Deputy Premier and Minister for Communication and Works, Honourable Kye Rymer has said that the newly constructed Post Office at Cane Garden Bay is a state of the art facility that was fully funded by the Government of the Virgin Islands. Honourable Rymer, while speaking at a ribbon cutting ceremony to officially open the post … Continued
Premier Dr. The Honourable Natalio Wheatley has lamented a lapse in communication between government statutory bodies and the general public, which he believes is a result of these bodies largely failing to respond to the queries and concerns of the public. The premier made these comments as he responded to a question of whether the … Continued
The month of September is internationally recognized as “World Alzheimer’s Month”, a period designated to raise awareness and break the stigmas surrounding Alzheimer’s and Dementia. This year’s observation is under the theme “Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer’s”, the same as last year but with a special focus on post-diagnosis support this time around. Minister for Health … Continued
Noting that women make up a majority of the world’s population, Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley said that it would be a great loss to miss out on the skills and education of this area of the population. Premier Wheatley made the comment on Thursday, while taking part in a seven-member panel that is … Continued
A Purcell Estate man has been charged for the stabbing incident which occurred on Wednesday morning that left one male with several puncture wounds about his body. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force confirmed the charges in a media release, which identified the man charged as 33-year-old Selroy Hanley. According to the release, officers of … Continued
The National Unity Government is seeking to have the Miami-based BVI Ports Authority LLC (Limited Liability Company) dissolved with plans of reestablishing another company to maintain the office space. This is according to the Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley who made the comment in response to questions posed by the … Continued
A man and a woman have been charged with firearm and drug possession offences following a late night operation by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF)on Tuesday. The RVIPF gave the confirmation in a media release today, stating that two were apprehended after a routine search of the rental vehicle the couple was in … Continued
British Overseas Territories, inclusive of the British Virgin Islands, have little appetite for greater political independence. This is one of the conclusions which has emerged from research being conducted by Territorial At Large Representative Carvin Malone surrounding the “One BVI Agenda”. Though some may disagree with the statement, and themselves believe that the territory has … Continued
Tributes and condolences took centre stage ahead of discussions at Tuesday’s sitting of the House of Assembly (HOA), as representatives from both sides reflected on the passing of the late Emmett Caines, while offering support to his wife, Junior Minister for Tourism Honourable Alvera Maduro Caines. Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley said he spoke … Continued
This week, educators from across the territory are participating in a series of activities and discussions organised by the Ministry of Education in recognition of Professional Development Day. The week began with the annual Professional Development Day Conference during which the teachers were reminded of the importance of the work that they do, and the … Continued
