British Overseas Territories, inclusive of the British Virgin Islands, have little appetite for greater political independence. This is one of the conclusions which has emerged from research being conducted by Territorial At Large Representative Carvin Malone surrounding the “One BVI Agenda”. Though some may disagree with the statement, and themselves believe that the territory has … Continued
Tributes and condolences took centre stage ahead of discussions at Tuesday’s sitting of the House of Assembly (HOA), as representatives from both sides reflected on the passing of the late Emmett Caines, while offering support to his wife, Junior Minister for Tourism Honourable Alvera Maduro Caines. Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley said he spoke … Continued
This week, educators from across the territory are participating in a series of activities and discussions organised by the Ministry of Education in recognition of Professional Development Day. The week began with the annual Professional Development Day Conference during which the teachers were reminded of the importance of the work that they do, and the … Continued
The BVI Football Association is appealing to residents in the East End/Long Look community to provide any information that can lead to the apprehension of lawless perpetrators who have now for the third time damaged one of their buses. The appeal comes on the heels of an incident that occurred on the compound of the … Continued
The following is commentary by Charles H. Wheatley The British Virgin Islands has been experiencing an imbalance in the ethnic and racial relations for the past half century. This imbalance is the result of a growing transformative diversity. It has been changing societal values as it modifies the older monocultural society into one with multicultural … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Film Commission is calling all interested film professionals to enter the 30th Anniversary celebration video competition under the theme: “A Major Milestone.” Interested film enthusiasts are encouraged to register by 9th September, 2022. The deadline for video submissions is 1st October, 2022. Video submissions that advance beyond the preliminary round will … Continued
The following is commentary from Charles H. Wheatley. The transformative diversity mentioned in Wheatake 69 was the result of immigration. In this Wheatake I will take a quick glance at the effects of immigration on the British Virgin Islands. Immigration is a worldwide phenomenon which has accelerated during the latter half of the twentieth century: … Continued
Health officials believe that the ongoing surge of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease which is being observed in the territory is linked to the declining strict sanitization practices that would have been enforced during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. National Epidemiologist Harmonie Brewley-Massiah explained that one notable piece of evidence to support this theory … Continued
The Government of National Unity has created a new policy not to include measures within the annual fiscal budget that have not yet reached the stage of creating revenues, following the approval of a second Schedules of Additional Provisions (SAP) this year, in the amount of $9,633,684. Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Honourable … Continued
Regarding the recent announcement by Premier of the Virgin Islands Dr. Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley on the Governments plans to acquire the Toad Hall Estate in Virgin Gorda, without having to pay any money for it. Former Education Minister and Attorney Myron Walwyn has weighed in on the situation urging Government to not go in … Continued
