While the government seeks to implement a basket of goods at cheaper prices, health officials on the other hand want to ensure there is a basket of healthy foods for the population. That’s according to Acting Chief Medical Officer Dr. Ronald Georges who spoke recently on the Eat Well Guide which was launched a few … Continued
Amid active investigations into three fatal shootings this year, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has confirmed it lacks the capacity to conduct local ballistic testing and faces inconsistent access to surveillance footage across the affected areas. The victims Quentin Noel , Nyron Erickson, and Eric Albert, were killed in separate incidents in Purcell, West … Continued
The Destination Digital report launched last week by BVI Finance, reveals the strategic priorities, challenges, and jurisdictional considerations facing global fintech businesses. BVI Finance says that based on the views of 451 fintech executives from the world’s major financial hubs, it finds a striking 94% of global fintech leaders consider cross-border growth either critical or … Continued
While the Virgin Islands faces increased scrutiny in its financial services sector it is important that they continue to market the territory’s offerings. That’s according to Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. Natalio Wheatley who spoke on the sidelines of the Fintech on the Seas Conference held here recently. The conference focused on dialogue, exploration, … Continued
The influx of the sargassum seaweed is directly related to climate change and Environmental Officials want to ensure all the factors related to this global phenomenon are factored into the Road Town Development partnership. Wednesday marked the first town hall meeting dedicated to the Project. The meeting brought together members of the business community, Government … Continued
A talk show host is inviting parents to visit the Elmore Stoutt High School to see the conditions under which their children are receiving an education. During the radio programme Speak Out BVI, host Kishma Penn spoke about the limited classrooms in the school which has resulted in a number of teachers not having a … Continued
Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has confirmed that she has formally reapplied for the position of Commissioner of Police. Her statement follows a period in which she has overseen key law enforcement operations, including successful firearms and ammunition seizures. During a recent press exchange, Vanterpool was asked about her interest in the permanent … Continued
The British Virgin Islands House of Assembly came together for a solemn yet celebratory sitting last week to honour the life and legacy of Hon. Eileene Lucia Parsons, OBE, a pioneering political leader, cultural matriarch, and territorial icon who passed away on June 22, just weeks shy of her 95th birthday. But unlike many tributes … Continued
