2022 MARKS 100 YEARS OF HEALTH SERVICES IN THE VI

Among important observations in the territory, the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has noted that in December 2022 the territory observes the 100 year anniversary of the establishment of health services in the BVI. BVIHSA’s Chairman Moleto Smith spoke of the commemoration during a recent press conference. “In 1922 health services had been initiated as … Continued

VI RESIDENTS URGED TO TAP INTO “TOURISM PIE”

With the anticipation of an influx of tourist arrivals coinciding with the commencement of direct flights between Miami and Tortola via American Airlines on June 1, 2023, Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio Wheatley is urging Virgin Islanders to do their part to help the territory reap the maximum benefits of the new opportunity. One of … Continued

MOU WITH CARICOM AND PRECLEARANCE TALKS TO STREAMLINE TRAVELLERS EXPERIENCE

The immigration process at the Terrance B Lettsome International Airport will soon be streamlined to make the travelling experience seamless for all inbound and outbound travellers. Premier and Minister for Tourism Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley made the announcement during a recent press conference, where he revealed that his government will soon be signing a … Continued

NETWORK OF CARIBBEAN CHAMBERS (CARICHAM) MEETING IN GRENADA

The Network of Caribbean Chambers of Commerce (CARICHAM) held a very successful three-day face-to-face meeting in Grenada hosted by the Grenada Chamber of Industry and Commerce with support from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) and the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction. The meeting was held from November 21 – 23 2022. The first … Continued

VG MAN DIES IN STABBING INCIDENT

This evening Saturday December 3rd, 2022 a male on Virgin Gorda has died following a stabbing incident.  In an official statement police stated, “The RVIPF can confirm that a male has succumbed to injuries following a stabbing incident on Virgin Gorda this evening. Investigations into the incident are active and ongoing therefore no other information … Continued

AA TO HAVE DIRECT FLIGHTS TO THE BVI FROM MIAMI

Commencing June 1 2023 the BVI will welcome daily flights onboard American Airlines, on a seasonal basis, creating a new bridge of consistent transport between the territory and the United States mainland. The announcement was made by Deputy Premier and Minister for Communication and Works the Honourable Kye Rymer on December 2. According to Rymer, … Continued

“WE MUST REMAIN AHEAD OF THE CURVE”- PREMIER ON GLOBAL ECONOMIC OUTLOOK

During his maiden budget presentation, Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio Wheatley took time to reflect on the global circumstances, which economies, including that of the BVI must brace for the effects of. To this end, the premier explored recent releases from institutions such as the World Bank, the World Economic Forum and the International Monetary … Continued

AA FLIGHTS TO THE BVI TO BE “AFFORDABLE” – ASSURES RYMER

The American Airlines direct flights to the British Virgin Islands from Miami are expected to be “affordable” with a seating capacity that will range from between 60-76 passengers. While not providing approximate figures to determine the extent of the affordability of tickets to the territory come next June, Deputy Premier and Minister for Communication and … Continued