Deputy Premier and Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Carvin Malone has announced that a fourth person has recovered from COVID-19 in the British Virgin Islands. The Ministry of Health and Social Development made the determination in accordance with guidance of the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA). During a statement today, Honourable Malone also … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance, Honourable Andrew A. Fahie has announced that laptops will be provided for students and teachers and that stamp duty will be waived for purchasing of lands by Belongers as part of the Territory’s Economic Response to COVID-19. Premier Fahie said, “We are aware that there are some students who do … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance, Honourable Andrew A. Fahie has commended Border Protection and Law Enforcement agencies for their efforts to ensure the safety of the Territory’s borders and safety on land. Premier Fahie said, “I need all of us to understand that there is zero tolerance for nefarious and illegal behaviors in our waters. … Continued
GIS The public is notified that Cabinet has approved to extend the suspension of water charges to June 1. In addition, water delivery continues to be free of charge to existing Water and Sewerage Department customers in areas affected by interruptions in the water distribution network until June 1. For more information customers may telephone … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands within an address to the nation, announced that beaches will be allowed to open from May 10th under the second phase of the internal reopening. Residents across the territory will now be allowed to access beaches between the hours of 6am to 1pm daily for exercise and therapeutic purposes. … Continued
A past prison officer of Her Majesty’s Prison is now publicly claiming that an estimated 120 prisoners were “permitted” to leave the facility following Hurricane Irma and didn’t “escape” as initially reported. Julan Browne, popularly known as ‘Iron Fist’ made the announcement earlier tonight via an online radio program. When questioned on his recollection of … Continued
Businesses not yet approved to operate in the British Virgin Islands are allowed to begin putting social distancing requirements and health protocols in place in time for re-opening on Sunday, May 10. This was approved by the Cabinet of the Virgin Islands in accordance with the Curfew Act, 2017, imposition of Curfew (No.15) Order, 2020. … Continued
A contract to begin the reconstruction of the North Sound Public Administration Building on Virgin Gorda was signed on May 5. The $625,400 dollar contract was awarded to Quality Construction Limited and will be implemented by the Deputy Governor’s Office with support from the Recovery and Development Agency and funded by the Government of the … Continued
The United States Virgin Islands (U.S.V.I) Police Department donated protective kits including body armor to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force; as a joint collaboration to continue the fight against any potential security threats arising during the COVID-19 crisis. Commissioner of Police, Michael Matthews states that he is extremely grateful to his colleague and friend, … Continued
The Recovery & Development Agency signed its third contract within a week. The contract valued at $625,400, was signed between the Recovery & Development Agency and Quality Construction to completely rebuild the John E George Building in North Sound, Virgin Gorda. The contract includes the complete refurbishment and redevelopment of the two-story building, re-working of … Continued
