The Government of the Virgin Islands has renewed its engagement with Westminster following the reconstitution of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on the British Virgin Islands (BVI APPG). The informal group brings together parliamentarians who share an interest in the British Virgin Islands and provides a forum for discussion of issues affecting the Territory. While APPGs … Continued
Two staff members of the House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands participated in a regional workshop focused on the use of artificial intelligence and digital technologies to modernise parliamentary operations. The Caribbean Regional Workshop, titled “Applying AI and Digital Solutions to Modernise Parliamentary Practice,” was held from 12 to 13 September 2026 at Florida … Continued
The Speaker of the House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands, Honourable Corine N. George-Massicote, has launched the second issue of the House’s official newsletter, House Matters. The latest edition builds on the inaugural issue, which was released during the 75th anniversary of the restoration of legislation in the Virgin Islands. According to the House … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands says it has completed 63 per cent of the actions outlined under its Governance Reform programme, with 95 of 151 actions now completed. The latest progress marks a significant stage in the Territory’s ongoing governance transformation, which has moved beyond the targeted implementation of the 48 recommendations from the … Continued
The British Virgin Islands has concluded its inaugural Financial Services Trade Mission and Road Show to India, marking what officials describe as a significant step in the Territory’s efforts to expand its financial services footprint in Asia. Organised by the BVI Hong Kong Representative Office, the mission was held under the theme “BVI: A Strategic … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley is set to travel to Bermuda to participate in the Annual Caribbean Overseas Territories Caucus from September 8 to 10, 2026. The caucus will be held under the leadership of Bermuda Premier E. David Burt and is expected to bring together leaders from the Caribbean Overseas … Continued
Governor Daniel Pruce has assented to the Consumer Protection (Amendment) Act, 2026, bringing amendments to the Territory’s consumer protection framework into law. The legislation was passed by the House of Assembly on July 10, 2026, and amends the Consumer Protection Act, 2020. The legislation sets out the responsibilities of vendors providing goods and services in … Continued
British Virgin Islands Premier and Finance Minister Dr. Natalio Wheatley has positioned the territory as a long-term financial services partner for India, as the BVI seeks to deepen economic ties with the world’s rapidly expanding economy. Speaking on Monday, at the BVI’s first India Financial Services Roadshow, Wheatley said the event marked a “historical milestone” … Continued
Government is said to be entering the final stages of preparation for the jurisdiction’s inaugural Financial Services Trade Mission to India, a landmark initiative designed to position the British Virgin Islands (BVI) as a strategic partner in India’s accelerating global expansion. The mission is set for 24th to 31 August, and will take the BVI … Continued
Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises in the Virgin Islands are being offered an opportunity to strengthen their operations through a new three-part capacity-building programme from the Department of Trade, Investment Promotion & Consumer Affairs. The Government of the Virgin Islands, in partnership with the Caribbean Development Bank, is offering training in Business Continuity, Digital Marketing … Continued
