The Government of the Virgin Islands has approved a full subsidy of electricity fuel surcharges for all domestic consumers for the month of December 2025, providing financial relief to households across the Territory. The decision was made during the Cabinet meeting held on 17 December 2025, chaired by the Acting Governor, David Archer Jr. Cabinet … Continued
The public is advised that construction works under the recently signed contract for the nine-mile road paving project from West End to Road Town are set to begin on Monday, 17 January. The initial phase of the project will take place in the areas of Coxheath and the Bluff and will involve approximately 4,000 linear … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands, in collaboration with the BVI Christian Council, will host an Interdenominational Service on Sunday, January 18 2026, as the Territory comes together in prayer, worship, and reflection at the start of the new year. According to a statement from the office of the premier,the service will be held at … Continued
The year 2026 is expected to be an active one for legislators as they move to debate and pass several key bills aligned with the pillars of the National Sustainable Development Plan (NSDP) framework, including the economy, infrastructure, health and wellness, and education. Governor Daniel Pruce outlined the Government’s legislative priorities during his Throne Speech … Continued
The 2026 law year officially opened in the territory Monday morning during a ceremonial sitting at the High Court and church service at Shekinah House of Prayer, Church of God Prophecy in Huntums Ghut. The law year is being observed under the theme, the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, ‘Justice that endures, anchored in independence, strengthened … Continued
The public is advised that the road leading into Brady Ghut from Nottingham Estate will be temporarily closed to through traffic to facilitate excavation works as part of ongoing road rehabilitation and reinstatement efforts. Officials said signage will be erected at both entrances to the affected roadway to alert motorists and pedestrians of the closure. … Continued
A U.S. government trade report has formally raised concerns that recent changes to the British Virgin Islands’ vessel licensing laws are harming the U.S. Virgin Islands economy, escalating a cross-border dispute that has now reached the White House, Congress, and multiple federal agencies. The Sixteenth Report to Congress on the Operation of the Caribbean Basin … Continued
Director of Communications Karia Christopher, who passed away suddenly on December 5, 2025, was laid to rest on Saturday as family, friends, colleagues, and well-wishers gathered to celebrate her life and outstanding contribution to public service and the wider Virgin Islands community. The funeral service was marked by heartfelt tributes, reflecting the profound impact Christopher … Continued
Plans to improve pedestrian infrastructure in Road Town are taking shape as efforts intensify to launch the Road Town Partnership Project. On Friday, members of the Road Town Partnership Board joined key public sector stakeholders for a walk-through and site visit to examine proposed sidewalk upgrade designs along DeCastro Street, Norman Fowler Drive, and Nibbs … Continued
The Board of Governors of the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) has formally approved the Council’s existing Disaster and Business Recovery Protocol, aimed at ensuring the continuity of examinations in the aftermath of natural disasters. The announcement was made on Wednesday during a press conference at the Overseas Examinations Commission (OEC) in Kingston by CXC Registrar … Continued
