ALIYAH BOSTON NAMED AP’S ROOKIE OF THE YEAR

WNBA player Aliyah Boston, a USVI Native, has been bestowed the prestigious title of “Rookie of the Year” award by the Associated Press (AP). Additionally, she has earned a spot on the AP’s WNBA All-Rookie team. Boston has commenced her professional career with the Indiana Fever on a high note, with a rookie season nothing … Continued

TEACHERS UNION HEAD NOT COMPLETELY SATISFIED WITH THE PREMIER’S RESPONSE FOLLOWING STRIKE

President of the BVI Teacher’s Union, Mr. Sean Henry, said he is not totally satisfied with the premier’s discussion with teachers last Friday, following the decision by teachers of the Elmore Stoutt High School to strike due to prolonged issues. 284 Media caught up with President Henry following the strike. When asked by the media … Continued

UK seeks solutions to Sargassum problem in the Caribbean

The government of the United Kingdom (UK) has launched a call for research proposals on how to deal with the problem of  Sargassum seaweed in the Caribbean region.  In the last few years, the region has experienced massive influxes of Sargassum, which have threatened the marine ecosystems, economy and public health of the Caribbean countries. … Continued

BVI HOSPITAL GRANTED FULL ACCREDITATION FROM DNV-GL – FIRST IN THE CARIBBEAN

The Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital has been granted full accreditation from the esteemed accrediting body DNV-GL (Det Norske Veritas and Germanischer Lloyd), making it the first Caribbean institution to be recognized by the organisation. Acting Chief Executive Officer of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA), Dr. June Samuel, made the announcement during the recent … Continued

ESHS TEACHERS STAGE A STRIKE FOLLOWING PROLONGED ISSUES

Teachers of the Elmore Stoutt High School are presently on strike after opting to sit out of classes on the first week of the 2023-2024 school year. According to information received from some of the teachers, the poor working conditions are among the many issues persistently affecting the teachers from executing their duties. Premier and … Continued

EVALUATION UNDERWAY FOR DERELICT VESSEL REMOVAL DESPITE 2021 PLAN

During a recent session in the House of Assembly, Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley faced a series of inquiries from the Honourable Julian Fraser, the Representative for the Third District, regarding the government’s intentions concerning the removal of derelict vessels from the Sea Cows Bay waters. Fraser’s initial question highlighted the long-standing issue of derelict yachts … Continued

CROWN LAND ALLOCATION REGISTER COMING SOON

A Crown Land Allocation Register is set to be established in the British Virgin Islands in the not too distant future. This is according to the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change, Mr. Ronald Smith-Berkeley, who made the announcement on the Government of the Virgin Islands programme “Table Talk”. … Continued