The government’s 2022 Fiscal Budget which is said to be a budget of action and not just talk, was passed through the House of Assembly late Wednesday December 16. The entire debate process for the Appropriation 2022 Act 2021 was conducted virtually for the first time in the BVI’s history, which according to Deputy Speaker … Continued
Technical and human resources challenges have resulted in the recently launched Online Work Permit System now only accepting new work permit applications, effective immediately. This was confirmed by Acting Labour Commissioner Mrs. Michelle McLean who made the disclosure during a media release from the Department of Labour and Workforce Development on Wednesday December 15. She … Continued
In a recent Facebook post former education Minister and Attorney Myron Walwyn weighed in on the present economic situation in the BVI. The Attorney cited two main reasons stating, “It is trite knowledge that Caribbean economies and indeed the BVI economy depend heavily on the tourism industry. There is no need at this point to … Continued
Opposition legislator Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull believes the Government of the Virgin Islands urgently needs to address the more than $50 million in accumulated debt that is owed to them, dating back to 2015. Turnbull made the comments during the opening day of the 2022 Budget Debate which was conducted virtually by the House of Assembly. … Continued
The Public Service of the Virgin Islands partnered with non-profit organistations during this year’s Public Service Week to assist Public Officer, Colin Stevens with his rehabilitative efforts. Local company,Walkers and non-profit organisations, BVI Red Cross and Rotary Clubs of the Virgin Islands made financial contributions that would go towards therapy sessions and the purchasing of … Continued
Daily commercial direct flights are set to commence at the Taddy Bay International Airport on Virgin Gorda from this coming Friday. The announcement was made by Premier and Minister of Tourism Andrew Fahie during a recent media conference, where updated local media on a number of topical issues. He said that interest was growing from … Continued
The active positive COVID-19 cases in the British Virgin Islands have taken a significant leap with a total of 70 new cases recorded over a three-day period and 1 death, which brings the total known active cases in the territory to 77 as of December 13. This is according to the Minister for Health and … Continued
Following a month-long crime investigation training course, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has now expanded their expertise in crime and crime scene investigations with 12 of their officers now skilled in the two specialized areas. This was confirmed by the RVIPF who said that the courses were completed earlier this month. The Force … Continued
Two additional persons have been charged with harbouring escaped prisoner Jose Almestica who was recently recaptured by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) after being on the run since 2017. This was confirmed in a media release by the RVIPF today Tuesday December 14, which revealed the individuals as 33-year-old Hannah’s Estate resident Renee … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) is informing the public that the Iris Penn Smith Clinic was closed on 12th December and will remain closed until 31st January, 2022. During this closure all services in the eastern area will be offered at the Rosalind Penn Health Center in Long Look. BVIHSA has closed … Continued
