GIS Small businesses and residents affected by COVID-19 can now register for the BVI Electricity Corporation’s COVID-19 Amnesty Programme as part of the Government of the Virgin Islands Economic Response Package. General Manager of the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC), Mr. Leroy A. E. Abraham, has outlined the electricity bill amnesty conditions and added that applicants … Continued
GIS The first two flights with Virgin Islanders returning to the Territory since the closure of its borders on March 22, arrived today. Premier and Minister of Finance, Honourable Andrew A. Fahie in a welcome message for returning residents indicated that as a Territory we are happy to be at the phase to be able … Continued
Following new curfew orders, Premier of the Virgin Islands, Andrew Fahie announced that bikers will not be permitted to ride between the hours of 5pm and 5am daily. The Premier said this aligns with Government’s intention to ensure the safety of bikers across the territory. Within a detailed address, Premier Fahie said “Cabinet approved the … Continued
The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands amended Curfew Order No. 20 of 2020 to move the curfew hours to 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. effective 4 June, 2020. This announcement was made a few minutes ago by the Premier of the Virgin Islands, Honorable Andrew Fahie. All other businesses have been given permission to reopen … Continued
Minister of Labor and Natural Resources, Honorable Vincent Wheatley made a sizeable donation of $10,000 in tuition grants to private schools in Virgin Gorda. The 9th district representative expressed that there is usually little to no consideration for Private institutions. He said “now as we know that the public schools are usually funded by Government, … Continued
On May 28th, The Premier of the Virgin Islands and Minister of Finance, Hon. Andrew Fahie announced a $62.9 million economic stimulus package, with an allocation of $10 million to unemployment relief in the territory. Application forms are now available for persons to file for unemployment or underemployment relief. Forms can be picked up at … Continued
The Executive of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, Police Welfare Association was pleased to host the first of a series of learning/educational initiatives titled “Buying and Building Property in the BVI” on Wednesday, May 27th, 2020. The event was aimed at educating and informing officers and civilian staff of the RVIPF on the requirements … Continued
Chief Fire Officer, Mr. Zebalon McLean is commending his officers for their quick response in putting out a fire at an apartment building at Sugar Mill Road on Monday, June 1. Mr. McLean said the Virgin Islands Fire and Rescue Service received a call at the Fire Headquarters at 6:25 p.m. that a house was … Continued
GIS – Registration is open for the Complete Health Improvement Program, CHIP set to launch this month. CHIP is a 10-week course that teaches participants how to boost their health and lead a healthier lifestyle. Each session will run for approximately two hours. The course will be led by 23 certified facilitators who were trained … Continued
Anegada Express Ferry has introduced a new route between Anegada and Road Town. The multi-purpose vessel which promises to serve Anegada residents and advance the economy can carry up to 100 passengers and 40 tons of cargos. Operations between Road Town, Tortola, to Virgin Gorda, and onwards to Anegada and returning to Road Town, through … Continued
