In a recent press conference, His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce reiterated the United Kingdom’s position on the issue of self-determination for the British Virgin Islands (BVI). The governor’s remarks come at a time when discussions surrounding the possibility of independence and increased autonomy for the territory have gained momentum. Governor Pruce affirmed that the UK’s … Continued
Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley, will lead a delegation of five officials to London from September 9 to 13, 2024, to engage in key discussions with the new United Kingdom (UK) Minister for Overseas Territories, Stephen Doughty, MP, and other members of the UK Parliament. The delegation aims to … Continued
As the Opposition pushes forward with its Motion of No Confidence against Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley, one major question remains unanswered: who from the Opposition would take the reins as the next premier of the Virgin Islands if the motion succeeds? During a press conference held by His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition on Tuesday, … Continued
The BVI Business Companies Bill was successfully passed in the House of Assembly on Tuesday, September 3rd. The bill, a landmark piece of legislation, is expected to bring significant changes to the territory’s thriving financial sector, which has long been a cornerstone of its economy. Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Hon. Lorna Smith, … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands, led by Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley, faces mounting criticism from the Opposition, which has accused the administration of deflecting blame for its shortcomings onto former Premier Andrew Fahie. Fahie is currently serving an 11-year prison sentence in the United States for drug trafficking and money laundering. … Continued
Deputy Governor Mr. David Archer, Jr. has assumed the role of Acting Governor of the Virgin Islands during the absence of His Excellency, Governor Daniel Pruce. Governor Pruce is currently out of the territory until September 22, 2024, and Archer will serve in this capacity until September 22, 2024. Archer’s appointment as Acting Governor is … Continued
Legislator Honourable Myron Walwyn has openly criticized Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley’s political tactics, attributing what he describes as a controversial and divisive style of politics to an advisor of Trinidadian descent within the premier’s team. Walwyn’s remarks were made during an impromptu Opposition press conference on Tuesday, September 3, shortly after Premier Wheatley … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley, has strongly criticized the timing of the Opposition’s recent Motion of No Confidence, labelling it as both ill-timed and damaging to the territory, especially given the current Order in Council hovering over the Virgin Islands. The motion, which was listed on the Order Paper … Continued
The Speaker of the House of Assembly, Honourable Corine George-Massicote, ruled that the Opposition’s motion of no confidence against Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley could not proceed due to a procedural breach of the House of Assembly’s rules. The decision was made during Tuesday’s sitting, where the Speaker cited a violation of Standing Order … Continued
Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley, has announced plans to address the potential removal of the Order in Council during an upcoming meeting with the new Overseas Territories (OT) Minister, Stephen Doughty. The discussions are set to take place during a visit to the United Kingdom on September 11, where Premier … Continued
