WALWYN SAYS POLICE BILL IS “WOEFULLY INADEQUATE”

Opposition legislators have made clear the need to strengthen the Police Bill 2024. During a recent sitting of the House of Assembly on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, legislators highlighted its level of inadequate attention. One such voice was that of Sixth District Representative Hon. Myron V Walwyn. The motion to amend the Order Paper and … Continued

BVI’S GAMING & BETTING ACT TO BE IMPROVED IN 2025

His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce in his recent Speech from the Throne stated that improvements to the Virgin Islands Gaming and Betting Act 2020 are to be made during the Second Session of the Fifth House of Assembly (HOA). The Gaming and Betting Control Act establishes the framework for a regulated gaming industry including the … Continued

BVI Earns Spot on New York Times “52 Places to Go in 2025”

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has proudly secured the #33 spot on The New York Times’ highly anticipated “52 Places to Go in 2025” list. Released annually in early January, this prestigious compilation highlights must-visit destinations, setting the tone for global travel each year. Notably, the BVI is one of only two Caribbean destinations to … Continued

OVER 30,000 FORCED TO EVACUATE LA DUE TO WILDFIRES

The city of Los Angeles declared a state of emergency Tuesday night as strong winds spurred the rapid spread of multiple wildfires along the foothills on the northern edges of the city. The Pali-sades and Eaton fires were burning out of control in Los Angeles County as ferocious winds fueled the fast-moving blazes. Santa Monica … Continued

STUDENT REGISTRATIONS FOR 2025/2026 OPEN

The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports of the Virgin Islands has officially commenced the new student registrations for the 2025/2026 academic year. The registration period began on January 2, 2025, and will continue until April 30, 2025. Parents and guardians seeking to enrol students in public or private schools across the Virgin Islands … Continued

BVI TO HOST TOURISM SUMMIT AT PETER ISLAND RESORT

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sustainable Development, in partnership with the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board and the British Virgin Islands Yachting, Hotel and Tourism Association (BVIYHTA), is set to host the much-anticipated Virgin Islands Tourism Summit 2025. The event will take place on 16-17 January at the Peter Island resort, bringing together key … Continued

FUNERAL HOME INTRODUCES ITS MAJESTIC LIFE-LIKE VIEWING

It could be behind a piano, or with a glass of wine, whatever fits the character of the deceased by the request of the family as Majestic Life Funeral Home-Crematory services in the British Virgin Islands recently introduced for the first time to the BVI the Majestic Life-Like Viewing. This was done on Friday January … Continued

Natasha Chalwell Appointed Deputy Director of BVI TBFC

The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Natasha J. Chalwell as the new Deputy Director of Tourism. Mrs. Chalwell brings over two decades of expertise in tourism development, international marketing, and public relations to her new role. Her deep-rooted experience in the BVI’s hospitality … Continued

MATHER URGES PREMIER TO GET HELP WITH THE BVI’S FINANCES

Territorial At-Large Representative Hon. Stacey Mather during the debate session of the most recent budget address by the premier of the Virgin Islands spoke about the lack of fiscal planning taking place under the Wheatley lead administration. Mather said the government has money, yet seems to be wanting to save it instead of using it … Continued