Searchlight Online The suspension preventing One Caribbean Airlines’ flights to the Virgin Islands has been lifted following the conclusion that there was no intent on the airline’s part to break COVID-19 protocols. Chief Executive Officer of the OCL Barbados Ltd/One Caribbean Ltd Airlines, Reginald Adams, told SEARCHLIGHT that he received a letter on the morning … Continued
Due to the recent rise in COVID-19 case in the Territory, all students will be returning to online learning for the rest of the year. This was confirmed by Minister of Education, Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, in a live press conference held this afternoon. He said “Therefore, we will return to online learning for … Continued
Today August, 25th 2020, staff of the BVI National Parks Trust received notice that they will not be paid during the recently announced curfew/silent lock down. The correspondence stated: “I am writing to you regarding the curfew/silent lock down that has been imposed by the Government last night. As NPT is not on the … Continued
A letter received by our newsroom dated June 30th, 2020 confirms the announcement by the BVI Airport Authority in the British Virgin Islands advising all staff of a 25% salary reduction which took place effective July 1st, 2020, along with reduced hours. The letter states: “All employees are asked to note that in accordance with … Continued
A press release issued by the BVI Football Association stated that, The Reds are the U12 Youth Festival Cup Champions after defeating the Blues 2-1 in the decisive game of the Championship which took place on Saturday 15th August 2020 at the National Stadium, East End / Long Look, Tortola. Team Green and Team Orange … Continued
Following the confirmation of (5) new cases amidst the recent spike of Coronavirus within the territory, the Government of the Virgin Islands announced the imposition of a new curfew order from 5:01pm to 4:59am daily. The proposed imposition which begins on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 will run for 14 consecutive days. The announcement made by … Continued
GIS Officers of Her Majesty’s Customs continue to further intensify protection of the sea borders of the British Virgin Islands amidst the ongoing battle against the COVID-19 global pandemic. Officers of the Immigration Department have also teamed up with Customs Officers under the theme: “BVILOVE: Partnering and Protecting our Sea Borders in The New Regular.” … Continued
Both the Government of the Virgin Islands and the Department of Environmental Health has denied allegations of Inland Revenue being forced to close due to a possible COVID-19 exposure. Following the abrupt closure of Inland Revenue on Friday August 21st, many reports have surfaced alleging that a staff was infected with the novel Coronavirus. However, … Continued
On August 4, 2020, OCL Barbados doing business as One Caribbean arrived at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport, while being in violation of entry protocols put in place by the Government of the Virgin Islands to eliminate the spread of Covid-19. According to Managing Director, Mr. Clive Smith “as a result of the occurrence, … Continued
The British Virgin Islands is now beyond the worst of Tropical Storm Laura based on a statement sent out by His Excellency, Governor J.U. Jaspert. The Governor’s release said “the centre of Tropical Storm Laura passed the Territory early this morning, and we can be grateful for the news that there are no reports of … Continued
