As Barbados undergos another election, Prime Minister Mia Mottley’s years in power and the political dominance of her Barbados Labour Party (BLP) have become the central focus of the national conversation, with supporters pointing to economic and international gains while critics argue that domestic challenges remain unresolved.Since sweeping to office in 2018, Mottley has presided … Continued
Barbados Labour Party (BLP) leader and Prime Minister Mia Mottley has rejected claims that a third consecutive term in office would lead to complacency or arrogance, as the country prepares to head to the polls on Wednesday, February 11.Speaking at a party meeting on Monday, Mottley said the BLP remains grounded in its commitment to … Continued
Premier of the Virgin Islands Dr. Natalio Wheatley and Grenada’s Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell held high-level talks on economic diversification and regional investment during the World Government Summit 2026, highlighting the need for stronger collaboration among Caribbean small island developing states. According to officials, the dialogue focused on expanding investment into emerging markets, building economic … Continued
Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley has called for greater collaboration among the Association of Caribbean States, ACS. Premier Wheatley addressed the ACS on the margins of the World Governments Summit which took place in Dubai last week. According to Premier Wheatley, while multilaterialism is under threat, and these challenges are a source of instability, they are … Continued
At-Large Representative Lorna Smith has accused opposition Leader Myron Walwyn of using unparliamentary language during recent proceedings, urging lawmakers to adopt a more respectful tone in the House. Speaking during a recent sitting, Smith said elected officials must be mindful of how they conduct themselves in debates. She stressed that members are not solely representing … Continued
Local talk show host Claude Skelton Cline has suggested the possibility of forming a new political group aimed at representing the people of the British Virgin Islands, arguing that current members of the House of Assembly have failed to meet the territory’s needs. During a recent broadcast, Skelton Cline said voters should begin identifying and … Continued
Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye Rymer has defended the proposed Virgin Islands Energy and Water Corporation Bill in the House of Assembly, arguing that merging electricity, water and sewage services under one statutory body is necessary to modernise the Territory’s utility systems. During his contribution to the debate, Rymer said the current structure, … Continued
Premier of The Virgin Islands, Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley, is participating in a landmark global forum in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, that seeks to deliver tangible and high-impact outcomes for the sustainable development of the Greater Caribbean Region. The 10th Association of Caribbean States ACS International Cooperation Conference (ICC) is being held from 3rd … Continued
The Governor’s Group and Constitutionally Established Departments will progress various pieces of legislation aimed at advancing governance, transparency and accountability in The Virgin Islands. During the Speech from the Throne on 13 January, His Excellency the Governor, Daniel Pruce outlined the legislative agenda of the Public Service in 2026, highlighting ongoing work for the transformation … Continued
The new U.S. immigration policy under President Donald Trump took effect on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, suspending immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, 11 of which are Caribbean states. The U.S. State Department announced that the policy will indefinitely pause the issuance of immigrant visas for applicants from the selected countries, which span … Continued
