Residents of the Virgin Islands are being advised to pay close attention and prepare for possible effects of Tropical Storm Fiona, which is expected to affect the territory this weekend. According to a recent weather advisory from the Department of Disaster Management, the center of Tropical Storm Fiona was located near latitude 16.6 degrees North, … Continued
The Gateway to your Getaway starts when you turn the first page to a fountain of information, news worthy articles, great savings and interesting insights. At TPPL, we continue to look at new ways to connect to the glocal (local and global) market by providing a snapshot of the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park … Continued
Since 2007, when the Department of Conservation & Fisheries took the lead for annual BVI International Coastal Cleanups, numerous organisations and individuals have pitched in to clean up our beaches and waterways. Thanks to the 17 million volunteers around the globe who have supported this effort over the past 35 years, 348 million pounds of … Continued
HireBVI will host Adopt a Classroom initiative on October 5. The Adopt a Classroom Initiative, under the theme “The Future is Now” invites students that would love the chance for their classroom to win school and stationery supplies to complete a form at www.hirebvi.com/adoptaclassroom. Upon completion, the classroom will be entered into a raffle for … Continued
Governor of the Virgin Islands his Excellency John Rankin CMG in an official declaration stated that “whereas it is provided by section 5 of the Public Holidays Act (Cap.199) that it shall be lawful for the Governor with the advice of the cabinet to issue a proclamation appointing a special day to be reserved as … Continued
The following is commentary from Dr. Charles H. Wheatley. One of the weak links in leadership in the British Virgin Islands is Communication. Many of our leaders with other excellent qualities fail to be successful leaders due to inadequate communication skills. That is the main reason why I choose to reflect on this quality … Continued
Supervisor of Elections, Ms. Scherrie Griffin has said that the Preliminary Voters’ List for 2022 is available for inspection beginning September 9. Ms. Griffin said in accordance with Section 18 (5)(b) of the Elections Act, 1994 and Amendments, the list is available for inspection for a period of ten days ending on September 19. The … Continued
Persons who are desirous of purchasing lands and property in the Virgin Islands will now have the information they need readily available following a change in the present policy. Minister for Natural Resources and Labour, Honourable Melvin Turnbull said the change in policy is expected to come into effect on Wednesday September 21, and will … Continued
Her Majesty The Queen passed away on 8 September 2022 after 70 years of loyal public service. Further details will be issued concerning the funeral, for which the Territory will be invited to observe two minutes’ silence in honour of Her Majesty The Queen. The Union Flag has been half-masted at the Governor’s Office and … Continued
Elvia Smith- Maduro has been appointed acting Permanent Secretary in the Premier’s Office. As Acting Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Smith- Maduro will be responsible for providing advice, assistance and administrative support on the formulation of policy for the ministry, its departments and the Government as a whole. She will also coordinate and manage the functions of … Continued
