Persons with illegal water connections could be taken before the court if they do not stop this practice. Government in a release says it will be taking firm action to address irregularities in water consumption and billing in the Territory. Government has declared water a national priority, recognising its vital role in sustaining communities, supporting … Continued
The Virgin Islands has officially launched a five-day Breastfeeding and Lactation Counsellor Training Programme as part of its efforts to earn Baby-Friendly Hospital certification for the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital. The initiative marks a significant step toward aligning with international health standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF. Speaking at the … Continued
The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) is actively monitoring a developing weather system in the Atlantic, identified as Invest 91L, which could pose a potential threat to the Virgin Islands in the coming days. According to the latest update, the disturbance is currently located approximately 2,000 miles east-southeast of the Territory and is moving slowly … Continued
Persons paying their license at the Department of Motor Vehicles will now have to pay an additional fee. The Derelict Vehicle Disposal Fee implemented by the Ministry of Health and Social Development is now in effect and is being collected in accordance with the Derelict Vehicles Disposal Act, 2000. Motorists will have to pay this … Continued
Road improvement works in Paraquita Bay are moving ahead steadily. Managing Director of Northam Construction, Lordon Hamlet has provided an official update on the ongoing road improvement works in Paraquita Bay, highlighting steady progress. Project scheduled to be completed by Sunday September 7th. Speaking during a site visit, Hamlet noted that key phases of the project … Continued
Film Commissioner of the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board and Film Commission (BVITBFC), Natalie Hodge sat down with 284 Media this week to share exciting details about the inaugural 284 Excellence Film Festival (284XFF) a cultural event set to premiere in the British Virgin Islands from October 30 to November 2, 2025.With the theme “Uniting … Continued
Host of Honestly Speaking Claude Skelton Cline has decried the mishandling of assistance for Seniors. During his programme Tuesday evening, Skelton Cline said he is concerned about the stringent measures in place at the Social Development Department for Seniors to get basic assistance. Skelton Cline said these persons are seeking help but the process they … Continued
Government said it has officially brought the Public Assistance (Amendment) Act, 2024 into force, which it says strengthen the legal framework for delivering social support to the most vulnerable. The release said the Notice, made by the Minister for Health and Social Development and published in the Virgin Islands Gazette on 31 August 2025, appointed … Continued
Health and Social Development Minister Vincent Wheatley has called on the community to raise awareness and take action during World Alzheimer’s Month. As the Virgin Islands joins the global observance of World Alzheimer’s Month this September, Minister for Health and Social Development Vincent Wheatley has shared a message of support and renewed commitment to the … Continued
