Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. Natalio Wheatley has admitted that the economy is struggling.
Speaking during the opening ceremony of the Buy BVI Trade Expo last Friday, the Premier said the economy is struggling because the people do not buy local and hire local.
According to the Premier while the two main economic pillars, Tourism and Financial Services are doing well, the other areas of the economy are struggling.
Premier Wheatley also touched on the issue of online shopping.
He said while it is easy to blame the government or an external entity, they must challenge themselves in making personal choices and do things which benefit the economy.
Meanwhile Nelda Farrington-Brydon, proprietor of Island Services, was honoured with the Hero Award by the BVI Chamber of Commerce.
Farrington-Brydon said to be recognized with such an honour is truly humbling.
According to her, while her name is inscribed on the award, it truly belongs to the BVI community, particularly for its support over the years.
She also advocated for persons to buy local.
