The Minister for the Americas, the Caribbean, and United Kingdom (UK) Overseas Territories (OTs), David Rutley MP has issued a stern warning to the British Virgin Islands (BVI) Government, stating that the UK will not hesitate to take further action if the implementation of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) Recommendations continue to lag. The OTs … Continued
Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley has voiced his support for rehabilitation initiatives at His Majesty’s Prison. Honourable Wheatley during a visit to the prison on February 1, along with Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly and Territorial-at-Large Representative Honourable Stacey Mather emphasised the role of rehabilitation and successful reintegration … Continued
As part of the Government of the Virgin Islands’ commitment to effectively manage the presence of sargassum seaweed in the territory, it will be purchasing a sargassum boom to be installed in the surrounding waters at Handsome Bay, Virgin Gorda. Sargassum booms are generally used as one of the strategies to minimize the amount of … Continued
The 2024 Virgin Islands Volleyball Association (VIVA) Power League season got off to an action-packed start last weekend with a total of six games played between Saturday and Sunday. On the opening night, the first game in the Women’s B Division saw Lady Hawks coming from a set down to take the game 22-25, 25-22, … Continued
In a thrilling weekend of National League football, Virgin Gorda (VG) United asserted their dominance with a resounding 7-0 victory over Lion Heart FC to extend their lead at the top of the standings to 22 points. The unbeaten VG United showcased their prowess as they dismantled Lion Heart FC at the Greenland Football Stadium … Continued
The Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre Apprenticeship Programme will be expanding to involve more local businesses following the success of the programme. Principal of the Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre, Madgaline Allister made the announcement during a recent Government Information Services (GIS) featured programme, as she informed the public on the progress of the apprenticeship … Continued
Denet Callwood of Jost Van Dyke has been recognized as Sister Islander of the Quarter for his dedication and service to the JVD community. In an article highlighting Callwood in the Sister Islands Newsletter, he is described as a kind-hearted and extremely helpful individual who never hesitates to assist those in need on Jost Van … Continued
Two school zones across the Virgin Island have received much needed solar powered signs. In an effort to increase safety, the Public Works Department recently installed solar radar school zone signs at the Willard Wheatley Primary and the Ivan Dawson Primary Schools. Director of the Public Works Department (PWD), Mr. Jeremy Hodge said the safety … Continued
Heads of government departments across the Virgin Islands public service recently came together for the first Heads of Departments meeting of 2024. The meeting served as an opportunity for top public sector officials to align on priorities and cast the vision for their respective ministries this year. There was also discussion around the overarching strategic … Continued
Premier Hon. Dr. Natalio Wheatley recently provided an update on plans to trigger the Territory’s first referendum to decide on the issue of Same-Sex Marriage in the Virgin Islands. Wheatley at the time was responding to a question posed by Deputy Speaker Hon. Stacy Mather during a sitting of the House of Assembly. He explained … Continued
