UK AND OTs REACH AGREEMENT ON NEW JOINT DECLARATION

The British Virgin Islands along with the other British Overseas Territories (OTs) have agreed to a new Joint Declaration with the United Kingdom (UK) Government. The Governor’s Office confirmed the development on Thursday, December 14 as it explained the basis of the Declaration. “The Declaration defines a new, more collaborative and ‘modern partnership’ between the UK and … Continued

INTERNATIONAL MEDIA OVERLOOKING MCMASTER’S BRILLIANCE ON THE TRACK

The territory’s most decorated athlete Kyron McMaster says his accomplishments continue to be overlooked by international media which often exclude his name from conversations highlighting the top athletes in the men’s 400-metre hurdles event. At the time of his comment, McMaster was speaking on the Ready Set Go podcast hosted by Olympic Gold Medalist Justin … Continued

DRAKE TRADERS DELIVER ON SEASONAL $10,000 DONATION TO FSN

Local hardware store Drakes Traders Limited continued their seasonal Christmas tradition this year donating $10,000 to the Family Support Network (FSN). The cheque was handed over to the FSN at Drakes Traders hardware store in Fish Bay, Tortola recently. Mr. Christian Esser, Managing Director of Drakes Traders said his company is aware of the areas … Continued

“SENIOR GOVT OFFICIAL CHARGED WITH BREACH OF TRUST

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed that a “senior government official” has been charged with one count of Breach of Trust in a Public Office. The police did not disclose the identity of the “senior government official” and said no further information can be provided at this time as the matter will … Continued

BVIAA PARTNERS WITH ROTARY TO HOST TELETHON EVENT FOR BVI ATHLETES – AIM IS TO RAISE AT LEAST $200K

The BVI Athletics Association in partnership with the Rotary family will be hosting a live telethon event on Saturday, December 16 to raise funds for BVI athletes participating in the Paris Olympic Games and the 2024 competition season. President of the BVI Athletics Association Steve Augustine in an interview with 284 Media spoke about the … Continued

PREMIER TO PRESS BVIEC TO INTRODUCE SOLAR PANEL PROJECT FOR THE BVI

Premier and Minister responsible for Climate Change Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley says his government intends to press the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) to have it introduce a project to equip roofs of homes and buildings across the territory with solar panels. Premier Wheatley made the statement at a recent press conference in response to … Continued

ROTARY CLUB OF ROAD TOWN’S PROJECT 1BVI: A DECADE OF COMMUNITY IMPACT AND SERVICE EXCELLENCE

The Rotary Club of Road Town proudly announces the successful completion of its annual community initiative, Project 1BVI, marking its ninth consecutive year of service to the British Virgin Islands (BVI) community. This transformative project, held on 28 October, 4 November, and 11 November 2023, exemplifies Rotary’s enduring commitment to fostering positive change and unity. … Continued

THE INSTABILITY OF THE UK GOVERNMENT IS AFFECTING OTs – PREMIER WHEATLEY

The instability of the United Kingdom’s Government with the constant changing of the minister responsible for Overseas Territories has been affecting the progression of critical areas of discussion relating to Overseas Territories (OTs). Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley mentioned the frustration that the Overseas Territories face as a result of the constant changes to that portfolio, … Continued