International Women’s Day is a marker in our calendars to cause us to pause and recognise the accomplishments of women and girls. This year I felt it was important to salute the political trailblazer who stood up in 1971 to pave the way for thirty of us to follow in her footsteps. Mrs. Millicent Mercer also known as Ms. Milli, showed courage and fortitude in … Continued
The government of the Virgin Islands will be waiving the cruising permit fees of $4 for all Virgin Islanders and Belongers. This was revealed by Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Andrew Fahie during a press conference today Friday March 11. According to the Premier, the removal of the fee for all locals is to … Continued
A total of 7 detainees including 5 Haitian nationals and 2 Venezuelans have escaped immigration custody over the last two days in the British Virgin Islands. This was confirmed by the Immigration Department on Friday March 11, as they revealed that an intense search is underway to recapture the escapees. According to the department, the … Continued
Deputy Premier and Minister for Agriculture Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley has called out the Opposition Leader and his National Democratic Party for allegedly neglecting agriculture in the territory during their last two terms in office. The Deputy Premier’s comments came in response to criticism made by Leader of the Opposition Marlon Penn during the … Continued
Flemming House are the champions of this year’s Elmore Stoute High School Inter-House Championship after winning by a whopping 130 points to dethrone the defending champions Lettsome House. Also referred to as House 3, Flemming House was crowned the winning house after amassing a total of 947 points. Second place went to O’Neal House with … Continued
Active positive COVID-19 cases in the British Virgin Islands are now down to just 3, with no local cases presently recorded. This is according to Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Carvin Malone who made the disclosure during the VIP Let’s Talk radio programme last night. He said the previous positive cases have clinically … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Andrew Fahie has said that his government’s stance to reject the unfavourable terms of the United Kingdom’s $426 million loan guarantee was a wise decision. The premier’s comment on the subject came during the 3-year anniversary of his party’s time in office and following the rising inflation being experienced … Continued
This evening at an International Women’s Day Dinner, local political activist and host of “Cut Deep” Cindy Rosan publicly declared her candidacy as an Independent At-Large Candidate in the next general elections. She was at the time giving the vote of thanks and stated that the decision was one she wrestled with for sometime. More to … Continued
Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Carvin Malone is calling for a celebration of local women and girls and supporting gender equality as part of International Women’s Day Celebrations. This year, the day is being observed under the theme “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow” and it focuses on climate change, adaptation, mitigation … Continued
11 women from across different government departments and 4 girls from local schools were all honoured by the Office of Gender Affairs for their contribution in climate change and disaster risk reduction management in the BVI. The 11 women are Abby Christopher, Tessa Smith-Claxton, Angela Barnett-Penn, Pearline George, Atoya George, Argel Horton, Rozina Norris-Gumbs, Stacy-Ann … Continued
