Local hardware store Drakes Traders Limited continued their seasonal Christmas tradition this year donating $10,000 to the Family Support Network (FSN). The cheque was handed over to the FSN at Drakes Traders hardware store in Fish Bay, Tortola recently. Mr. Christian Esser, Managing Director of Drakes Traders said his company is aware of the areas … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed that a “senior government official” has been charged with one count of Breach of Trust in a Public Office. The police did not disclose the identity of the “senior government official” and said no further information can be provided at this time as the matter will … Continued
The BVI Athletics Association in partnership with the Rotary family will be hosting a live telethon event on Saturday, December 16 to raise funds for BVI athletes participating in the Paris Olympic Games and the 2024 competition season. President of the BVI Athletics Association Steve Augustine in an interview with 284 Media spoke about the … Continued
Premier and Minister responsible for Climate Change Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley says his government intends to press the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) to have it introduce a project to equip roofs of homes and buildings across the territory with solar panels. Premier Wheatley made the statement at a recent press conference in response to … Continued
The Rotary Club of Road Town proudly announces the successful completion of its annual community initiative, Project 1BVI, marking its ninth consecutive year of service to the British Virgin Islands (BVI) community. This transformative project, held on 28 October, 4 November, and 11 November 2023, exemplifies Rotary’s enduring commitment to fostering positive change and unity. … Continued
Keeping true to their word, Nanny Cay Resort, and Marina has donated funds raised from its staff party held on December 7th, 2023, to Ms Kishma P. Forbes and Mr. Julian Willock to help support their food pantry and their back-to-school giveaway for students in District Three. Both residents have been on a constant quest … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has issued a stern warning to motorists traversing the territory that it will be enhancing its surveillance throughout the month of December to penalize all motorists in violation of the Road Traffic Act Cap 218. The RVIPF reminded the motoring public that it is illegal to operate a … Continued
The instability of the United Kingdom’s Government with the constant changing of the minister responsible for Overseas Territories has been affecting the progression of critical areas of discussion relating to Overseas Territories (OTs). Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley mentioned the frustration that the Overseas Territories face as a result of the constant changes to that portfolio, … Continued
The recently concluded Joint Ministerial Council meetings in London have resulted in promising news for the British Virgin Islands Government as it pursues its goal of borrowing at least $100 million to assist with the rehabilitation of the territory’s infrastructure. Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley revealed during a recent press … Continued
Governor John Rankin recently reiterated appeals for legislators to reintroduce the Police Act to the House of Assembly as a tool for strengthening law enforcement capacity in the British Virgin Islands. “One of the things which I’ve said before…that I do want to see done more immediately is the Police Act brought back to the … Continued
