The British Virgin Islands’ (BVI’s) positive role in the global economy has been underscored in a new independent report launched today: ‘Beyond globalisation: The British Virgin Islands contribution to global prosperity in an uncertain world’ . The report, based on quantitative and qualitative research of firms operating in the BVI1, shows that the BVI is … Continued
Monday, May 8 and Friday, June 16 have been declared public holidays. His Excellency the Governor Mr. John James Rankin, CMG made the proclamation that on May 8 this year, the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III will be observed; while June 16 will be designated as the Sovereign’s Birthday, replacing the previously issued … Continued
The public is advised that the Revised Voters’ List for 2023 has been published. Supervisor of Elections Ms. Scherrie Griffin said in accordance with Section 23 (1) of the Elections Act, 1994 and Amendments, the list shall be available to view during the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. Ms. Griffin said, “The … Continued
At Large Candidate Mrs. Lorna Smith OBE says she is “deeply saddened” by the way members of the community “have become so petty and destructive” with politics. Smith spoke in a social media post to local forum “The REAL BVI Community Board”. “In addition to my genuine concern for the troubling state of affairs of … Continued
Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio Wheatley has labelled his comments about political opponents as “nothing personal”, while admitting that his behaviour on the campaign trail may have ruffled a few feathers in recent weeks. Wheatley spoke at the Official Launch of the Virgin Islands Party’s 9th District Representative Vincent Wheatley’s Re-election Campaign. The Premier’s statements … Continued
Representative for the 9th District Hon. Vincent Wheatey has dedicated the launch of his re-election campaign to his late mother Mrs. Esme Wheatley, who passed away in February. Wheatley, at his campaign launch on Virgin Gorda this past weekend, said that with this campaign he hopes to honour his mother’s memory and run a clean … Continued
In a recent declaration to the people of the Virgin Islands, local attorney Daniel Robert F. Davies has made his declaration to seek a seat in the upcoming April 24th general elections. INSERT CLIP 1 The statement read, “After much thought, I, Daniel Robert F. Davies, have decided to enter into this race as an … Continued
If the BVI does not swiftly address the current sewage crisis across the impacted districts, it will likely result in a cholera outbreak occurring in the territory. This is the view of the former Director of the Water and Sewage Department Mrs. Perline Scatliffe-Leonard who addressed the subject following questions raised on 284Media’s Just for … Continued
Third District candidate Aaron Parillion has promised his constituents that if elected he will implement a community-funded assistance programme to benefit the vulnerable within his district. Parillion who will be contesting the upcoming general election under the National Democratic Party was speaking during the official launch of his campaign. Parillion said now is the time for … Continued
Forty-five (45) persons have been trained for the Registration Apprenticeship Training Employment and Development (RATED) programme designed to foster competitiveness in the labour market and to promote career development. Acting Permanent Secretary in the Premier’s Office Mrs. Elvia Smith-Maduro stated that the training was facilitated by the Premier’s Office across multiple sectors and industries to … Continued
