GIS – Senior Public Officers from the Territory had the opportunity to weigh in on UNESCO’s recent Futures of Education Webinar Series and shared plans for moulding responsible global citizens in the Territory. Secretary General for the BVI National Commission for UNESCO, Dr. Allison Flax-Archer said the meetings are held as a discussion among various … Continued
Speaking at a press conference on the appointment of a Commission of Inquiry, outgoing British Virgin Islands (BVI) Governor Augustus Jaspert said the BVI has “an excellent financial services industry that is known worldwide for its strong regulation and international standards.” The Governor also said that the the values of integrity, honesty and respect “run … Continued
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS – The European Union lashed out Monday at AstraZeneca, accusing the pharmaceutical company of failing to deliver the coronavirus vaccine doses that it promised to the bloc despite getting EU funding to ramp up vaccine production. The EU, already facing heavy criticism for a slow vaccine rollout around its 27 nations, also … Continued
The Magistrate’s Court is asking for all parties involved in court proceedings, who has travelled, after receiving government clearance after their four-day quarantine period, to adhere to an additional ten-day period before appearing physically at the Magistrate’s Court. This protocol is effective January 25th. This precaution will serve as an additional layer of protection against … Continued
Deputy Governor, Mr. David D. Archer, Jr. was sworn in as Acting Governor on January 23rd. Mr. Archer will serve as Acting Governor until Friday, January 29, when Governor Elect Mr. John Rankin is sworn in as Governor. Mr. Archer’s appointment is in accordance with section 37 (1) (a) of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order, … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Andrew A. Fahie said that the British Virgin Islands is seeking a “just outcome” in the Commission of Inquiry put forward by His Excellency the Governor, Augustus J. U. Jaspert. Premier Fahie said that the impending Commission of Inquiry must reach a “just outcome”, the results of which will … Continued
On the 24th January 2021, at approximately 7:21 PM, the Puerto Rico Seismic Network recorded an earthquake measuring a magnitude of 5.4 ML with estimated Maximum Intensity of V. At this intensity it is usually felt by everyone and may awaken others from sleeping. The epicenter was located at latitude 18.25 North, 64.07 West at … Continued
Residents of the British Virgin Islands have long-complained about Government malfeasance and the need to looking into longstanding claims of corruption. Additionally, the territory’s credibility has been challenged by the failure to produce audits for major Government projects, making it difficult to secure funding and loans. As a result, His Excellency Governor Jaspert has launched … Continued
GIS Ensuring a Transparent Process International law firm retained for BVI Commission of Inquiry Following the statement of the Honourable Andrew A. Fahie, Premier of the Virgin Islands, dated 19 January 2021, concerning the decision of the Governor, His Excellency Augustus J U Jaspert, to institute a Commission of Inquiry, the Government of the Virgin … Continued
Commissioner Michael Matthews has denied any official reports of a Royal Virgin Islands Police Force Police Sergeant being removed from duty pending an investigation into his involvement with illegal activities. The message, which has been circulating on social media, reached our news room. It stated “Good Morning, a Police Sergeant in the RVIPF has been … Continued
