The Government-implemented BVI Gateway portal which gives incoming tourists authorization to enter the territory come December 1st is yet to be commissioned despite the initial proposal to launch by November 2nd. Once you visit the current portal www.bvigateway.bviaa.com it says “Coming soon- check back later”. However, when contacted today by our newsroom, Premier of the … Continued
“Whatever you do won’t be enough, I heard their voices say. Try anyway.” That was Barack Obama musing in Oslo, Norway, the night after theNobel Prize awards ceremony in which he was given the Nobel Peace Prize. He was reflecting on all the work still ahead of him, all the war and strife that still … Continued
Cheers and applause erupted from the crowd, conch shells were blown and the sound of drums reverberated across The City yesterday when the 207-year-old statue of British Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson was finally hoisted for its departure from Bridgetown. Scores of Barbadians were in National Heroes Square to witness the historic event that saw one … Continued
GIS Public Officers are being reminded of the importance of their well-being in order to carry out everyday duties as they participate in Public Service Wellness Week. Employee Relations Manager and Employee Assistance Programme Coordinator, Mrs. Noreen Callwood Lewis said “We understand the importance of employees’ well-being; their mental health is important as it impacts … Continued
The public is advised that the maximum number of persons for all gatherings has increased to 100 persons. The maximum number of persons in a faith-based service, graduation ceremony, a wedding ceremony, a funeral and an outdoor event has increased to 200 persons. The public is reminded that any gatherings larger than the specified numbers … Continued
GIS Twenty-four new British Overseas Territories Citizens (BOTC) received Certificates of Naturalisation at a ceremony held at Government House today. His Excellency the Governor Augustus J. U. Jaspert congratulated the group on taking “an incredibly important step,” in making the Virgin Islands their home. “While the process to reaching this key milestone may seem long, … Continued
GIS Premier and Minister of Finance, Honourable Andrew A. Fahie delivered the Territory’s 2021 Budget Address during the Second Sitting of the First Session of the Fourth House of Assembly today November 12. Premier Fahie delivered his Statement under the theme: ‘Innovation: Building a stable, diverse, competitive economy with strong industries and partnerships for regional … Continued
At least 30 people in Antigua had to be rescued by firefighters due to the torrential rainfall currently affecting the island. Fire Chief Elvis Weaver said his officers were called in to save several people trapped in homes and vehicles on Monday and Tuesday. “We had four males in Fort Road, Bathlodge and Bendals, 11 … Continued
The public is invited to the official Ceremony for the Territory’s first ever Poet Laureate, Dr. Richard Georges on Friday, November 13 at 7:00 p.m at the Eileen Parsons Auditorium at HLSCC. The evening will explore the power of poetry in our lives through featured performances by the Callaloo Poets, a screening of the three-part … Continued
Press Release Launched September 17, the BVI Meals program has been providing free meals once per day, five days a week to the BVI community in Tortola and Virgin Gorda. Begun by Guana Fund and implemented by the chefs and staff of Pirate’s Bight and Guana Island, BVI Meals has been joined by the Bitter End … Continued
