As the Government of the Virgin Islands moves forward with plans to implement a Non-Profit Organisations Act, Opposition Leader Julian Fraser has raised some questions surrounding the distinction of nonprofit organisations from the major corporations which fall within the Financial Services Sector. The Bill in question makes allowances for better supervision and monitoring of the … Continued
Officers of the Criminal Investigations Department charged a man yesterday September 22nd, 2022 in the wounding of his wife and stepdaughter. Esworth Barnwell, 35, of Diamond Estate is charged with inflicting grievous bodily harm; assault occasioning actual bodily harm and being armed with an offensive weapon. Initial investigations indicate that Monday evening, the accused attacked … Continued
Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio Wheatley has expressed the view that despite seeking to maintain positive relationships with the United Kingdom, the British Virgin Islands cannot allow the UK to impose its culture or ideologies on the Territory – particularly at a time where this could directly impact the process of constitutional development. “It is … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force is investigating reports of gunfire near Thomas Land in East End in the early hours of Wednesday Morning. According to a brief statement issued by the Police, officers reported to the scene following reports and recovered several spent shells while observing the area. One vehicle was also found with … Continued
Today, September 22nd 2022, Premier and Finance Minister Dr the Honourable Natalio Wheatley will lead a delegation to represent the British Virgin Islands during the Ninth Meeting of the Inter Virgin Islands Council, which is being held in the United States Virgin Islands. The BVI delegation consists of Deputy Premier and Minister for Communication and … Continued
While the British Virgin Islands was spared of any major damages associated with the passing of Hurricane Fiona, the system has strengthened to Category 4 as of Wednesday and is barreling towards sister overseas territory Bermuda, after devastating Puerto Rico. Fiona is expected to begin affecting Bermuda later this week, bringing torrential rains and strong … Continued
In the coming days the British Virgin Islands, for the first time, will hold a national observance of World Pharmacist day – a day set aside internationally for the celebration of pharmacists, pharmaceutical scientists and technicians in the field of pharmacy. In a special edition of the GIS report, Chief of Drugs and Pharmaceutical Services … Continued
Ahead of debates at Tuesday’s sitting of the Virgin Islands House of Assembly, Members of the house were given the opportunity to express their condolences and share their memories of the reign of her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Acting Premier, The Honourable Kye Rymer told the house “It is no question in my mind … Continued
While the new Jost Van Dyke Primary School & Multipurpose Facility is intended to serve the community in numerous capacities, that of a preschool or daycare is not on the table at the moment. That was made clear by Minister for Education Sharie deCastro while fielding questions from members of the public about the new … Continued
The Recovery and Development Agency and the Ministry of Education recently held a “Pre Construction Community Meeting” with members of the Jost Van Dyke Community, to discuss updates and address concerns from members of the public regarding the impending construction of the Jost Van Dyke Primary School & Multipurpose Educational Facility. Director of Programme Strategy … Continued
