MEN URGED TO SEEK REGULAR MEDICAL ADVICE IN HEALTH WEEK

Males across the Territory were encouraged to seek regular medical advice especially during the COVID-19 pandemic as the Territory observes Men’s Health Week this week. The Office of Gender Affairs spearheaded activities in an effort of heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and the early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. … Continued

GRANTS AVAILABLE FOR BVI HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM

The Government of the Virgin Islands along with other agencies and individuals will provide over 300 grants to persons who require financial assistance to participate in the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP). The CHIP programme offers a 10 to 12 course which teaches participants how to boost their health and lead healthier lifestyles. Deputy Premier … Continued

VIRGIN ISLANDS YOUTH PARLIAMENT NOMINEES COMPLETE TRAINING

Speaker of the House of Assembly Honourable Julian Willock said the Virgin Islands Youth Parliament is now poised with a cadre of promising youth following the completion of the final of three sessions to train nominees for the Virgin Islands Youth Parliament (VIYP). Speaker Honourable Willock in a statement said the nominees have been trained … Continued

20 BVI NATIONALS RELEASED FROM QUARANTINE

A total of 20 British Virgin Islands’ nationals have rejoined the community after completing their 14 days in quarantine and testing negative for COVID-19 virus. Deputy Premier and Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Carvin Malone made the announcement during the Tenth Sitting of the Second Session of the Fourth House of Assembly of … Continued

AN OPEN LETTER TO YOUNG BLACK PEOPLE: JOYCELYN MURRAINE

Former managing Director of Scotia Bank BVI, has penned and open letter to the youth of the region and by extension the world. She speaks candidly about her experiences with racism and the one thing that sets you apart. In her letter titled Excellence is the greatest weapon against racism and discrimination, she writes: When … Continued

14 COMPLETE RVIPF RECRUITMENT TRAINING

On Thursday June 18th, 2020, 14 officers passed out and officially became full-fledged Police Constables of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force. This cohort was inclusive of 8 males and 6 females. The ceremony was opened with reverence to the Almighty God and followed by an explosive rendition of the National Anthem and Territorial song … Continued

BERMUDA TO GET FIRST BLACK, FEMALE GOVERNOR

Caribbean National weekly HAMILTON, Bermuda – it was recently announced that Bermuda is to get its first female and first black Governor later this year. Government House said Rena Lalgie, who is married with two children, will succeed John Rankin in December 2020. Lalgie, who is currently the director of the Office of Financial Sanctions … Continued

PROPOSALS INVITED FOR INSURANCE ON ADMINISTRATION COMPLEX

The Government of the Virgin Islands through the Ministry of Transportation, Works and Utilities (MTWU) is seeking the services of a suitable locally based insurance company for the provision of insurance for the Ralph T. O’Neal Administration Complex. Procurement Coordinator, Mrs. Ishma Rhymer said the insurance being sought is for Contractor’s All Risk; Public Liability; … Continued

CGBBC CELEBRATES JUNE UNDER THE THEME OF PRAYER

Join our Senior Pastor as he prays for the House of Assembly and the wider Virgin Islands Community Heavenly Father, we are so thankful to be alive in this century at this time. We are indeed grateful for the shoulders of great men and woman of years gone by upon whose shoulders we stand today. … Continued