Representative for the Second District, Hon. Melvin Mitch Turnbull, has publicly apologized to the Minister of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Hon. Sharie De Castro, for remarks made toward her during a recess period of the February 11 House of Assembly sitting. During the House of Assembly session on Monday, February 24, Turnbull rose on … Continued
In a recent interview on JTV’s Big Story with Cathy Richards, Opposition members who recently formed an alliance addressed a number of matters being shared in the public since their announcement. The members Hon. Myron V. Walwyn, Representative for the 6th District, Hon. Melvin Turnbull 2nd District Representative and At-Large Member Hon. Stacy Mather defended … Continued
The redevelopment of the Althea Scatliffe Primary School has encountered delays, and a start date for the construction phase remains undetermined, according to Minister for Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports, Hon. Sharie De Castro. Speaking during a recent House of Assembly session, Minister De Castro responded to a question posed by Deputy Speaker and Territorial … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has begun discussions with the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) administration regarding the proposed 25% tariff on goods imported from the BVI. In a statement addressing the issue, Acting Premier and Minister for Communication and Works, Hon. Kye Rymer, assured residents that constructive dialogue has commenced with USVI Governor … Continued
Opposition Member and District 8 Representative Hon. Marlon Penn who is part of Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley’s lead delegation to the Asia Mission recently shared his take on the importance of the trip to the BVI’s financial services industry. Speaking to the Acting Director of Communications Karia Christopher, Penn noted that the team … Continued
The United States Virgin Islands (USVI) is considering imposing a 25% tariff on goods imported from the British Virgin Islands (BVI), along with entry and exit fees for non-Virgin Islanders, in response to drastic fee increases proposed by the BVI government on USVI-based yacht charters. USVI Governor Albert Bryan Jr. requested an emergency meeting with … Continued
Premier David Burt and his Progressive Labour Party (PLP) secured a historic third consecutive victory in Bermuda’s General Election on Tuesday, solidifying their dominance despite the opposition One Bermuda Alliance (OBA) making gains in the Parliament. The PLP, which held 30 seats following the last general election, won 25 seats this time, while the OBA … Continued
During a recent sitting of the House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands, Deputy Speaker Hon. Stacy Mather questioned Minister for Communications and Works Hon. Kye Rymer on ongoing road works in the seventh and eighth districts. He sought clarity on the number of miles being resurfaced and the cost allocation. In response, Minister for … Continued
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
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
