Officials from the Ministry of Tourism recently met with representatives of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission to progress a unified Eastern Caribbean tourism policy. The meetings were held January 15-20 and included Team Leader and Tourism Technical Specialist Maria Fowell and supporting consultant and Tourism Policy and Development Advisor Dr. Jennifer Edwards. … Continued
The Major Incident Team of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has made a significant breakthrough in the murder case involving then-26-year-old Azim Yonnas, who lost his life on September 3rd, 2023, in the Long Bush area. Police said after an exhaustive investigation spanning just over three months, one person has been arrested for … Continued
The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has decided to amend the Integrity in Public Life Act (No. 43 of 2021) in several ways to strengthen the Integrity Commission. The amendments will expand the Commission’s powers per recommendations from an independent review by Mr. Denniston Fraser. This includes making inquiries and declarations, examining public body practices … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) proudly celebrated local maritime excellence on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, by hosting female Captains Jonese Samuel, D’Andra Lewis, and Rochelle Lawrence aboard the Celebrity Ascent cruise ship. According to the BVIPA, the initiative was aimed at honouring the achievements of the three accomplished female captains while fostering cross-cultural … Continued
Virgin Gorda (VG) United made a resounding statement in their return from the Christmas break, reclaiming the top spot in the BVI Football Association’s National League with a convincing 5-0 victory over Panthers FC. The win, which saw them leapfrog Wolues FC, came as a welcome boost after the team had been deducted points pre-Christmas. … Continued
Questions raised by Opposition Leader Honourable Ronnie Skelton during the recently concluded Standing Finance Committee have revealed that the territory’s last completed audited financial statement was in 2016. Financial Secretary (FS) Jeremiah Frett made the disclosure in response to Skelton which prompted the Territorial Representative to further press about the other financial assessments that were … Continued
The British Virgin Islands experienced a significant increase in tourism arrivals in 2023, with a total of 994,253 visitors marking a 90% increase compared to 2022. The month of March was the most popular, attracting 138,472 visitors across all categories. Cruise Ship Visitors The majority of tourists arrived via cruise ships, with a total of … Continued
Following the notable absence of all of the elected House of Assembly Members at the farewell ceremony for former Governor John Rankin on Thursday, questions were raised as to whether it was a unified effort of the officials to boycott the ceremony following Rankin’s latest request for the position of Governor to have more powers. … Continued
The H Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) will be launching a new satellite campus on Jost Van Dyke soon. The Jost Van Dyke campus will be located at the island’s newly constructed primary school. Education Minister Sharie de Castro announced this new development during the JVD Primary School’s opening ceremony. She said the campus will … Continued
Recent testimony by the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) during the Deliberations of the Standing Finance Committee provided insights into how things are proceeding with the Trellis Bay Welcome Centre project. The RDA is developing the multi-phase initiative alongside the BVI Tourist Board. Phase One entails constructing the Welcome Center facility itself. According … Continued
