BVI Health Services Authority invites public to join Crisis Intervention Team training

The British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) is inviting members of the public to participate in this year’s Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training, aimed at equipping individuals with the skills needed to respond effectively during community emergencies. The training, scheduled for March 27, 2026, will focus on building resilience and delivering human-centred crisis response … Continued

Lorraine Wheatley named Sister Islander of the Quarter

Anegada native Lorraine Wheatley has been recognised as Sister Islander of the Quarter in the first Sister Islands Newsletter of 2026, highlighting her contributions to business, community development and resilience in the Virgin Islands. Wheatley, who was born on Anegada to the late Lowell Wheatley and Vivian Wheatley, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management … Continued

BVI Chamber of Commerce hosts regional trade mission to strengthen Caribbean business ties

The BVI Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a regional trade mission that brought together business representatives from Guadeloupe, Antigua and Saint Lucia, creating new opportunities for strengthening commercial partnerships and expanding intra-Caribbean trade. The visiting delegation arrived aboard an MSC cruise vessel and participated in a networking and engagement session held at Cyril B. Romney … Continued

HLSCC student Keon Reece awarded 2026 GraceKennedy Money Services scholarship

Finance major Keon Reece has been named the recipient of the 2026 HLSCC x GraceKennedy Money Services Annual Scholarship, an award recognising academic achievement and leadership potential among students at H. Lavity Stoutt Community College. Reflecting on receiving the scholarship, Reece said he felt both honoured and grateful for the opportunity. “I feel extremely honoured … Continued

Francis Lettsome Primary leads 2026 Inter-Primary Schools Athletics after pre-events

Francis Lettsome Primary School is currently leading the standings following the pre-events of the 2026 Inter-Primary Schools Athletics Championships, accumulating 63 points ahead of the main competition. Bregado Flax Educational Centre Primary Division sits in second place with 52 points, while Enis Adams Primary School holds third with 46 points. Joyce Samuel Primary School follows … Continued

REPORTS EMERGE OF NURSES ABSENT ON JVD AND TORTOLA AMID COMPENSATION ISSUES

Community nurses assigned to the islands of Jost Van Dyke and Tortola failed to report to work on Thursday, March 12th, prompting speculation about possible industrial action. 284 Media received reports that nurses had taken strike action linked to issues related to pay and funding. The British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA), however, said … Continued

Eastern Caribbean Court of Appeal sides with telecom operators in TRC levy dispute

The Eastern Caribbean Court of Appeal has ruled in favour of telecommunications operators, Caribbean Cellular Telephone, BVI Cable TV Limited, Digicel (BVI) Limited and Cable & Wireless (BVI) Limited, in a longstanding dispute over the calculations and use of the telecommunications levy. In a unanimous decision, the court upheld the decision handed down by the … Continued