STATEMENT BY THE NATIONAL DEMOCRATIC PARTY ON THE RECENT ARREST OF FORMER CHAIRMAN, MYRON V. WALWYN

The following is a statement from the National Democratic Party on the recent arrest of former Chairman Myron V. Walwyn. A few weeks ago, The National Democratic Party (NDP) noted the announcement of the arrest of Former Chairman, Myron V. Walwyn. Having now properly considered the matter, and out of utmost respect for the justice … Continued

PREMIER’S OFFICE EYING TECHNOLOGICAL AND LEGISLATIVE ADVANCEMENT IN 2023

The Premier’s Office is eying great Technological and Legislative Advancement in 2023. This was made evident during a recent presentation by Permanent Secretary Carolyn Stoutt Igwe, as she revealed the office’s top priorities for the new year. Stoutt Igwes spoke specifically to the vision for the departments of Agriculture and Fisheries, Immigration, Sustainable Development and … Continued

25 PUBLIC OFFICERS AWARDED FOR EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE

25 Public Officers were awarded for exemplary customer service at the Public Service Star Membership Club pinning ceremony. The ceremony was held at the Government House Reception Hall where awardees were personally congratulated by His Excellency the Governor Mr. John J. Rankin and Deputy Governor Mr. David D. Archer Jr for their high level of … Continued

CAREEP PROJECT FACING UNFORESEEN HURDLES

The CARILEC Resiliency and Energy Efficiency Project (CAREEP) has encountered some unforeseen delays which could impact the timeline within which the project intends to achieve its objectives. Speaking with 284News, CARILEC Chairman and General Manager of BVIEC Leroy Abraham explained that this was as a result of a low uptake of the initiative.  “The roll … Continued

DIMAR FREDRICK AND MARCIA JENNINGS CHARGED IN SEPARATE FIREARM RELATED SEIZURES

23-year-old Dimar Fredrick of Fat Hogs Bay has been slapped with several firearm related charges following a police operation in the Long Look area on Monday. This was confirmed by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) which said the charges include “keeping a firearm without a license, unlawful possession of ammunition and common assault”. … Continued

THE CONSTITUTIONAL REVIEW NEEDS TO GO IN THE DIRECTION OF POLITICAL ADVANCEMENT – SAYS MALONE

Territorial at Large Representative Honourable Carvin Malone believes that the territory during the present Constitutional Review needs to go in the direction of political advancement. Malone’s comment on the matter came during a recent interview with 284News where he spoke of his concerns relating to some of the new provisions within this most recent Constitutional … Continued