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Health Ministry Reporting Increase in Respiratory Infections In Young Children
The Ministry of Health and Social Development is advising the public of an increase in respiratory tract infections among young children across the Territory. Respiratory tract infections affect the nose, throat, airways, or lungs and are most often caused by viruses. These illnesses are common among young children whose immune systems are still developing and … Continued
Virgin Islands Search and Rescue responds to six incidents in February
The Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR) responded to six incidents across the territory during February, according to the organisation’s latest monthly roundup. VISAR reported that volunteers handled one search for a missing person and five injury-related responses during the month. Incidents occurred in several locations including Jost Van Dyke, Buck Island, Cooper Island and … Continued
TOURIST INJURED AFTER TAXI COLLISION ON CANE GARDEN BAY HILL
A tourist was reportedly injured following a collision involving two taxis in the Cane Garden Bay area a short while ago. Reports indicate that the two taxis were travelling up the hill away from Cane Garden Bay when one driver allegedly attempted to overtake the other, ultimately leading to a collision. Images of the aftermath … Continued
Public urged to provide feedback on Sexual Offences Bill 2025
Government is encouraging residents and stakeholders to submit comments and feedback on the proposed Sexual Offences Bill, 2025, as part of a Territory wide public consultation. The proposed Bill represents a comprehensive modernisation of the Virgin Islands’ sexual offences laws. It consolidates existing provisions and introduces updated measures to address rape and sexual assault, child … Continued
BVI avoids EU Blacklist, remains on Grey List pending further reforms
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has avoided being placed on the European Union’s blacklist of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions and remains on the EU’s “grey list,” which includes countries that are considered cooperative but still have outstanding commitments to meet international tax standards. In its latest update, the EU blacklisted 10 jurisdictions, including the United States … Continued
FSC to open office in Panama
The BVI Financial Services Commission plans to open a representative office in Latin America (LatAm). This will be the Commission’s second venture aimed at establishing outposts that are closest to key BVI financial services markets. The first was its Asia Representative Office in Hong Kong, which opened in April 2014 to serve the Asia Pacific … Continued
Road Town roundabout to close Friday for Pre-Agriculture Food Fair
The Government of the Virgin Islands has announced a temporary road closure in Road Town this Friday to facilitate a public event In a revised bulletin issued on Wednesday, the Ministry of Communications and Works confirmed that the Road Town Market Square Roundabout Drive will be closed on Friday, 27 February, from 10:00 am to … Continued
HLSCC Revives Performing Arts Series
Government launches “Premier for a Week” competition for secondary students
The Office of the Premier has launched a “Premier for a Week” initiative, inviting students in Grades 10 to 12 across the Virgin Islands to apply for the opportunity to serve in the role from April 6 to April 10, 2026. The competition is open to students from all public and private secondary schools, with … Continued
