Former Premier Dr. D Orlando Smith has “wholly” rejected the conclusion issued in the Commission of Inquiry Report which states that serious dishonesty took place among government officials during the failed $7.2 million BVI Airways project. Dr. Smith responded to the Report in a recent Facebook post where he disassociated himself and members of his … Continued
17 naturalised citizens recently received their British Citizenship which now allows them the ability to freely live, work and vote in the United Kingdom. They collected their British certificates at the recent ceremony which was held at Government House in Road Town, Tortola. Registrar General in the Civil Registry and Passport Office Stephanie Benn read … Continued
While stating that a Constitutional Review is long overdue in the British Virgin Islands, the Commission of Inquiry (COI) Commissioner Sir Gary Hickinbottom has recommended that one be commenced as soon possible within the territory, to be completed within a one-year period. This was one of the overarching recommendations stemming from the recently published COI … Continued
Fourth District Representative Mark Vanterpool has expressed that he is willing to confess to any wrongdoings that might have occurred when he was in office under the National Democratic Party (NDP) Administration. Vanterpool’s comments came during last Thursday’s House of Assembly Sitting during the debate session for the no confidence motion, which was successfully passed … Continued
In a recent Facebook post former Education Minister and businessman Myron V Walwyn issued a statement on the events of the past weeks in the Virgin Islands. The local Attorney began by saying, “The past weeks have been a period of great uncertainty for the people of the Virgin Islands. However, in an admirable display … Continued
Upon the commencement of Senior Citizens Month, former Minister for Health and Social Development Hon. Carvin Malone urged the community to respect and care for its fore fathers who have laid the foundation that has brought the Virgin Islands to where it is today. Hon. Malone in a celebratory message on May 2 to declare … Continued
Minister for Transportation, Works and Utilities, Honourable Kye M. Rymer has commended Fire Officers throughout the Virgin Islands for their unwavering dedication to the protection of life and property. Honorable Rymer in observance of International Firefighters Day on May 4 said, “It is fitting that the public stays aware of the selfless sacrifice of fire … Continued
The first-floor slabs at the ESHS Redevelopment Project began its concrete pour today, 6th May 2022. This comes days after the project reached its one month milestone since construction works commenced. On 4th May, the Elmore Stoutt High School Redevelopment Project reached its one-month milestone, and the project continues to move ahead at a rapid … Continued
Third District Representative and Leader of the Opposition Honourable Julian Fraser has said that the present united structure of the new Government of the Virgin Islands was an idea he suggested. Fraser made the comment during yesterday’s House of Assembly Sitting, after explaining why he was the only member left on the Opposition side. He … Continued
Newly appointed Premier of the Virgin Islands Dr. the Honourable Natalio Whealtey says he is ready to lead the territory and his newly formed National Unity Government. Dr. Wheatley was officially sworn in as Premier on Thursday by the Governor His Excellency John Rankin. The move came after he successfully moved a no confidence motion … Continued
