Territorial At Large Representative Hon. Shereen Flax-Charles says she will not be silenced and has disclosed that she will be revealing to the public in short order which new political party she will be joining ahead of the upcoming General Election. Flax Charles who is the Junior Minister for Trade and Economic Development, Agriculture and … Continued
Some statutory boards across the territory remain uncooperative in providing key information to reviewers who have been appointed as part of the implementation process of the Commission of Inquiry Report recommendations. This is according to His Excellency Governor John Rankin who made the statement at a press conference on Tuesday, as he updated the public … Continued
The BVI Government has requested that a supplementary review be granted by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Global Forum to reflect its current legislative status after being “blacklisted” by the European Union today. The BVI was added to the EU’s list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions (Annex I) this morning, after the EU … Continued
Junior Minister for Trade and Economic Development, Agriculture and Fisheries Honourable Shereen Flax-Charles has said that her decision to resign from the Virgin Islands Party was very difficult, but one that was needed. The Territorial At Large Representative made the statement during an interview with 284Media earlier today, stating the decision had to be made … Continued
Territorial At Large Representative Hon. Shereen Flax-Charles has resigned from the Virgin Islands Party. The Junior Minister for Trade and Economic Development made the announcement via a statement issued to the media on Sunday, February 12. “It is known, I never abandon the job. So, let the question go answered. I am seeking re-election to … Continued
The coalition National Unity Government will cease to exist after the House of Assembly has been dissolved to allow for the 2023 General Election. Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley gave the confirmation during his Virgin Islands Party Congress Election last Sunday, stating that the Unity Government has served its intended purpose. He said moving … Continued
Attorney Daniel Davies recently paid a visit to our studio to discuss the concerns of the Community and the Legal Fraternity surrounding the Police Act 2023. This bill will, among other things, heighten the authority of the Police Force by circumventing the need for court approval for warrants and the gathering of evidence. Ronn Grant … Continued
Former Deputy Premier, At Large Candidate Dr Kedrick Pickering believes despite recent discussions surrounding a Territory’ onward march, the Virgin Islands is not anywhere close to achieving Independence. Dr Pickering spoke during a recent guest appearance on the UMOJA talk show. According to Pickering, while self determination and independence is inevitable there are key processes … Continued
Territorial At Large Representative Hon. Shereen Flax-Charles will have another opportunity to submit her application if she intends to run as a Virgin Islands Party candidate in the upcoming election. Flax-Charles, who is presently the Junior Minister for Trade and Economic Development, Agriculture and Fisheries, did not satisfy the provisions of the VIP Congress constitution … Continued
The Virgin Islands Party has confirmed 10 of its 13 candidates to run in the upcoming General Election. Some of the candidates were elected while the remaining were ratified during the party’s congress election on Sunday, February 5th. Re-elected Chairman of the VIP and Premier of the Virgin Islands Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley listed … Continued
