The British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA), in partnership with KPMG, has concluded the second round of public consultations as part of its mission to develop a forward-looking Strategic Plan for healthcare in the Territory. This phase of the consultation process focused on the sister islands of Virgin Gorda and Jost Van Dyke, where … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) say they continue to lead the way in utility transparency and customer empowerment with the rollout of its newly designed electricity bill format, which was officially implemented in April 2025. The redesigned bill now provides greater clarity on how customers’ electricity charges are calculated, with detailed breakdowns of … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has taken a major step forward in enhancing the Territory’s healthcare resilience with the signing of a contract for the construction of a dedicated Oxygen Generator System Building at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital. The contract, valued at USD $182,260.93, was officially executed on Thursday, May … Continued
Speaker of the House of Assembly Honourable Corine N. George-Massicote and Deputy Clerk, Mr. Linton V. Leonard are attending the Commons and Overseas Territories Speakers Conference (COTSC 2025) in London. The conference will be held from May 13 to May 16 and will see a coming together of parliamentary leaders from across the Commonwealth Overseas … Continued
Members of The Alliance have issued a call for collective reflection and harmony in the Virgin Islands, particularly in the face of rising gun violence. Their statement comes as Nyron Erickson the VI’s most recent murder victim was gunned down in broad daylight on Saturday May 10th, 2025. The members of the alliance have called … Continued
Two women from the Dominican Republic have been arrested after alleged Illegal Entry via Boat to St. John from the BVI. Federal officials apprehended two women on St. John last Thursday following their suspected unauthorized arrival from Tortola. According to the VI Consortium, one suspect admitted crossing by boat without inspection after flying in from … Continued
CIBC Caribbean has proudly reaffirmed its commitment to community development and the arts with a $10,000 Silver Sponsorship of Creative Waves BVI. The contribution from the bank and the bank’s ComTrust Foundation – the charitable arm responsible for the bank’s corporate social responsibility initiatives – was formally presented by CIBC Caribbean’s Head of Country, Fabian … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force say they are investigating a report of an armed robbery that occurred at a popular bar in the Sea Cows Bay area late Monday night, 12th May 2025. Reports indicate that several armed individuals entered the establishment and demanded valuables. No injuries have been reported. Police responded promptly and … Continued
Residents of the Virgin Islands are being urged to take action against mosquito-borne diseases as the Territory observes Caribbean Mosquito Awareness Week from May 12 to16. Acting Deputy Chief Environmental Health Mrs. Shamelle Thomas said the Environmental Health Division will be observing the week under the theme: “Small Bite, Big Threat – Stop Disease Transmission, … Continued
The Government of Jamaica has officially appointed Mr. Paul Dennis, KC, as its Honorary Consul to the British Virgin Islands (BVI). Mr. Dennis, Senior Partner of the local law firm O’Neal Webster and a Jamaican national residing in the Territory for the past thirty-two years, paid a courtesy call on Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley, Premier … Continued
