All public officers have officially transitioned to the new salary structure, marking a pivotal moment in the territory’s commitment to equitable compensation and professional development. The Department of Human Resources confirmed this achievement on Friday, announcing that 2499 public officers had been successfully converted ahead of the March 31 deadline. This conversion process follows the … Continued
The Virgin Islands Cabinet has approved the appointment of Mr. Kedrick Malone to serve as a ministerial adviser in the role of Governance Reform Delivery Manager and Chief Adviser to the Premier. In this position, Mr. Malone will also hold the title of Director of Strategy and Effectiveness for a three-year term spanning March 15, … Continued
The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has achieved another milestone with the successful completion of the Virgin Islands Law Enforcement Marine Base. This major infrastructure project will enhance safety, security and border protection capabilities in the Territory. Funded jointly by the Virgin Islands Government and the UK Government, the newly rebuilt Marine Base … Continued
Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye Rymer, is currently spearheading a delegation from the British Virgin Islands at the prestigious Seatrade Cruise Global 2024 event. Held in Miami, Florida, from April 8 to April 11, Seatrade Cruise Global is renowned as the world’s foremost annual gathering for the cruise industry, attracting top executives, stakeholders, … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has received reaffirmed issuer ratings of CariAA- (Foreign and Local Currency) on the Caribbean Information and Credit Rating Services Limited (CariCRIS) regional scale, showcasing the territory’s continued commitment to sound fiscal management and economic stability. The ratings, accompanied by a stable outlook, underscore the Virgin Islands’ resilience amidst global … Continued
The Sister Islands Programme Unit is actively recruiting Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteers from Anegada, Virgin Gorda, and Jost Van Dyke, aiming to bolster disaster preparedness and response efforts across the British Virgin Islands. Mrs. Monel Nickie, Coordinator of the Sister Islands Programme, emphasized the crucial role of CERT volunteers in addressing community needs … Continued
In the wake of the shooting incident that occurred this past Friday, March 22nd, leaving one man injured, the National Security Council (NSC) convened an urgent meeting on Monday to address the matter. During the meeting, the Commissioner of Police provided an update on the condition of the victim, Jeron Romney, as well as the … Continued
The Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change is reminding local fishers, stakeholders, and the general public of the upcoming closure of the fishing season for the Green Turtle and the Hawksbill Turtle. The ministry on Thursday emphasized the temporary halt in turtle fishing activities, which is scheduled to be in effect from April … Continued
The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has greenlit an increase in fees for a range of nationality services, slated to take effect from June 1. This decision was approved on November 14, 2023, and according to the Civil Registry and Passport Office, it aims to bolster its operations, aligning them with UK standards while also … Continued
In the wake of Deputy Governor David Archer Jr.’s threat to pursue legal action over defamatory statements made on Mika Barry’s Facebook page, the social media entertainment platform has issued a public apology. Mika Barry, known for its controversial-style entertainment through online videos, found itself embroiled in further controversy after allegations surfaced linking Deputy Governor … Continued
