While His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition stands united with the Government of the Virgin Islands in its opposition to His Excellency Governor John Rankin’s bid for expanded powers, Tuesday’s press conference revealed fissures within the group regarding the best approach. Honourable Marlon Penn, Representative for the 8th District, advocated for unwavering collaboration, saying that the Opposition … Continued
Two students from the Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre, Tre Williams and Kymani Smith, have entered into an apprenticeship program to gain hands-on career experience. Williams and Smith will work two days per week in retail positions at Riteway Pasea as part of the program. This opportunity is part of the learning centre’s mission to … Continued
His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition has declared its unwavering support for the government’s stance against Governor John Rankin’s request for increased authority to implement reforms stemming from the Commission of Inquiry (COI) recommendations. During a press conference on Tuesday, January 9th, Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton expressed deep concern regarding the Governor’s intentions. He emphasized the Opposition’s … Continued
The leader of government business Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley has residents on notice of the possible damage that could result in the BVI over the next 10 months if the governor is granted his requested additional powers. Premier Wheatley said the BVI’s Constitution will first have to be amended to allow for the … Continued
Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley has slammed the recent allegation made by His Excellency Governor John Rankin who said that members of the House of Assembly are seeking to weaken the Integrity in Public Life Act 2021. The premier’s response came during Monday’s press conference which was held to address some of the developments stemming … Continued
The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has announced the handover of keys to the new Jost Van Dyke Multipurpose Educational Facility to the school’s principal ahead of the upcoming term. The new school provides a safe, inclusive learning environment for students on Jost Van Dyke. Its impact as a Multipurpose facility is expected … Continued
His Excellency Governor John Rankin has assured residents that his requested additional powers will be specific to the implementation of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) recommendations and a temporary enactment if approved. Governor Rankin provided further clarity on the details relating to his request that was sent to the United Kingdom Government. While admitting that … Continued
Mrs. Bethsaida Smith-Hanley is the new clerk of the House of Assembly. The Office of the Deputy Governor announced the appointment in a media release on Monday, January 8 which confirmed that it came into effect on December 31, 2023. Commenting on her appointment, Smith-Hanley expressed that she is grateful to serve in the capacity … Continued
Governor His Excellency John Rankin has expressed his disappointment in the recent claims which suggest that some members of the House of Assembly are seeking to weaken the Integrity in Public Life Act 2021. The governor made the claim after delivering his final Quarterly Review Report on the implementation process of the Commission of Inquiry … Continued
The missing Brazilians who were labeled as ‘At-Large’ by immigration officials after they off boarded a cruise ship in the BVI on January 6th but did not return have stated that they are safe and in St. Marteen. On Sunday January 7th, an official flyer with the photos of Ms. Ana Carolina Thomas and Mr. … Continued
