There has been mixed reactions from some residents within the mainland of Tortola after the news broke of the former Minister for Education Mr. Myron Walwyn being arrested and charged with Breach of Trust by a Public Officer. While some residents expressed that they were shocked to hear the news, others said they expected a … Continued
Following his arrest and subsequent charge of Breach of Trust by a public official, Former Education Minister Myron Walwyn has expressed concern that despite his full intention to fight the allegations against him, the conditions of indemnity granted to Commissioner Sir Gary Hickinbottom for the COI report hinder him from taking certain civil action. “As a … Continued
The Ministry of Communications and Works anticipates the completion of the Market Square within the first quarter of 2023. The reveal was made by Deputy Premier, Minister for Communication and Works Honourable Kye Rymer while he addressed the House of Assembly recently. He said, “The Ministry of Communications and Works commenced in earnest the works … Continued
An additional eleven British Overseas Territories have been added to Russia’s “Unfriendly Countries List”. A release from the country’s cabinet identified the affected territories as Bermuna, British Antarctic Territory, British Indian Ocean Territory the, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Montserrat, Pitcairn Islands, St. Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha Islands, South Georgia and the South Sandwich … Continued
Full statement by Myron V Walwyn on his arrest. Earlier today I was arrested and charged for Breach of Trust by a public official in relation to the Elmore Stoutt High School Wall Project. While I have privately and publicly professed my commitment to good governance, I have also reinforced this fact with my willingness … Continued
The reemergence of Ebola and the continuous presence of COVID and Monkey Pox were highlighted by health officials during the recent International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW) ceremony that was held at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital. Some of the speakers at the ceremony which was held on 18th October 2022 were Chief Medical Officer … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has made another breakthrough in their fight against ridding the territory of illegal firearms after arresting and charging a 27-year-old Long Bush male recently. This was confirmed by the RVIPF on Tuesday, November 1, as they identified the male as Kamaul Nibbs who was charged with possession of a … Continued
On Saturday evening, among the Territory’s leading business executives, members of Government, and visiting regional guests, CCT’s Chief Executive Officer, Averad Penn, was awarded the BVI Investment Club’s (BVIIC) Corporate Leadership Award. The award was given during the BVIIC’s 30th Anniversary Black Tie Dinner. The award acknowledges and celebrates exemplary leadership that has a significant … Continued
Public Officers at the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Ministry of Natural Resources and Labour and the Premier’s Office have been trained on the central fisheries GIS database that is being developed for handover to the Government of the Virgin Islands. The training and wider marine governance discussions was conducted from October 24 to 28 … Continued
Earl Hazel Jr. of Wes Indie Film dominated the BVI Film Commission’s 30/30 Major Milestone Film Competition, after winning seven of the nine awards of the night. For his short film entitled ‘The Filmmaker’s Dilemma’, Hazel won Best Director, Best Soundtrack, Best Editing, Best Acting, Best Screenplay, the Neil Blyden Memorial Award for Best Cinematography … Continued
