Education Minister Sharie De Castro has given an explanation as to why the work is taking so long to rebuild the Althea Scatliffe Primary School (ASPS) which was demolished more than a year ago. This concern was raised by Talk Show host Kishma Penn during the ‘Speak Out BVI’ programme. Penn called on the Minister … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has published its inaugural National Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Proliferation Financing Risk Assessment of Legal Persons and Legal Arrangements, reaffirming the Territory’s commitment to global standards on transparency, beneficial ownership, and the prevention of financial crime. The risk assessment—mandated under the revised Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Recommendations … Continued
The Virgin Islands will for the first time host the Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation (CARILEC) 2025 Lineworkers Symposium and Rodeo next weekend. This historic three-day event will bring 33 skilled utility members together from throughout the Caribbean region to showcase their expertise, technical skills and commitment to safety work practices through daily demonstrations. The … Continued
119 persons are now British Overseas Territories Citizens following two ceremonies held at Government House on 25th and 28th March. During the ceremonies, the newly naturalised individuals heard congratulatory remarks from His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Daniel Pruce, Premier of the Virgin Islands, Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley, and Registrar General, Mrs. Tashi O’Flaherty-Maduro. During … Continued
Ms. Carlene Herbert has been appointed Supervisor of Elections effective 10th March. Ms. Herbert joins the Public Service with more than 20 years of experience in governance, administration and communications within the public sector. Deputy Governor, Mr. David D. Archer, Jr. welcomed Ms. Herbert to the role, noting that the Office of the Supervisor of … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is set to host the Glasgow 2026 King’s Baton Relay (KBR) from May 16–21, 2025, as part of the build-up to the 23rd edition of the Commonwealth Games. The BVI will be the 10th stop on the Baton’s global journey through the 74 Commonwealth nations and territories. In a press … Continued
The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College’s (HLSCC) Centre for Applied Marine Studies (CAMS) recently completed an exciting new project aimed at bolstering the Territory’s capacity to monitor and research coral reefs using advanced imaging technology. Funded by the UK Darwin Plus Initiative, the project involves training a first cohort of conservation professionals, the acquisition of … Continued
There is some good news for the BVI and the rest of the Caribbean as Tropical Shipping has been exempted from $1 Million Port Fee Tariffs. Many businesses here feared that if the proposed fee increase went into effect it would mean higher costs for goods and services coming into the territory. This would have … Continued
The countdown is on for one of the Caribbean’s most anticipated celebrations of womanhood, leadership, and legacy. On June 27, 2025, during the vibrant Caribbean POSH Weekend in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, the region will gather for an unforgettable night of empowerment at the Caribbean POSH ICON Woman Awards. This elegant event honors bold, … Continued
The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) are they are proud to announce the official team representing the Virgin Islands at the upcoming 2025 CARILEC Lineworkers Rodeo, Symposium, and Field Safety Training, taking place on April 27 on home soil in Tortola, British Virgin Islands. This year’s event marks a historic first for the Territory as the … Continued
