In response to anticipated adverse weather conditions, the Ministry of Education following advice from the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) has issued a directive for all public schools in the territory to remain closed on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. The decision according to the Ministry of Education was made to prioritize the safety of students … Continued
The Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Vincent Wheatley has revealed that substantial progress is being made with the drafting of the Sexual Offenses Bill, with plans to have the legislation laid in the House of Assembly by September 2024. Wheatley was at the time responding to a question posed in the House of … Continued
Tourism has been highlighted as a pillar of the Virgin Islands economy. Despite this, local agencies continue to fall short in capturing comprehensive data on revenue generated by the industry. This issue recently came to the forefront again during discussions in the House of Assembly. Premier Hon. Dr. Natalio Wheatley lamented the lack of revenue … Continued
In light of a weather alert for an approaching frontal trough system, the Public Works Department has mobilized crews to monitor and prepare for potential flooding and storm impacts. Minister for Communications and Works Hon.Kye Rymer said the Public Works Department has activated its emergency response team. Crews are inspecting waterways and ghuts across the … Continued
A major recommendation by the British Virgin Islands’ Constitutional Review Commission (CRC) aims to give voters more say in choosing the country’s top leader. The report noted that during the consultation process, “there were certain recurring themes which were imparted with a firm and unshakeable resolve that these particular things must be addressed in the … Continued
The trial of former Premier Andrew Fahie continues and a recent testimony by a key witness has unveiled the United Kingdom’s knowledge of the operation which led to Fahie’s arrest in April 2022. According to reports from the ongoing trial, a cross-examination on day four of proceedings revealed that the United Kingdom was aware of … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands have extended its prayers and best wishes to His Majesty King Charles III, following the announcement of his cancer diagnosis. In a statement on Monday, Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley on behalf of his administration expressed solidarity with individuals worldwide who are sending positive thoughts and wishes to … Continued
As the British Virgin Islands’ tourism product continues to grow, beach safety and local capacity to respond to large-scale emergencies remain a concern. In a recent interview with 284 Media, Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism Honourable Luce Hodge Smith reflected on the importance of safety for the Tourism Sector. While she couldn’t go into … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board has launched an exciting new partnership with WINAIR to give away a BVI vacation package. The two organizations are teaming up on a promotional giveaway that will award roundtrip flights, festival tickets, and island experiences in the British Virgin Islands to one lucky winner. The giveaway is open to … Continued
Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley recently gave an update on the progress being made by the Coral Reef Strike Team to combat stony coral tissue loss disease in the territory and other efforts to protect and rebuild reefs in the BVI’s Waters, while speaking in the House of Assembly. Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease is a … Continued
