The British Virgin Islands has expressed interest in becoming a full Member State of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). Premier of the Virgin Islands Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley made the announcement during a recent press conference, stating that his government will be seeking a Letter of Entrustment from the British Government to commence the process. … Continued
With over 40 percent of the BVI population ages 25 to 64 considered obese, the Ministry of Health is calling for immediate attention and collective action to address the growing issue. The call came from the Minister of Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent Wheatley, during World Obesity Day on Monday, March 4 which was … Continued
The semi-final round of the Ministry of Education’s annual Inter-Secondary School Debates concluded after a face-off between three winners and the losing team with the most points from the preliminary round. The first debate saw the proposition team of the Bregado Flax Educational Centre Secondary (BFEC) debating the opposing team from St. Georges Secondary School … Continued
Mr. Mervin Hastings has been appointed Acting Labour Commissioner in the Department of Labour and Workforce Development. Mr. Hastings’ appointment follows the retirement of former Labour Commissioner, Ms. Michelle Mclean and is effective March 1, 2024 for a period of two months, or until the vacancy is filled. Mrs McLean has spent 12 years at … Continued
One Hundred and Forty-Three (143) teachers from across the Territory have completed the three-day Public Service 101 course, a key offering from the Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute. The educators gathered at the Eileene L. Parsons Auditorium from February 14 to 16, and engaged in presentations tailored to their work in the education sector. … Continued
In the wake of a targeted operation executed by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) on Friday, March 1, three individuals have been charged in connection with the discovery of firearms, ammunition, and drugs in Purcell Estate, Tortola. They are Seantroy Hanley, 36, Jahkeema Charles, 32, and Quentin Noel, 19. Hanley and Charles, both … Continued
Tonight 3 lovely contestants will take the stage at the Jeffery Caines Sports Arena for a chance at the title of “Miss Teen Virgin Gorda Easter Festival 2024”. 284 Media is in the building and will be bringing you the highlights all night long! We recently spoke with the contestants at the scenic Top of … Continued
In a targeted operation on Friday, March 1, officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) executed a successful search in the vicinity of the basketball court in Purcell Estate, Tortola which resulted in the seizure of guns, ammunition and drugs. The RVIPF confirmed that during the search, law enforcement officials discovered two firearms, … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has publicly acknowledged the receipt of a report, made after 2 pm on Friday, March 1, seeking assistance at the Elmore Stoutt High School Campus. Responding to the call, officers promptly arrived at the scene and initiated inquiries. The nature of the incident was not disclosed in the … Continued
In a bid to enhance transparency and accountability within the British Virgin Islands, the Constitutional Review Commission has put forward crucial recommendations, urging the implementation of freedom of information provisions through dedicated legislation. The Commission in its recently published report noted that the issue relating to the absence of freedom of information legislation was underscored … Continued
