The Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute is marking its second anniversary with ambitious plans to further strengthen professional development across the public service, including specialized programmes for law enforcement.In a special feature, Director Dr. Connie E. George and Communications Officer II in the Office of the Deputy Governor, Mr. Eusa Z. Adams, reflected on … Continued
Amendments to the Police Act have modernised key areas of law enforcement in the Virgin Islands. Chief Inspector Kenrick Davis has sought to clear the air on recent changes to the Police Act, emphasizing that the amendments bring the Virgin Islands in line with international policing standards while also addressing public concerns about human rights. … Continued
The new school year has kicked off under the theme “Full Steam Ahead, Future Focused, Student Led,” with a focus on amplifying student voices and improving schools. The Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Sharie de Castro announced that the new academic year is being celebrated under the theme “Full Steam Ahead, Future Focused, … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. Natalio Wheatley has underscored the importance of a having a strong, collaborative relationship between Ministers of Government, Permanent Secretaries and Heads of Departments. The Premier emphasized that point when he addressed close to 100 public servants during the Mid-Year Review on Wednesday, September 10th. In August of last year, … Continued
The Virgin Islands secured a 100% pass rate in eight subjects, in the 2025 Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations. The Ministry of Education says these subjects included Agricultural Science, Economics, French, Music, Principles of Accounts, Physical Education and Sport, Food, Nutrition and Health Technical, and Family and Resource Management Technical. … Continued
In what is considered the off season, the BVI Tourist Board and Film Commission has highlighted Tourism Businesses Open for the Shoulder Season. It has also placed the spotlight on Key accommodations, restaurants and attractions welcoming visitors during shoulder season. The Board says while the late summer and early fall is considered the “off season” in the … Continued
The territory is seeing the results of trade talks with the Dominican Republic. The price of eggs has now been significantly reduced at least at one major supermarket. Riteway Food Markets has launched its Oh Soo Good Eggs which is now half the price of previous eggs, following the trade talks between the Virgin Islands and Dominican Republic Governments, and … Continued
Special Envoy of the British Virgin Islands Government, Benito Wheatley and Premier’s advisor on International Relations and Dr. Carlyle Corbin recently spoke on key issues affecting the Territory, addressing public concerns about currency use and national security. During a session moderated by Claude Skelton, they were asked whether the U.S. dollar would continue to be … Continued
The territory has lost one of its Centenarians. Emogene Augusta Creque was 106. Speaker of the House of Assembly Corrine George Massicote extended condolences on behalf of the Members and staff, to her family and friends. In a statement Speaker George-Massicote said Creque made history in 1965 when she became the first female member of the Legislative Council, appointed as a temporary member for Joseph … Continued
Several areas will be out of water as a result of a schedule water interruption starting on Tuesday. Residents of Sea Cows Bay, Havers, and Pockwood Pond are being advised to brace for temporary water service interruptions from Tuesday, September 9 to Thursday, September 11, as critical repair works are carried out on Elevator Hill. … Continued
