MINISTRY OF HEALTH SOUNDS ALARM ON DIABETES, HEART DISEASE, AND CANCER IN YOUTH

The Ministry of Health and the BVI Health Services Authority say there is growing concern over rising cases of diabetes, heart disease, and cancer across the Virgin Islands with more cases now appearing among younger residents. In response, the Ministry has launched Red Loud, a national awareness initiative focused on nutrition, preventative care, and lifestyle … Continued

115 INDIVIDUALS GRANTED BOTC STATUS IN GOVERNMENT HOUSE CEREMONIES

115 persons are now British Overseas Territories Citizens following two ceremonies held at Government House on June 16 and 17. During the ceremonies, the newly naturalised individuals heard congratulatory remarks from His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Daniel Pruce, Acting Premier, Honourable Julian Fraser, RA, and Registrar General, Mrs. Tashi O’Flaherty-Maduro. Registrar General, Mrs. Tashi O’Flaherty-Maduro … Continued

SKELTON CLINE CRITICIZES CABINET MEMBERS FOR BOYCOTTING MEETINGS CHAIRED BY DEPUTY GOVERNOR

Members of Cabinet have come under fire from Talkshow host Claude Skelton for what he says is their failure to attend to the people’s business because the Deputy Governor is presiding over the meetings instead of the Governor who is away from the territory. During his Honestly Speaking Radio Programme, Skelton Cline claimed that some … Continued

ANEGADA SOLAR FARM TO SUPPLY 90% OF ISLAND’S POWER AS BVI PUSHES GREEN TRANSITION

The Virgin Islands is advancing toward its target of 30% renewable energy generation by 2025, with major developments underway in Anegada and across the Territory. According to Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley, the Anegada Hybrid Renewable Energy & Battery Storage System is now in its final phase. Once operational, the solar farm will supply up to … Continued