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
The Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye Rymer, has announced a record-breaking number of vehicle registrations in the Virgin Islands, emphasizing the need for enhanced road safety measures amidst the surge in vehicle ownership. Addressing the House of Assembly recently, Minister Rymer revealed that a remarkable 19,982 vehicles were licensed in 2023, marking a … Continued
The British Virgin Islands is positioning itself to emerge as a world-leading hub for the burgeoning digital assets sector, anchored by a robust new regulatory framework and ecosystem for innovative fintech businesses, according to Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services Hon. Lorna Smith, OBE. Addressing the International Arbitration Centre conference, Smith outlined the Territory’s … Continued
The United Nations (UN) Special Committee on Decolonisation (C-24) has approved the British Virgin Islands’ request for an official visiting mission. Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley made the announcement on Friday, March 15, as he expressed his satisfaction with the decision, noting the importance of this development in shaping the territory’s constitutional future. The … Continued
In a recent session of the House of Assembly, Deputy Speaker and Territorial At-Large Representative Hon. Stacy Mather brought attention to a longstanding question perplexing the community: the purpose of the enigmatic third lane adjacent to the Queen Elizabeth II Park. Directing his inquiries to the Minister for Communications and Works, Hon. Kye Rymer, Mather … Continued
The repair works to the damaged incinerator at Pockwood Pond are nearing completion according to a recent update by the Honourable Vincent Wheatley, the Minister for Health and Social Development. Speaking during a recent sitting of the House of Assembly, Wheatley presented a comprehensive overview of the British Virgin Islands’ waste management initiatives, highlighting significant … Continued
In celebrating International Women’s Day on March 8th, Minister for Health and Social Development Hon. Vincent Wheatley has paid tribute to the remarkable accomplishments of women in the Virgin Islands while reaffirming the Territory’s commitment to gender equality and empowerment. In a recent statement Wheatley extended warm wishes to all women in the BVI for … Continued
