The Government’s credit rating has been listed as Stable by the Caribbean Information and Credit Rating Services Limited (CariCRIS), however external factors could become an issue. CariCRIS reaffirmed its investment-grade issuer credit ratings of CariAA- (Foreign Currency) and CariAA- (Local Currency). These ratings, assigned on the regional scale, indicate a high level of creditworthiness relative … Continued
With cancer illnesses and related deaths in the territory, the financial burden is too much on some families. And building on the success of the 2025 Walk for the Cure, which raised a record-breaking $75,000 for the BVI Cancer Society, the Walk for the Cure Committee has announced Toast to the Cure. This new fundraising … Continued
The Department of Trade Investment Promotion and Consumer Affairs has announced that it will relocate its offices to the Ward Building on James Walter Francis Drive in Road Town. According to the department, the move will officially take effect on Monday, May 18, 2026, after which operations will cease at its current location. Officials are … Continued
Law enforcement officers throughout the Public Service have strengthened their response capacity with the successful completion of the Emergency Care and Treatment (ECAT) Advanced First Aid Training Course, facilitated by the Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute (VIPSLI) as part of an ongoing training programme for law enforcement and border control agencies. The training, held … Continued
After more than 8 years the Consumer Protection Bill is again before the House of Assembly. The Consumer Protection Bill, 2026 was introduced to the House last week by Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley for its first reading. This bill goes back to 2018 when then Junior Minister for Trade Marlon Penn told the House of … Continued
The Social Development Department is advising the public of the current operational status of Community Centres throughout the Territory and reminding persons of the procedures required to book and utilise these facilities. The following Community Centres are currently open and available for use: The Department is also informing the public that all persons wishing to … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) is ensuring it aligns its’ target markets. To this end, the Board has established a Marketing Advisory Panel (MAP) to support destination marketing alignment and strengthen collaboration across the tourism industry. The panel brings together a cross-section of leaders from the tourism industry to align … Continued
Road rehabilitation and improvement projects, which is one of the Ministry of Communications and Works Top Priority Projects, is progressing in the Sea Cows Bay area. The work is intended to improve roadway safety and longevity, upgrade underground utilities and reduce future maintenance disruptions. Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye Rymer empathised with motorists … Continued
The Ministry of Health and Social Development, in collaboration with His Majesty’s Prison, has commenced a series of Gender and Human Rights sessions aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of fundamental rights and responsibilities among inmates. The first session, titled “Your Rights. Your Strength: Knowing and Understanding Human Rights,” engaged eleven male inmates in a highly interactive … Continued
