Premier and Minister for Tourism Andrew Fahie has said that his government could have missed out on more than $10 million in revenue and over 47 potential calls to the territory, if a decision was not quickly made to welcome back cruise vessels to the BVI. The premier made the statement during a recent press … Continued
The Commissioner of Inquiry Sir Gary Hickinbottom has expressed frustration following numerous delays in requested information that continues to disrupt the progression of the ongoing Commission of Inquiry (COI). Sir Hickinbottom made the disclosure during the recommencement of the COI hearings on Monday September 6, where he revealed that the frustration stems from delays dating … Continued
With facilities second to none, Millfield School in Somerset, England provided the perfect venue for the recently concluded Men’s National Team Training Camp. With the FA’s commitment to developing its National Teams to much better and higher levels, Millfield School with its Football Fields, Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Accommodation and Catering was an ideal venue and … Continued
The Social Security Board is presently urging qualified and experienced individuals or firms to submit proposals to provide full property management services for the Joe’s Hill Manor Estate project. This was expressed in a media release from SSB on Monday September 6, which said the project is a housing community of 25 buildings: comprising of … Continued
Premier Andrew Fahie has hinted at his government raising the $10,000 fine associated with persons who falsify COVID-19 information when entering the territory. The premier’s comments came on Friday September 3 during a press conference, just days after it was revealed that fake vaccination documents coupled with falsified information on COVID-19 tests were discovered at … Continued
Premier Andrew Fahie has encouraged residents to keep their trust and faith in God as the territory continues to rebuild following the devastation caused by hurricanes Irma and Maria. The Premier made the plea in a statement delivered on the four-year anniversary of the passage of Hurricane Irma on Monday September 6. The Premier said, … Continued
Deputy Premier Dr. Hon. Natalio Wheatley has welcomed the conclusions and recommendations of the United Nations (UN) Committee of 24’s (C-24) regional seminar on decolonization held in Saint John Parish, Dominica from 25th – 27th August 2021, which he attended on behalf of Premier and Minister of Finance Hon. Andrew A. Fahie.According to Hon. Wheatley, … Continued
Nearly 4000 pounds of cocaine valued approximately $51 million was seized by the United States Coast Guard just off the shores of Anegada last Friday. This was confirmed in a news release issued by the U.S. Coast Guard 7th District Puerto Rico. According to the release, during a routine patrol the night of August 27, … Continued
COVID-19 cases in the British Virgin Islands have recorded yet another increase from the previously reported 50, to now 66 active positive cases, while the curfew is extended for another 14-days. This was revealed in a dashboard report from the BVI Health Services Authority on September 3, which said a total of 30 new cases … Continued
Cruise ships wins the battle of having COVID-19 testing requirements waived for passengers who depart their vessels, once remaining inside newly established passenger bubbles. This announcement was made by Premier Andrew Fahie during a media conference on Friday September 3, to update the public on a number of decisions made by Cabinet on the Cruise … Continued
