Premier and Minister of Financial Services, Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, has emphasized his government’s commitment to balancing transparency and privacy through its recent consultation on a proposed policy regarding access to the register of beneficial ownership. The initiative, launched last week, aims to strengthen the British Virgin Islands’ financial systems, align with international best … Continued
Eighth District Representative Hon. Marlon Penn has proposed redirecting unspent budgetary funds toward direct economic investments, stating that there is a need for improved financial management in the British Virgin Islands. Speaking at a recent Opposition press conference, Penn highlighted the recurrent issue of unspent funds allocated for expenditure in 2023 and 2024, pointing to … Continued
Opposition members are advancing efforts to make House of Assembly committee proceedings public, with specific focus on opening Public Accounts Committee deliberations to public scrutiny. Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton endorsed the move toward transparency during a recent media inquiry from 284 Media, noting similar practices in other parliamentary systems. Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn revealed … Continued
At a press conference earlier today, Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley provided an update on the Virgin Islands’ progress in implementing the recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry. He outlined the path towards governance reform, a process crucial to lifting the Order in Council that threatens to suspend the territory’s Constitution. Premier Wheatley recounted … Continued
Opposition legislator Hon. Myron Walwyn has criticized Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley’s leadership, suggesting the premier does not fully grasp the responsibilities of his role. Speaking at a press conference alongside the six members of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, Walwyn condemned recent actions by the government that he described as exclusionary and dismissive. Walwyn … Continued
Territorial At-Large Representative Stacy Mather called for a comprehensive approach to youth development, criticizing the government’s prioritization of entertainment spending over crucial social programs. Speaking at a recent press conference, Mather emphasized that while parents bear great responsibility for young people’s development, they require robust social support systems to succeed in raising the next generation. … Continued
Residents of Anegada continue to wait for land titles promised over a year ago, while development by non-residents progresses on the island, Territorial At Large Representative Lorna Smith said during a recent press conference. The delay contradicts Premier Natalio Wheatley’s previous pledge to provide deeds to Anegadians, a move he said would dramatically impact their … Continued
On his first day back in office, United States President Donald Trump issued a wave of executive orders, including controversial decisions to exit the World Health Organization, suspend foreign aid for 90 days, and withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement. The moves signal a significant shift in U.S. policy, sparking global concern and criticism. Trump … Continued
Members of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition have accused Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley of manipulating the parliamentary process to avoid accountability, but they have vowed to reintroduce a Motion of No Confidence in the House of Assembly. During a press conference on Friday, January 17, Second District Representative Honourable Melvin Turnbull criticized the premier’s … Continued
His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce announced during his Speech from the Throne on Tuesday, January 7, that powers held by the Trade Commission will be transferred to the Minister of Trade, Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley and his ministry. This move comes after Premier Wheatley assumed responsibility for the Ministry of Trade in October … Continued
