In a day and age when the British Virgin Islands is poised to bridge the upending division, the Government of Virgin Islands was unable to bridge that divide by making an amendment to Section 10 of the Immigration and Passport Bill. At present the Bill requires children born in the Virgin Islands to expat parents … Continued
The Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute (VIPSLI) has successfully completed its Public Service 101 course on the island of Jost Van Dyke, marking the third of the Territory’s four main islands where the training has been conducted. Over the three-day course, public officers from various critical departments on Jost Van Dyke received comprehensive information … Continued
Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley and Minister for Health and Social Development Vincent Wheatley are attending the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in Antigua and Barbuda. The conference, which runs from May 27 to May 30, is centered on the theme “Charting the Course Toward Resilient Prosperity.” The Virgin Islands … Continued
Reports reaching our newsroom have confirmed an attempted robbery at the 2024 Leverick Poker Run. It is alleged that gunmen attempted the robbery shortly after 12noon today Sunday May 26th as patrons from across the Virgin Islands were enjoying the annual event. Circumstances surrounding the happenings which are still presently unfolding, alleged that a gunman … Continued
The lineup for the 70th Emancipation Festival Village is starting to take shape, with some of the biggest names in Caribbean music announced as the first confirmed headliners. It was revealed tonight during the Virgin Islands Music Festival that Jamaican dancehall star Shenseea, reggae singer Dexta Daps, and soca king Machel Montano will be among … Continued
Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture Hon. Luce Hodge-Smith expressed a mix of pride and resolve as she reflected on accomplishments and challenges marking one year since taking office. Delivering remarks during the Territorial Address, the Representative for the 4th District said while the past year has flown by, her eagerness to drive progress in … Continued
The Virgin Islands and United Kingdom governments have joined forces to combat illicit financing and uphold international sanctions through the establishment of the new Virgin Islands Sanctions Unit. A Memorandum of Understanding signed Wednesday formalized the collaboration, with the Sanctions Unit set to transition from under the Governor’s Office to the leadership of the Attorney … Continued
In his first quarterly review since taking office, Governor Daniel Pruce has signalled he will request a final extension until August 31st for fully implementing the Commission of Inquiry recommendations in the Virgin Islands. In the Sixth Quarterly Report published Thursday, Governor Pruce said it is “clear” the previous May 31, 2024 deadline for enacting … Continued
BVIslander sprinter Rikkoi Brathwaite is set to make his highly anticipated debut at the prestigious Diamond League event this Saturday. Competing in the Men’s 100-meter race, Brathwaite, who holds the national record for the British Virgin Islands, will face a formidable lineup of athletes, including three-time World Champion Christian Coleman from the United States, World … Continued
UPDATED STORY Social commentator Cindy Rosan has refuted claims that she was arrested on Friday, May 24, following the Governor’s press conference, which has since been supported by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). The incident occurred immediately after the conclusion of the Governor’s press conference, where Rosan was observed being led into the … Continued
