During a recent sitting of the House of Assembly, Minister for Health and Welfare, the Honourable Vincent Wheatley, announced the public release of the Final Report of the Social Assistance in the British Virgin Islands Review. Minister Wheatley explained that the urgency surrounding the review was driven by the government’s intention to evaluate existing systems … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has provided official confirmation on a previously reported drug bust that involved a Tortola-linked vessel operating in the waters of Anguilla. In a brief statement, the RVIPF disclosed that the operation was a result of a joint international anti-narcotic smuggling effort, which involved the United Kingdom National Crime … Continued
Tragedy struck on Saturday, July 8th, as a trailer office belonging to the Water and Sewerage Department, located in Baughers Bay, Tortola, caught fire. The incident has caused significant damage to the structure. Images seen by our newsdesk show plumes of thick smoke billowing from the structure as officers of the Virgin Islands Fire and … Continued
Our newsdesk has received reports of a purported drug bust that took place in Sandy Ground Anguilla on Friday, July 7th. According to initial information, authorities apprehended a boat during the operation, and it is alleged that the vessel either originated from Tortola or is registered to the territory. A video in circulation captured the … Continued
In response to the recent armed robbery at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park, Minister of Communications and Works, Honourable Kye Rymer, convened an emergency meeting this week with key stakeholders to address the incident and collaborate on robust strategies to enhance security measures at the popular site. The agencies represented at the meeting … Continued
Deputy Premier, Minister for Financial Services, Trade and Labour the Honourable Lorna Smith, OBE, delivered a passionate speech at the Financial Services Forum last week, emphasising her dedication to driving the growth of the financial services sector. She expressed her delight in the government’s recognition of its importance and the establishment of a dedicated ministry, … Continued
The resolution to initiate the territory’s first-ever referendum, on Same-Sex Marriage, has been gazetted. Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley made the announcement during a brief update on current matters on Friday. Premier Wheatley further elaborated that if the resolution successfully passes in the House of Assembly, a date for the referendum will be announced … Continued
On Friday, Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio Wheatley addressed the public briefly regarding two significant developments that could potentially shape the relationship between the Virgin Islands and the United Kingdom in the near future. Earlier that day, it was announced that the Minister for Overseas Territories, the Rt. Honourable Lord Zac Goldsmith has resigned from … Continued
Following the armed robbery at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park on Saturday Afternoon, the members of the National Security Council (NSC) were briefed by the Commissioner of Police on the incident. To bolster public safety and provide reassurance to the community, the NSC has ordered an increased security presence at the Cyril B. … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is appealing to the public for witnesses to come forward following a robbery that occurred at the Cyril B Romney Tortola Pier Park on Saturday. Authorities have confirmed that the two individuals clad in white, captured on video while discharging firearms, were fleeing on foot after targeting the … Continued
