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As the proposed December 1st re-entry date quickly approaches, many persons within the BVI and abroad are anxious in the absence of the highly requested re-entry protocols that were scheduled to be rolled out by the Government of the Virgin Islands. By the proposed December 1st date, the BVI borders would have been closed for … Continued

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force is recording a disturbing rise in the number of serious assaults this past week, two of which were perpetrated against security officers by persons trying to enter premises without face masks. Security at two establishments, a nightclub in Long Bush and the other at a supermarket in East End, … Continued

At a recent Community Meeting held on Jost Van Dyke Tortola BVI, when asked about whether or not residents and businesses will be able to host and celebrate the annual Old Year’s Night events. Leader of Government business and Minister of Finance, Hon. Andrew A Fahie when pressed on a response said that it will … Continued

Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly, Hon. Neville Smith popularly referred to as “Sheep” made an appeal to residents of Jost Van Dyke at a recent community Meeting, pleading for respect from residents in a group chats, while calling for unity. When given the opportunity to speak, along with all other ministers, the Deputy … Continued

In trying to provide realistic game time for the U15 and U17 players in the BVI and as part of its ongoing Talent BVI Elite Football Programme, the FA organized a series of matches between Virgin Gorda and Tortola based squads, on Saturday 24th October, 2020. The first leg of the games was played at … Continued

Some seaports across the BVI will reopen on December 8th, 2020 according to the Premier of the Virgin Islands, Honorable Andrew Fahie. The announcement was made today during Government’s meeting with the Jost Van Dyke Community. The question posed by a JVD resident stated “we are concerned that the opening with airport-only access will not … Continued

The Minister of Labor, Honorable Vincent Wheatley has stated that the October 31st temporary termination deadline will be extended to November 15th, 2020 to benefit employers and employee across the BVI. The question was posed by a concerned resident of Jost Van Dyke during today’s community meeting hosted by the Government of the Virgin Islands. … Continued

The BVI Tourist Board invites all school-aged children to show off their creativity skills by participating in its first BVILOVE Poetry Contest.  The contest challenges students to artistically show their love and appreciation for the BVI.  The aim of the contest is to inspire student writers and aspiring poets to express themselves through poetry while … Continued