A number of changes will be made to the territory’s social policy in 2024, including an increase in monies received by beneficiaries of the Social Development Department. This is according to the Minister of Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent Wheatley. Minister Wheatley said the monies are allocated for this and other initiatives in the … Continued
Experts from the United Kingdom are here in the territory conducting a law enforcement and justice review with the respective government agencies responsible for upholding and enforcing the territory’s laws. Governor His Excellency John Rankin made the disclosure while appearing as a featured guest on the Government Business at its Best Table Talk programme last … Continued
The Constitutional Review Commission Report is completed and was recently submitted to His Excellency Governor John Rankin and Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley. Premier Wheatley described the completion of the report by the Constitutional Review Commission as a positive indication of constitutional progress and the evolution of the Virgin Islands democratic system. He said, … Continued
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has ruled that Venezuela must not take any action to seize the mineral and forest-rich county of Essequibo in Guyana based on its upcoming December 3 referendum. The order was given by Judge Joan E. Donoghue, President of the Court on Friday, who stated that “unanimously both parties shall refrain … Continued
Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley is in attendance at the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates which commenced today Thursday, November 30. The objective of this 28th annual United Nations (UN) climate change conference which runs until Wednesday, December 6 is to determine the responsibilities of governments, and other … Continued
The government has announced its plans to reduce its nearly $9 million in annual rent by completing repairs to the Ralph T O’Neal Administration Complex and other buildings housing government offices. Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley during his recent 2024 Budget Address, said his government will continue the rehabilitation works … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands intends to launch a Green Pledge Drive in the coming weeks as part of its plan to encourage residents and businesses to conform to the use of renewable energy products. Premier and Minister for the Environment and Climate Change Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley said the drive will be … Continued
The National Business Bureau is expected to be reinstated in 2024 after being dormant since 2019. Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio briefly announced the return of the national bureau during his 2024 Budget Address on Tuesday. In addition, the premier said a work management system will be implemented to ensure that nationals benefit from employment … Continued
First District Representative Dr. the Honourable Karl Dawson has described his first 100 days in office as rewarding. Dr. Dawson who is the Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries made the comment while appearing on 284 Media’s “Just for the Record, First 100 Days” series. As a first-time legislator, Dawson said the experience so far … Continued
The Department of Waste Management is making some progress in its plight to have the incinerator back online after receiving a shipment of parts needed for the Pockwood Pond facility. Director of Waste Management, Mr. Marcus Solomon confirmed in a media release on Wednesday that his department received a shipment containing transfer arms for the … Continued
