TRC gears up for major regional meeting at Peter Island Resort

The impact of emerging technologies on tourism driven economies will be one of the areas to be discussed when Information, technology and media regulators from the region meet here next week for the International Institute of Communications IIC Caribbean Chapter meeting. The two-day meeting which will be hosted by the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission – TRC … Continued

Ministry of Health’s Planning Day to inform multiyear strategic framework- Health minister wants meaningful results

Minister for Health and Social Development, Vincent Wheatley, emphasised the importance of translating strategy into meaningful results. Minister Wheatley’s remarks come on the heels of the Planning Day for his ministry. The session brought together senior leadership, programme managers and administrative staff in a collaborative forum designed to strengthen alignment between the Ministry’s long term … Continued

Government covers sewerage connection fees in Long Swamp until December

Government officials on Tuesday commissioned the Long Look Sewerage Pump Station, marking what leaders described as a long-awaited milestone for the community. The Long Look community and it’s surroundings celebrated a historic moment on Tuesday as the new sewerage pump station was officially commissioned, bringing modern wastewater infrastructure to an area that had waited years … Continued

Resident voice safety concerns over Transitional Centre

Residents have raised concerns about safety following plans to construct a transitional centre in their community to house persons in need. One community member expressed unease about the potential impact of the transitional centre facility on neighbourhood safety. Chief among her concerns was whether the centre would maintain 24-hour security and enforce strict management protocols … Continued

BVIHSA Announces Completion of AC Installation and cleaning at the Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic; Services to return this Week

Following air conditioning works and a cleaning process, the BVI Health Services will begin transitioning back into the Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic in Virgin Gorda today. Minister of Health and Social Development, Vincent Wheatley was optimistic about the move back to the Clinic last week however that did not materialize. While the Clinic is closed, … Continued

Census Delays Persist as Population Surges Toward 40,000, Director Tells Lawmakers

The Territory’s long-awaited national census remains incomplete after two years of fieldwork, with officials now relying on administrative records to finalise the data, even as preliminary findings suggest the population has surged by nearly 12,000 people since 2010. During the deliberations of the Standing Finance Committee on the 2026 Budget, Territorial Representative Honorable Stacy Mather … Continued

Premier announces community engagement initiative

Calling for unity and shared responsibility, the Premier announced the launch of a community engagement project aimed at inspiring residents to take an active role in strengthening their communities. A community engagement initiative is being rolled out as part of a broader effort to strengthen and uplift communities across the territory. The Premier said the … Continued

Resident calls for revival of softball and basketball – Premier highlights changing Sports Landscape

As the new Greenland Field enters its first phase of completion, the Premier acknowledged a noticeable shift in the territory’s sporting culture, noting that while softball was once a dominant and beloved pastime, football is steadily gaining greater acceptance among younger players.Speaking on the development, the Premier said the upgraded facility represents government’s commitment to … Continued

Government proposes environmental levy for cruise passengers

Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye Rymer has announced the Government’s intention to introduce an environmental levy on cruise passengers in the near future. At the time, Rymer was addressing a crowd gathered at the Cyril B Romney Tortola Pier Park for a ceremony honoring the facility’s 10 year anniversary on Monday February 16th, … Continued