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In a Government Information Services release it was announced that Veteran public officer and retired Deputy Governor Mrs. Rosalie Adams, OBE, has been appointed to lead the Police Service Commission. The Police Service Commission is responsible for advising the Governor on appointments to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, as well as disciplinary matters relating … Continued

The Commission of Inquiry (“the Commission”) was announced on 18 January 2021 to look into whether corruption, abuse of office or other serious dishonesty may have taken place amongst public, elected and statutory officials in recent years.  Secretary to the Commission Mr. Steven Chandler in an official press release stated that the Commissioner was sworn … Continued

This February, The Wellness Center Clinics in collaboration with Therapy Works and Journeys Health Spa collectively gives back a day of holistic wellness to the BVI community, through The “Love Yourself” Wellness Fair. The “Love Yourself” Wellness Fair will be held on Friday 12th February 2021 at the Cyril B. Romney Pier Park Lawn from … Continued

His Excellency the Governor Mr. John James Rankin, CMG was sworn in as 14th Governor of the Virgin Islands at a ceremony on Friday January, 29. Governor Rankin took the Oaths of Office and pledged to faithfully carry out his duties under the constitution, working in partnership with the Government of the Virgin Islands to … Continued

In a government information services release, the Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture, Dr. the Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley has paid tribute to his team in the ministry who he stated is made up of the most beautiful, hardworking and nicest persons across the Public Service. Hon. Wheatley said he feels incredibly … Continued

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Ballast Bay resident Shamori Callwood aka Savage who is wanted in connection with a number of firearm-related incidences. Callwood, 25, is being sought in connection to an automatic handgun which was seized early in January of this year. He is also wanted … Continued

Chairman of the Labor Arbitration Tribunal Mr. Jamal Smith said the tribunal now has an online presence on the Government of the Virgin Islands’ website and is more accessible to the public. Mr. Smith said the tribunal’s webpage is an integral part of meeting the constitutional mandate to provide access to information, while balancing transparency … Continued

Persons requiring a COVID-19 test for travel purposes are reminded to make an appointment three days prior to the confirmed date of travel. Medical Officer, Dr. Christine Harry said the BVI Health Services Authority has been having issues with people visiting the authority without appointments for COVID-19 tests and are demanding that results be available … Continued

The Commission of Inquiry team will not be solely stationed in the British Virgin Islands for the 6-month process that will allow for the investigation of malfeasance in Government and public service over recent years. The team will depart the territory on February 4th and intends to return by Easter, providing that there no Covid-induced … Continued