Issues surrounding Constitutional Review Commission membership and the Register of Interests Bill were highlighted as specific areas of concern by His Excellency Governor John Rankin as he told of the impact that political culture has had on the process of implementing the Commission of Inquiry Report’s recommendations. Governor Rankin said that despite being generally pleased … Continued
Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Marlon Penn has reaffirmed his commitment to bettering the situation at His Majesty’s Prison amid continued security concerns and reports of violence, among inmates and against staff. Penn said with the assistance of the United Kingdom, the government has been able to begin necessary interventions. “From time to … Continued
Another primary school in the territory has been forced to close following reports of numerous students falling ill. This was confirmed in a memorandum issued by the Chief Education Officer Dr. Connie George which revealed that the Alexandrina Maduro Primary School will be closed from today Thursday, October 6. According to the document, the closure … Continued
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Labour has continued work on The Long Bay, Beef Island Beach Management Plan since it was initially introduced to the public for feedback earlier this year. The development of the Long Bay, Beef Island Beach Management Plan is being done in a phased manner. The process began with a … Continued
As the Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) remains steadfast in its quest to deliver four new buildings on the main Elmore Stoutt High School campus, a contract was signed to execute demolition works at the old CTL Building. The RDA in conjunction with the Government of the Virgin Islands has signed the contract for demolition … Continued
Despite expressing that he is pleased with the overall engagement and partnership shown by the Government of National Unity towards the implementation of the Commission of Inquiry Report Recommendations, Governor John Rankin has noted several instances of disappointment in some key areas. The governor made the disclosure in a statement where he revealed his first … Continued
While discussions surrounding the territory’s uncertain political future continue, Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Marlon Penn says he for one, has no interest in entertaining the rhetoric on his place in the matter. During a guest appearance on Tola Radio, Penn was urged to break his silence on recent statements made by talk … Continued
Miss Junior BVI 2022 Angelique Lettsome in collaboration with the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) Student Government Association, hosted an awareness chat about dementia for students in St. Thomas. The event, which was designed to increase their knowledge about dementia, was led by founding Director of the Virgin Islands Alzheimer’s Association Ms. Edna Williams. … Continued
Collaborating with regional and international partners, improving data collection, making data-driven investments, and implementing structured farm programmes are just a few keys to improving the agricultural sector. This statement is according to Permanent Secretary (PS) in the Premier’s Office, Mrs. Carolyn Stoutt Igwe whose portfolio includes agriculture and fishing. The Permanent Secretary and Director of … Continued
It’s a new day for tourism in the Virgin Islands as the newly appointed Board members of the Tourist Board met for their first meeting in an official orientation on Monday, October 3. Members of the new Board were chosen through an application process where they were interviewed and later recommended and appointed by Cabinet. … Continued
