The recent performance by the British Virgin Islands CARIFTA team and star athlete Adaejah Hodge is proof that the BVI can be ranked number in the world one day. Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley made the comment during the Recognition Ceremony which was held to celebrate the overall performance … Continued
The BVI CARIFTA athletes were well celebrated at the Recognition Ceremony which was held by the Government of the Virgin Islands to highlight their overall outstanding performance at the just concluded 49th CARIFTA Games in Jamaica. The British Virgin Islands CARIFTA team finished the 49th Edition of the CARIFTA Games ranking third, after copping a … Continued
Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley has given the assurance to residents that the Elmore Stoutt High School Redevelopment Project will not be one of the projects put on hold as part of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) Report recommendations. Premier Wheatley made the comment following questions posed by the media on the subject. The … Continued
A new system for the distribution of government grants will be forthcoming in the near future as one of the solutions to the Commission of Inquiry (COI) Report recommendations. This is according to Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley, who made the disclosure during a recent press conference. Recommendation B7 of the COI Report called … Continued
The recently formed National Unity Government had zero confidence in former Speaker Julian Willock leading the House of Assembly proceedings in their new journey as a unified front. Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley made the assertion during a recent press conference after it was announced more than a week earlier … Continued
The Joe’s Hill Manor Estate housing development is about 98 percent complete and will soon be handed over to the Social Security Board. 284News recently took a trip to the Joe’s Hill Manor Estate Development which houses 25 buildings and 52 units that will soon be made available to residents, once handed over to the … Continued
The $2 million anonymous donation to the Elmore Stoutt High School Development Project has been guaranteed to be 100 percent legitimate. However, despite the assertion, the names of the donors will remain anonymous, at least for the time being. Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley confirmed the legitimacy of the donation … Continued
Deputy Premier Honourable Kye Rymer has confirmed that the Miami based BVI Ports Authority LLC (Limited Liability Company) is a legitimate company which acts as an outreach location for the territory’s cruise business. Rymer, who was recently appointed the minister responsible for the BVI Ports Authority made the statement during a recent press conference after … Continued
The Virgin Islands will join the rest of the world in observing International Museum Day on the 18th of May under the theme “The Power of Museums”. Director of Culture, Dr. Katherine Smith, stated that several activities have been planned for the week from May 16 to 20 for the Territory’s secondary schools. These she … Continued
Top junior female athlete Adaejah Hodge completed a quadruple as she guided her Alexander Cougars to their 4th Georgia High Schools Association, Class 6A Championships over the weekend. Hodge broke records in the long jump and 100-meter events and set a personal best time in the 400 meters. She also won the 200-meter event in … Continued
Deputy Premier Honourable Kye Rymer is of the opinion that the former premier’s legal entanglements will not negatively impact the territory’s cruise industry. Rymer made the comment in response to a question posed by the media at last Friday’s press conference as he assured residents that the experience of the cruise guests remains high. He … Continued
Delta Petroleum Limited (Caribbean) has revealed that their attempt to convince the BVIEC to resort to a cleaner option of fuel resulted in the termination of their contract, after failing to provide the No.2 Diesel Fuel as contractually obligated. This is according to a press release from the Delta Petroleum Group Chief Executive Officer Carlos … Continued
It was announced on Friday May 13th, 2022 during a Press Conference held by Premier Dr. Hon. Natalio Wheatley that Permanent Secretary in the Premier’s Office, Mrs. Carolyn O’Neal Morton has been sent on leave while investigations are ongoing by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force. Wheatley said, “Currently, the permanent secretary is on leave, … Continued
The full depth road reconstruction on the Fish Bay Road is scheduled to commence on Monday, 16 May, 2022 and traffic disruption is expected. Beginning Monday, excavation works for the first 130m or 426.4 feet of the Fish Bay Road Rehabilitation Project starting at the Sol Entrance and heading in an eastward direction will commence. … Continued
Yesterday May 10th, 2022 during a national address Prime Minister of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis Dr. Timothy Harris fired 6 rebellious ministers, appointed a new Deputy Prime Minister and dissolved the parliament giving way for elections. Harris Tuesday said he had asked the Governor General, Samuel Weymouth Tapley Seaton, to dissolve Parliament … Continued
Joining ogranisations like CARICOM and the OECS, the University of the West Indies (UWI) has issued a statement condemning the United Kingdom’s (UK) suggestion of directly ruling the Virgin Islands. In a statement released yesterday, Sunday May 8th, Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir Hilary Beckles said that UWI “joins with CARICOM in calling on Britain to retreat … Continued
Yesterday, May 3rd, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) issued a statement regarding the release of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) report in the BVI and commented specifically on the recommendation to suspend the Virgin Islands Constitution. The statement said “CARICOM supports the decision of the duly elected Government of the BVI to welcome the recommendations for … Continued
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) has released a statement on the ongoing situation in the BVI. The OECS says “The OECS has noted the position taken by the duly elected Government of the BVI which, while welcoming the recommendations arising from the Inquiry, rejects the intention of the British Government to impose direct … Continued
Premier Honourable Andrew Fahie will be required to remain behind bars after his approved $500,000 bond was appealed by United States (U.S) prosecutors on Wednesday. This was confirmed by international media company Nationwide News which said the bond that initially was granted by Judge Alicia Otazo Reyes of the U.S. District Court for the Southern … Continued
Premier Honourable Andrew Fahie has been granted a $500,000 corporate bond which means he could likely be released from federal detention in Miami prior to his May 25 arraignment. This was confirmed by international media news sites which said the decision came as a surprise after federal court Judge Alicia Otazo-Reyes rejected the prosecutors’ argument … Continued
Premier Andrew Fahie’s request for diplomatic immunity has been rejected by the United States Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Florida. This is according to a document obtained by 284News which said that the ‘Notice of Invocation of Immunity’ which was submitted by the premier’s attorney Theresa Van Vliet was not applicable to Premier Fahie . … Continued
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) has released a statement on the ongoing situation in the BVI. The OECS says “The OECS has noted the position taken by the duly elected Government of the BVI which, while welcoming the recommendations arising from the Inquiry, rejects the intention of the British Government to impose direct … Continued
The Virgin Islands is said to be taking all requisite steps to ensure that it adheres to its international obligations as an Overseas Territory of the United Kingdom. The Territory is also complying with all sanctions issued by the United Kingdom that are extended to it by way of the relevant Overseas Territories Sanctions Orders … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (“the Commission”) announces the appointment of Mr. Shane Baptiste as the Commission’s new Asia Representative at BVI FSC (HK) Ltd., with effect from 01 July 2022. Mr. Baptiste replaces Mr. Burton Chalwell, who returns to the Commission after his tenure ends on 30 June 2022. As Asia Representative, … Continued
Republic Bank (BVI) Limited (RBVG) is advising its customers that its conversion from the Banking Systems of Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) to Republic Financial Holdings Limited’s (RFHL) suite of technology platforms is set to take place on April 4, 2022. To facilitate this conversion, the Bank’s operations will experience some temporary changes, including the … Continued
In a recent Facebook post former Education Minister and businessman Myron Walwyn publically questioned as to when the BVI will relax travel entry requirements. Walwyn said, “The effects of the current conflict in Russia and the Ukraine on our tourism sector must be closely examined. We recently saw some light at the end of the … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has formally submitted a proposal to the United Kingdom Government detailing their agenda to implement the recommendations from the Commission of Inquiry (COI) Report under democratic governance. Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. The Honourable Natalio Wheatley made the disclosure during Wednesday’s press conference. He said the proposal was … Continued
The Commission of Inquiry Report has concluded that the $7.2 million BVI Airways project was plagued with mass instances of poor governance and dishonesty among public officials which led to its failure. The COI Commissioner Sir Gary Hickinbottom made the disclosure within his 946-page Report. He listed the former Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. … 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
Joining ogranisations like CARICOM and the OECS, the University of the West Indies (UWI) has issued a statement condemning the United Kingdom’s (UK) suggestion of directly ruling the Virgin Islands. In a statement released yesterday, Sunday May 8th, Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir Hilary Beckles said that UWI “joins with CARICOM in calling on Britain to retreat … Continued
Top local hurdler Kyron McMaster just missed out on a podium finish after placing fourth in the 400 meter hurdles at the 2022 Doha Diamond League today. Running out of lane number three McMaster finished fourth with a season’s best time of 49.93 seconds, trailing Thomas Barr of Ireland who placed third in a time of … Continued
The Queen’s Baton Relay which is part of the Commonwealth Games tradition is in the British Virgin Islands and will be here until Thursday, as the territory joins in the celebrations in the countdown of Birmingham 2022. The opening ceremony to kick off the Queen’s Baton Relay in the BVI was held this morning which … Continued
Former Minister of Health, Education and Welfare and ex Olympic Committee Secretary General Mrs. Eileene L Parsons OBE is calling for the government to dedicate the wall at the E. Walwyn Brewley Ballpark as a sports wall to honour former softball greats of the territory. Mrs. Parsons’ plea came during the recent ceremony which was … Continued
From this season onward, the Industrial Softball League will now be known as the Terrence “Chinno” Chinnery Industrial Softball League. This was confirmed during the opening ceremony of the league which was hosted by the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports on Monday April 25. During the ceremony Acting Premier and Minister for Sports Dr. … Continued
Summer Sizzle BVI in partnership with BVICCHA will host The Model Workshop on Saturday, May 14, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the Forge, R & R Malone Complex located in Pockwood Pond, Tortola. The Model Workshop will be hosted by Model Agent Kristian Lopez, from Muse Model Management and Fashion Designer of the Women’s … Continued
It was a successful win for the Fahie family as they emerged victorious at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park Christmas Family Feud. The Fahie family walked away with $2,500 as the prize with $1000 of the winnings going towards the Cancer society. The competing families had the opportunity to choose from non-profits such … Continued
Since the onset of the pandemic, businesses and promoters have struggled to diversify and maneuver through the changing times. Specific locations such as: The BVI Festival Grounds, Cane Garden Bay, Tortola Pier Park, Multi-Purpose Sports Complex and local beaches like Long Bay Beach have always been top choices for hosting events. As the territory has … Continued
Due to an insufficient amount of registrants the public is informed that the Floatilla of Lights boat parade has been cancelled. In an official comment organizers said, “While we share your disappointment we have already had positive conversations about next year’s event which will be part of the event lineup for Christmas in the City. … Continued
Joining ogranisations like CARICOM and the OECS, the University of the West Indies (UWI) has issued a statement condemning the United Kingdom’s (UK) suggestion of directly ruling the Virgin Islands. In a statement released yesterday, Sunday May 8th, Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir Hilary Beckles said that UWI “joins with CARICOM in calling on Britain to retreat … Continued
I am not surprised by this time line because from the Governor’s first announcement I estimated it would take a month before the report would be made public. And I am still more interested in the UK response to the report. That’s what I am waiting on. Bear in mind they can choose what recommendations … Continued
I had the honour a week ago to participate in an important dialogue about how we prepare our students for life. The discussion centred around the questions: “Preparing learners to be leaders: What is required? How do we transform the system to better prepare our learners to be leaders in this territory and the world?” … Continued
Virgin Islands Family, question for you: “What do you envision our beloved Virgin Islands will look like in 2040?” I will be in my 60’s and I most definitely want to see a healthier population that owns the economy. I want to see an education system that empowers and equips our children’s children to pursue … Continued
