In a Government Information Services release, Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon. Andrew A. Fahie announced that over 3000 participants have registered for the Gold Seal Certification Training. Premier Fahie said during a Live Update on Phase II Reopening of the Territory’s Borders that the Gold Seal COVID-19 Training has a total of 3,278 registered … Continued
In a government information services release, Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon. Andrew A. Fahie has announced the activation of a BVI Reopening Steering Group to address the concerns of the public on Phase III of the Territory’s reopening in a timely manner. Premier Fahie said that the committee has already met to set the … Continued
GIS Approximately twenty-five veterans and supporters gathered for a brief ceremony at Government House today to mark Armistice Day in the Territory. Veterans from different branches of the United Kingdom, Canada and United States armed forces attended the brief ceremony presided over by His Excellency the Governor, Augustus J. U. Jaspert. Governor Jaspert said that … Continued
In a Government Information Services release, Premier and Minister of Finance, Honourable Andrew A. Fahie has said that a mobile application and a monitoring bracelet will be used to complement the science to assist in the reopening of the Territory in a safe manner. The Premier said, “While we want to ensure that our processes … Continued
GIS – Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Carvin Malone has announced Cabinet’s decision to require certified RT-PCR Testing at various intervals and sites for all arriving travelers to the Territory. Health Minister Malone stated that this is part of the Phase Three Testing Protocols which will manage the risk of COVID-19 transmission while … Continued
In a Government Information Services release, it was announced that the Virgin Islands Youth Parliament (VIYP) now has its full cohort of members following the administering of the Oath of Affirmation to three youth parliamentarians who were absent at the official launch in October. Speaker of the House of Assembly Honourable Julian Willock said that … Continued
Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley, has emphasised the economic benefits of embracing Virgin Islands’ culture, adding that it will provide a livelihood to the Territory’s cultural artisans. Honorable Wheatley while speaking at the opening ceremony for Culture & Tourism Month 2020 said … Continued
Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley has said that the organisation of sports in the Territory is expected to be revolutionised with the introduction of the Virgin Islands National Sports Council Bill to the House of Assembly. Honourable Wheatley said, “There will be … Continued
GIS Premier and Minister of Finance, Honourable Andrew A. Fahie will present the Government’s annual Financial Statement, or Budget Address on Thursday, November 12 under the theme: INNOVATION: Building a stable, diverse, competitive economy with strong industries and partnerships for regional and international trade, by building and harnessing the creative capacity of our human capital. … Continued
A few moments ago, Police Commissioner, Mr. Michael Matthews and The Governor of the Virgin Islands, Augustus J. U. Jaspert, in a joint press conference divulged the details of a major drug bust. On Friday 6th November 2020, The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) conducted a covert operation due to a search warrant. The … Continued
