The Office of Gender Affairs is celebrating men this month by promoting health and wellness as part of Men’s Health Week from June 13 to 17. The week of activities will focus on building healthy environments for men and boys by creating physically, mentally and emotionally healthy environments in the home, workplace and social settings. … Continued
The Inland Revenue Department is introducing a new online Tax Receivable System to empower the taxpaying community and enhance tax collections. The upgraded system, Standard Integrated Government Tax Administration System – SIGTAS 3.0, automates the administration of all taxes and licences. Commissioner of Inland Revenue Mrs. Karen Smith-Aaron said SIGTAS 3.0 is scheduled to go … Continued
In an official correspondence the Deputy Governor of the Virgin Islands Mr. David D Archer Jr. issued a statement following the announcement by Health Minister on Mask Mandates. The statement by Deputy Governor David D Archer stated, “Following the statement (attached) ‘Adjusting Public Health Measures in the Current Context of COVID-19’ issued by Honourable Marlon … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority’s (BVIHSA) Emergency Management Team is working overtime to prepare the Territory’s main health care service provider for any unforeseen disaster. This preparation is especially urgent, considering the Atlantic hurricane season commenced this month. Therefore, the BVIHSA is pleased to announce that a main feature of its disaster preparedness … Continued
Today June 14th, 2022 Hon. Mark Vanterpool 4th District Representative has issued a statement after rumors began circulating about him resigning as a member of the House of Assembly. Vanterpool said, “I make this statement in light of the false rumors which are circulating. I wish to make it very clear to my constituents of … Continued
Yesterday Sunday June 12th, 2022 competitors in the BVI Tourist Board Tablescaping competition transformed the Governors House into world wind of colors and creativity at the 2022 Tablescaping competition. The BVI Tablescaping Junior Competition (formerly the Janice Nibbs-Blyden National Table Setting Competition) saw six highly trained table setters paired with professional florists and event designers … Continued
Volunteer Konect celebrated its 3rd Annual Volunteer Week in the Virgin Islands from 1st to 7th June 2022. As part of this year’s celebration, the organisation hosted its first ever Mr. and Ms. Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) contest and announce the winners at the Volunteer Konnect Fair last Saturday. It was a joint effort among many … Continued
I happened to see a copy of a document outlining the Unity Government’s response to date to the COI’s recommendations. If that is authentic, it mirrors in some ways the situation of the Territory in the 1930’s and the 1940’s. Between 1934 and 1943 the B. V. I. was governed by the most dictatorial Commissioner … Continued
In 2007 Terry Donovan saw an opportunity to encourage travel and attract revenue to the British Virgin Islands during the off-peak season. At that time, he was producing the Miss World BVI Pageant – official Preliminary to the Miss World Pageant. He noted that media and fashion influencers whom he had invited to judge the … Continued
For the Love of Summer! Summer Sizzle BVI will make a triumphant return to the breathtaking shores of the British Virgin Islands for its 12th Anniversary scheduled for – July 20 – 25, 2022 after a two-year hiatus due to Covid19 pandemic! The Experience will be Epic! “The British Virgin Islands is the perfect getaway … Continued
