The Ministry of Education in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) has expressed deep concern over recent reports of illegal substances, including alcohol, marijuana-infused foods, and sexual enhancement drugs, being found in secondary schools across the territory. The ministry issued an official statement addressing the troubling issue and reassured the public of its commitment to ensuring … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has reopened the Virgin Islands Scholarship Application Portal for the 2025/2026 academic year. The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports is accepting scholarship applications in 10 priority areas, including education, health, infrastructure, technology, and more. The comprehensive list of study areas is available on the government’s website at … Continued
Seven schools across the Territory are expected to compete in the Ministry of Education’s annual Inter-Secondary School Debates beginning 5th February. The schools participating in this year’s debates are: Bregado Flax Educational Centre Secondary, Cedar International School, Ciboney Centre for Excellence, Claudia Creque Educational Centre Secondary, Elmore Stoutt High School, St. George’s Secondary and Virgin … Continued
Three members of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, Hon. Myron Walwyn, Hon. Melvin “Mitch” Turnbull, and Hon. Stacey Mather, addressed the public today during a press conference, clarifying the absence of their three fellow Opposition colleagues. When questioned about the missing members, the trio stated that discussions are ongoing and that outreach efforts have been made. … Continued
Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has criticized the British Virgin Islands government’s handling of infrastructure projects, particularly questioning the management of unfinished roadworks across the territory. “If the government has a plan to fix the roads, they are certainly doing a great job at hiding it,” Walwyn said, pointing to incomplete road projects initiated during … Continued
During the first press conference for 2025, Ag. Commissioner Vanterpool proudly highlighted a community-focused initiative to foster stronger connections between the police and the public. Members of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force’s (RVIPF) Senior Management, along with Police Constables and Auxiliary Officers, have been actively patrolling the streets, greeting members of the public, engaging … Continued
The British Virgin Islands is set to strengthen its ties with the Asia-Pacific region as Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, announced an upcoming diplomatic and trade mission to key financial hubs, including Hong Kong, Macau, and Malaysia. During a recent press conference, Premier Wheatley emphasized the importance of the Asia-Pacific … Continued
Premier Dr the Hon. Natalio Wheatley recently provided an update on the territory’s progress with implementing reforms to combat money laundering and terrorist financing. The territory is working to address 64 specific recommendations outlined in a February 2024 Mutual Evaluation Report, conducted on behalf of the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force. The evaluation has prompted … Continued
Hon. Myron Walwyn, Hon. Melvin Turnbull, and Hon. Stacey Mather have announced the formation of a new alliance within His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition. The revelation came during an impromptu press conference on Thursday, signalling a potential shift in the opposition’s structure. Despite the formation of this alliance, At-Large Representative Hon. Ronnie Skelton will maintain his … Continued
