In his first quarterly review since taking office, Governor Daniel Pruce has signalled he will request a final extension until August 31st for fully implementing the Commission of Inquiry recommendations in the Virgin Islands. In the Sixth Quarterly Report published Thursday, Governor Pruce said it is “clear” the previous May 31, 2024 deadline for enacting … Continued
In an unexpected turn of events, social commentator Cindy Rosan was taken into custody by officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) shortly after the conclusion of the Governor’s press conference on Friday. While the specific reasons for Rosan’s apprehension remain unclear, 284 Media understands that it occurred immediately following the press conference. … Continued
As the Immigration and Passport Bill presently sits in the hands of lawmakers for amendments in the committee stage, Sixth District Representative Hon. Myron Walwyn is lobbying his colleagues to make amendments to Section 10 of the Bill to give immediate residency to children born in the BVI to expatriate parents. In an invited comment … Continued
United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced that he will head to the polls for an early election on July 4. The announcement came on a rainy Wednesday morning, as Sunak addressed the British public outside 10 Downing Street, emphasizing the importance of choosing the country’s future direction. Sunak, a member of the Conservative … Continued
In response to the growing threat of cyber-attacks, the Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley, has outlined his government’s proactive measures to safeguard critical infrastructure and sensitive data. Speaking at a recent session of the House of Assembly, Premier Wheatley detailed the implementation of two primary methodologies to combat cyber security … Continued
Today marks the commencement of training on the new Labour Management System for the staff of the Department of Labour and Workforce Development. The training, estimated to last over the next two weeks, signals a significant milestone in the modernization efforts of the department. The announcement was made last Friday by Deputy Premier and Minister … Continued
Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley has conveyed his unwavering confidence in the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force’s (RVIPF) comprehensive four-year national security strategy, designed to combat crime effectively throughout the territory. Responding to queries posed by Opposition Leader Honourable Ronnie Skelton in the House of Assembly on Thursday, Premier Wheatley outlined the key components … Continued
As the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4) in Antigua and Barbuda approaches, the British Virgin Islands (BVI) has rallied support for the 13 Associate Members of UN ECLAC located in the Caribbean at the 7th Meeting of the Forum of the Countries of Latin America and the Caribbean on Sustainable Development … Continued
Haiti’s transitional council is scheduled to vote for a new President today, aiming to stabilize the nation’s political landscape and leadership amidst escalating gang violence. The election is set to occur at the prime minister’s Villa d’Accueil office this morning, as stated in an official announcement. This pivotal event represents a significant stride towards restoring … Continued
Recently the Deputy Premier of the Virgin Islands Hon. Lorna G Smith OBE, during a press conference announced that she would be opening a district office on the sister island of Anegada and on Friday, April 12th, 2024, became the first elected representative to open a constituency office on Anegada. The At-Large representative who also … Continued
