PENSION SYSTEM TO BE REVIEWED BY JUNE 2025

The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands is set to review the current pension system by June 2025 as part of a broader pension reform strategy aimed at addressing financial sustainability and the needs of retirees. Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, made the announcement in the House of Assembly while responding … Continued

NO PLANS TO MERGE RVIPF, CUSTOMS, AND IMMIGRATION

Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, has confirmed that his government has no plans to merge the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) with His Majesty’s Customs and Immigration. His statement came during the House of Assembly on Thursday, February 13, in response to questions posed by Opposition Leader Hon. Ronnie … Continued

LANDSLIDE WIN FOR PNP IN TCI ELECTIONS

The Progressive National Party secured a commanding victory in the Turks and Caicos Islands general election, winning 16 of 19 available seats in results announced early Friday morning. Premier Washington Misick’s PNP maintained its dominant position, building on its 2021 performance when it won 14 of 15 seats. The opposition People’s Democratic Movement, led by … Continued

PREMIER REFUTES “MISINFORMED AND MALICIOUS” ALLEGATIONS ON BVI’S FINANCIAL REGULATIONS

Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley has strongly rejected allegations published by The Guardian that accuse the British Virgin Islands (BVI) of attempting to evade a financial crime crackdown. The article, titled “British Virgin Islands accused of ‘shameful’ attempt to avoid financial crime crackdown”, claims the territory’s leadership is in dispute with the United Kingdom … Continued

PREMIER HIGHLIGHTS ‘MATURE AND FRUITFUL’ RELATIONSHIP WITH GOVERNOR

Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, has described his working relationship with His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce as one of mutual respect, maturity, and productive dialogue. Speaking at a recent press conference in response to a media question, Premier Wheatley emphasized the improved collaboration between his office and Governor Pruce. Premier … Continued

TRIO REVEAL PLANS TO ENGAGE OTHER OPPOSITION MEMBERS

Three members of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, Hon. Myron Walwyn, Hon. Melvin “Mitch” Turnbull, and Hon. Stacey Mather, addressed the public today during a press conference, clarifying the absence of their three fellow Opposition colleagues. When questioned about the missing members, the trio stated that discussions are ongoing and that outreach efforts have been made. … Continued

WALWYN CRITICIZES UNFINISHED ROAD PROJECTS, TERRITORY MAINTENANCE

Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has criticized the British Virgin Islands government’s handling of infrastructure projects, particularly questioning the management of unfinished roadworks across the territory. “If the government has a plan to fix the roads, they are certainly doing a great job at hiding it,” Walwyn said, pointing to incomplete road projects initiated during … Continued

PREMIER UPDATES ON 64-POINT ACTION PLAN TO STRENGTHEN FINANCIAL SAFEGUARDS

Premier Dr the Hon. Natalio Wheatley recently provided an update on the territory’s progress with implementing reforms to combat money laundering and terrorist financing. The territory is working to address 64 specific recommendations outlined in a February 2024 Mutual Evaluation Report, conducted on behalf of the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force. The evaluation has prompted … Continued