All About Nurses Week 2026 with the BVI Nurses Association
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Government and PHSU strengthen partnership
The Government and Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) have taken steps to strengthen their partnership. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), was signed on Tuesday between the two marking another step forward for healthcare, education, and economic development in the Territory. Premier and Minister with responsibility for economic development, Dr. Natalio Wheatley, described the signing as … Continued
Government announces road paving works from Palestina to Havers
The British Virgin Islands government said road paving works are scheduled to begin in the Palestina to Havers area on Saturday as part of ongoing infrastructure improvements across the territory. According to a public notice issued by the Ministry of Communications and Works, the works will take place on May 9, 2026 between 9:00 a.m. … Continued
Magistrate to hold special liquor licence hearing on Virgin Gorda
The Licensing Magistrate will convene a special session of the Magistrate’s Court on June 2 to hear and determine liquor licence applications, according to a bulletin issued by the Office of the Deputy Governor. The hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. and will take place at the Magistrate’s Court in … Continued
BVIEC Defends Fuel Surcharge as Anegada Consumers See Higher Bills Despite Solar Farm
The British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) has defended the decision to continue to have Anegada residents pay the same fuel surcharge as elsewhere across the territory, despite the island operating primarily on solar power. The issue has drawn renewed attention as electricity consumers across the British Virgin Islands receive bills reflecting higher global fuel … Continued
BVI Darts Team competes at CDLC Panama, sets sights on Bahamas qualifier
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) Darts team has returned from the Championship Darts Latin America & Caribbean (CDLC) tournament in Panama, describing the experience as a pivotal moment in their development on the regional stage. Speaking on behalf of the team, Roosevelt Smith highlighted the intensity of competing at such a high level for the … Continued
Art and Poetry Competitions to Promote Caribbean Mosquito Awareness Week
As the Virgin Islands prepares to observe Caribbean Mosquito Awareness Week 2026 from May 11–15, the Environmental Health Division (EHD) is inviting students across the Territory to take part in a Poetry and Art Competition aimed at raising awareness and inspiring action to reduce mosquito breeding. Observed under the theme “Stop Disease Transmission, Start Source Reduction … Continued
Roman Nibbs Alberto Recognised for Week of Service as Premier
Premier Natalio D. Wheatley has recognized Mr. Roman Nibbs Alberto following his participation in a unique leadership initiative that saw him serve as “Premier for a Week.” During a brief presentation, the Premier commended Alberto’s dedication and presented him with tokens of appreciation for his service and engagement. Throughout the programme, Alberto participated in a … Continued
Ministry of Health Strengthening Asthma Care With Utilization Review
The Ministry of Health and Social Development is strengthening the delivery of asthma care with the implementation of a Medication Utilization Review. The Ministry has partnered with the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States, Pooled Procurement Service (OECS/PPS) to conduct the review and they will also be responsible for analyzing the data. A Medication Utilization Review … Continued
ANOCES 3×3 Basketball Tournament Set for May 16–17, 2026 in Tortola
The Association of National Olympic Committees of the OECS, in collaboration with the British Virgin Islands Olympic Committee (BVIOC), is proud to announce the staging of the ANOCES U23 3×3 Basketball Tournament, scheduled for May 16–17, 2026, at the Multipurpose Sports Complex in Road Town, Tortola. This highly anticipated regional competition forms part of ANOCES’ … Continued
