Hon. Julian Fraser, Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment of the British Virgin Islands, delivered his closing remarks as outgoing Chair of the OECS Council of Ministers: Environmental Sustainability at the 12th regular meeting in Antigua and Barbuda. Fraser thanked the host country, incoming Chair Hon. Sir Molwyn Joseph, fellow ministers, and regional partners for … Continued
Questions are being asked on whether rats are having a field day at the Ralph T O’Neal Administration Building in Roadtown. The administration building was damaged seven years ago by hurricane Irma and despite the works being done to repair it, the building it is yet to be completed. During the recent Alliance Radio Show, … Continued
The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court will officially commence its New Law Year on January 10, 2025, with a ceremonial opening under the theme “Accessibility and Awareness – The ECSC Bridging the Gap Through Community Engagement.” This annual event highlights the court’s ongoing commitment to fostering closer ties with communities across its nine jurisdictions. The ceremonial … Continued
Premier Natalio Wheatley has announced a revenue projection of $407.93 million for the British Virgin Islands in 2025, a marked increase over the estimated $382.67 million for 2024. During his recent budget address, Premier Wheatley highlighted that $379.89 million of the projected 2025 revenue would come from tax sources, including payroll, property, and international trade … Continued
In his Budget Address delivered on November 11, Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley emphasized the government’s ongoing commitment to education in the British Virgin Islands, outlining both achievements from 2024 and future plans aimed at strengthening the Territory’s educational infrastructure. In the 2025 budget, over $5.2 million has been earmarked for critical capital acquisition … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has announced plans to merge the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) with the Water and Sewerage Department (WSD) by 2025, reigniting a proposal initially announced in 2013 under the National Democratic Party (NDP) which was never realized. Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, made the declaration … Continued
The Office of the Deputy Governor has announced that all public offices across the British Virgin Islands (BVI) are expected to open today at 11:00 a.m. following intense overnight rainfall that has led to flooding and landslides in multiple communities. The office noted that the Public Works Department (PWD) is currently clearing affected areas, working … Continued
The Right Honourable Stephen Doughty, the United Kingdom’s Minister of State for Europe, North America, and Overseas Territories, is visiting the Virgin Islands from November 4 to 6, 2024. Doughty’s visit focuses on assessing the territory’s progress in implementing governance reforms and financial transparency measures in response to the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) recommendations. During … Continued
Public Officers across the Virgin Islands will be observing Public Service Week 2024 from November 10 to 16 under the theme, “Unity in Service: Our Public Service Standing Together”. The week is observed annually with an aim of encouraging togetherness through friendly competition and activities. The week also provides opportunities for community engagements and allows … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands is set to host the 67th Session of the Caribbean Meteorological Council (CMC67) from November 18 to 22. This high-profile event will bring together regional ministers, permanent secretaries, and directors responsible for meteorology from across the Caribbean, with discussions focused on strengthening climate and weather response capabilities amid the … Continued
