During recent Standing Finance Committee (SFC) deliberations, BVI Fire Services Chief Fire Officer Zebalon McLean outlined major challenges facing the department including a lack of personnel, equipment, and support. Quoting the SFC report, McLean shared that “One of the issues they faced with filling vacancies was that with reduced budgets, they were unable to get … Continued
Two students from the Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre, Tre Williams and Kymani Smith, have entered into an apprenticeship program to gain hands-on career experience. Williams and Smith will work two days per week in retail positions at Riteway Pasea as part of the program. This opportunity is part of the learning centre’s mission to … Continued
His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition has declared its unwavering support for the government’s stance against Governor John Rankin’s request for increased authority to implement reforms stemming from the Commission of Inquiry (COI) recommendations. During a press conference on Tuesday, January 9th, Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton expressed deep concern regarding the Governor’s intentions. He emphasized the Opposition’s … Continued
The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has announced the handover of keys to the new Jost Van Dyke Multipurpose Educational Facility to the school’s principal ahead of the upcoming term. The new school provides a safe, inclusive learning environment for students on Jost Van Dyke. Its impact as a Multipurpose facility is expected … Continued
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley says House of Assembly members are unanimously disappointed by outgoing Governor John Rankin’s intent to seek additional authority from the United Kingdom. Rankin revealed that he intends to seek additional powers for the Governor’s Office to boost the implementation of reforms related to the Commission of Inquiry. In response, Wheatley said … Continued
The trial of former Premier Andrew Fahie on drug and money laundering charges has been delayed by another two weeks, now scheduled to begin January 22nd. This following a previous delay from January 8th to January 10th, to facilitate a hearing on January 8th, following motions filed by the prosecution that have been objected to … Continued
Regional airline LIAT has announced it will wind down operations and close on January 24th. News broke in reports by Barbados Today after their news desk obtained a copy of a letter signed by LIAT Administrator Cleveland Seaforth, dated January 4th 2024. “After careful consideration and evaluation of the present operations, a decision has been … Continued
Outgoing Governor John Rankin has stated his intention to ask the United Kingdom for expanded powers and an extended deadline for implementing reforms in the British Virgin Islands. Rankin expressed doubt that the government can meet the current May 2024 target, despite two prior deadline adjustments at their request. He noted only one additional reform … Continued
The trial of former Premier Andrew Fahie has been delayed once more, briefly pushed back from its previously scheduled January 8th start date. The trial is now set to commence on January 10th. The postponement comes to allow Judge Kathleen Williams to hold a hearing on January 8th, following recent motions filed by the prosecution … Continued
The Virgin Islands Search And Rescue (VISAR) had their most successful Christmas carolling fundraiser yet, raising over $1700 this season. For one night only, VISAR volunteers visited local anchorages and restaurants to spread holiday cheer through Christmas carols. While carolling, they collected donations from boats and businesses to support VISAR’s operational costs. According to the … Continued
