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The territory of the Virgin Islands highly anticipated and long-awaited Virgin Islands ‘Consumer Protection Act, 2020’ was passed in the Virgin Islands House of Assembly on June 8th, 2020.  Leader of Government business and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie in moving a motion for the third reading of the bill said:  “Today is … Continued

The lives and journey of the Territory’s local heroes and freedom fighters are being explored in the new virtual exhibition series launched by the Department of Culture. Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley said that the videos showcasing the lives of persons including Perreen Georges and … Continued

Minister of Education and Culture, Dr. The Honorable Natalio Wheatley has taken a public stance against racism and joined the global fight against disparity. This was relayed last night in the House of Assembly as the Minister recounted three occasions where he suffered at the hands of racial profiling and police brutality overseas, because of … Continued

Gardeners across the Territory participating in the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture’s Backyard Garden Competition are being provided with more tips to assist with the production of successful crops. Week 3 Tip: focuses on Okra, a vegetable commonly grown in backyard gardens.  Okra has several health benefits. It can boost immunity; … Continued

The Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture will be discussing the topic ‘Protecting Children in Tough Times’ in its next Facebook LIVE session of A Chat with the Community as it seeks to help parents and students through the challenges of change and online learning. Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries … Continued

The Government of the Virgin Islands has announced that the official launch of the historic Traffic Turnaround in Road Town will take place on June 15 after the final simulation over the weekend. Minister for Transportation, Works and Utilities, Honourable Kye Rymer said, “The final simulation will take place on Sunday, June 14 beginning at … Continued

Minister of Labor, Vincent Wheatley called out a local businessman who allegedly disrespected his role as the overseeing Minister of Labor during an inspection visit. This was revealed a few minutes ago within the Minister’s address to the House of Assembly. The Minister said that the visit was inspired by complaints received at the Labour … Continued

Minister of Labor and Natural Resources and representative for the 9th district, Honorable Vincent Wheatley has pledged $20,000 towards the installation of CCTV cameras across the island of Virgin Gorda, in light of the recent rise in crime. The Minister said “We want to make this message very loud and clear that the Virgin Islands … Continued

GIS The COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted the survival of businesses, more so the micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) which have suffered heavy losses. The Government of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) and UNDP have partnered to assist MSMEs within the restaurant industry. The initiative is part of UNDP Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean’s … Continued