter Dunne. “This certification helps us apply the right level of safety planning to the right events. It supports our volunteers and strengthens our racing culture while keeping events accessible and community-driven.”
By meeting these international obligations, the BBA ensures Bermuda remains eligible for major global cycling events while continuing to foster its unique, local racing heritage.
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