Officials have identified a recent drowning victim who died on May 19th, 2025, at the Baths on Virgin Gorda while vacationing in the Virgin Islands. The American tourist has been identified as 65-year-old Daniel Weigel. Reports received are that after being pulled from the water, Weigel was transported to Nurse Iris O’Neal Medical Centre where … Continued
The Ministry of Health and Social Development will be hosting a virtual pain management workshop next month in an effort to assist healthcare professionals and persons to reduce the effects of debilitating pain. Chief of Drugs and Pharmaceutical Services, Mrs. Gracia-Wheatley Smith said there is a high percentage of persons living with chronic pain due … Continued
Mr. Raymond B. Grant has been appointed as the Deputy Superintendent of Prison at His Majesty’s Prison. Mr. Grant’s expertise includes appointments within the Jamaica Defence Force and His Majesty’s Prison, Turks and Caicos Islands. Throughout his 20-years with the Jamaica Defence Force, Mr. Grant achieved the ranks of Sergeant, Staff Sergeant, and Warrant Officer … Continued
British Virgin Islands (BVI) Special Envoy Mr. Benito Wheatley has called on the nations classified as Administering Powers to set aside their national interests in support of the self-determination of the 17 remaining Territories over which they have control who fall under the remit of the United Nations (UN) Special Committee on Decolonization (C-24) mandated … Continued
On Thursday May 29th, the Virgin Islands Deposit Insurance Corporation (VIDIC) with the cooperation of the British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (the Commission) took necessary action to wind down operations of Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited. The decision is based on established legal and regulatory frameworks to protect depositors and preserve stability in the … Continued
The first BVI Care Certificate programme graduates 19 care professionals as the Ministry of Health and Social Development continue to advance its efforts to enhance quality care across the Territory. This historic occasion marked by a graduation was filled with Ministry representatives including Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Vincent Wheatley who congratulated the … Continued
The Roots to Resilience: Together We Thrive Programme say they are thrilled to announce the successful launch of its latest initiative, the Old-Time Talk Cultural Dialect and Slang Mingle. The Roots to Resilience: Together We Thrive Programme collaborated with the Social Development Department and presented the Old-Time Talk Cultural Dialect and Slang Mingle as a … Continued
The Members of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition have filed yet another Motion of No Confidence against the Wheatley led administration. The item was notably present on the upcoming order paper obtained by our agency and is expected to be brought at the next House of Assembly sitting scheduled for Tuesday, June 3, 2025. The motion … Continued
Mrs. Sheila Brathwaite emerged victorious at the 2025 Adult Spell-Off: Seniors Edition hosted by the Social Development Department in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Social Development and VI Adult Spell Off. Mrs. Brathwaite secured first place in a spirited display of knowledge and composure among some of the Territory’s most respected senior citizens. … Continued
During a recent interview promoting the upcoming Ride for Life event which focuses on promoting safe bike practices. The VI Alzheimer’s association a major partner for the event, highlighted the growing concerns on traumatic brain injury. Founder of the VI Alzheimer’s association Edna Williams spoke on the sever impact. She also highlighted the importance of … Continued
