Residents across the British Virgin Islands are being urged to prepare for potential flooding as forecasters warn of heavy rainfall that could dump up to eight inches of rain over the Territory. The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) issued a release on Wednesday afternoon, warning of deteriorating conditions beginning Thursday and lasting through the weekend. … Continued
Responding to questions from Second District Representative Honourable Melvin Turnbull, Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley addressed the House of Assembly on the status of the Brewers Bay Restrooms and Waste Water Management Facility. Premier Wheatley noted ongoing technical issues with the facility’s electrical connection delaying its opening, a matter he said would be resolved … Continued
The Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent Wheatley, recently provided an update on the development of the Sexual Offenses Registry Bill. The minister, who assured the House of Assembly that the government is dedicated to safeguarding children and enhancing public safety through the establishment of a comprehensive sex offender registry, spoke in response … Continued
The British Virgin Islands has again been recognized among the Caribbean’s most elite destinations, securing 10th place in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Islands in the Caribbean and Atlantic. The list, determined by 575,048 traveller votes cast for this year, reinforces the territory’s status as a destination celebrated by its visitors. … Continued
The Department of Disaster Management has issued air quality and heat index warnings for the Virgin Islands as a surge of Saharan Dust sweeps through the region. The advisory, issued Thursday, cautions that air quality is expected to be “moderate to high” for the next several days. When air quality is described as “moderate to … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands recently celebrated another milestone in the ongoing Housing Recovery Assistance Programme, with the completion of a new social home for Jost Van Dyke resident, Mr. Carlton Hendricks. The home was officially handed over by the Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley, who emphasized the impact … Continued
Miss Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, Tresand Sharpe, is set to represent the territory as contestant number 1 in the Caribbean Federation of Police Welfare Associations’ (CFPWA) True Blue Beauty Pageant. The pageant takes place this Friday in Antigua and Barbuda. In an interview with 284 Media’s Jhaka Wooding, Sharpe reflected on her journey leading … Continued
Following Honourable Julian Fraser’s political realignment, the Virgin Islands Government has undergone a minor cabinet reshuffle, shifting the responsibilities of several key ministries and departments. Fraser’s entry into Premier Natalio Wheatley’s administration has resulted in a number of adjustments. Fraser has been appointed as the new Deputy Premier and will oversee a revamped Ministry portfolio, … Continued
Honourable Julian Fraser, the Member for the Third Electoral District and Chairman of the Progressive United Party (PU), has realigned politically, rejoining the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) Government after years of separation from that party. Fraser’s move to the Government benches comes with a key appointment—he has been named Deputy Premier, a title previously held … Continued
1FirstBank account holders in the British Virgin Islands faced a significant issue today as many reported that their account balances had disappeared. The problem appears to have affected both personal and business accounts across the territory. Some customers have reported seeing zero or negative balances in their accounts, while others have been unable to make purchases … Continued
