among the people of the Territory of the possibilities open to them in the exercise of their right to self-determination and independence in accordance with the principles of the Charter of the United Nations and the Declaration. (5) The Special Committee notes that, following the general elections of 1989 during which the ruling United Bermuda Party retained power in the House of Assembly despite the loss of eight seats, its leader, the Prime Minister, stated that the question of independence was no longer a ma^or issue because the majority of the people did not seem to want independence at present. The Committee also notes that the leader of the largest opposition party, the Progressive Labour Party, considers that independence would help to unify the people of Bermuda. In this connection, the Committee notes that the Governor of Bermuda stated that the Government of Bermuda recognised that it had a responsibility to obtain pertinent information on the question of independence should circumstances change. (8) The Special Committee reaffirms its strong conviction that the presence of military bases and installations in the Territory could constitute a ma^or obstacle to the implementation of the Declaration and that it is the responsibility of the administering Power to ensure that the existence of such bases and installations does not hinder the population of the Territory from exercising its right to self-determination and independence in conformity with the purposes and principles of the Charter. (7) The Special Committee urges the administering Power to continue to take all necessary measures not to involve Bermuda in any offensive acts or interference against other States and to comply fully with the purposes and principles of the Charter, the Declaration and the resolutions and decisions of the General Assembly relating to military activities and arrangements by 
**Analysis**
This text appears to be discussing the political situation and international relations of Bermuda, specifically the right to self-determination and independence. It mentions the presence of military bases and installations, which could be a obstacle to this right. The text also quotes statements from political leaders and the Governor of Bermuda, indicating that the discussion is focused on the political and international aspects of the situation.

**Category**
International relations, Humanitarian aid and relief