The Magistrate’s Court is asking for all parties involved in court proceedings, who has travelled, after receiving government clearance after their four-day quarantine period, to adhere to an additional ten-day period before appearing physically at the Magistrate’s Court. This protocol is effective January 25th. This precaution will serve as an additional layer of protection against … Continued
Deputy Governor, Mr. David D. Archer, Jr. was sworn in as Acting Governor on January 23rd. Mr. Archer will serve as Acting Governor until Friday, January 29, when Governor Elect Mr. John Rankin is sworn in as Governor. Mr. Archer’s appointment is in accordance with section 37 (1) (a) of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order, … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Andrew A. Fahie said that the British Virgin Islands is seeking a “just outcome” in the Commission of Inquiry put forward by His Excellency the Governor, Augustus J. U. Jaspert. Premier Fahie said that the impending Commission of Inquiry must reach a “just outcome”, the results of which will … Continued
On the 24th January 2021, at approximately 7:21 PM, the Puerto Rico Seismic Network recorded an earthquake measuring a magnitude of 5.4 ML with estimated Maximum Intensity of V. At this intensity it is usually felt by everyone and may awaken others from sleeping. The epicenter was located at latitude 18.25 North, 64.07 West at … Continued
Residents of the British Virgin Islands have long-complained about Government malfeasance and the need to looking into longstanding claims of corruption. Additionally, the territory’s credibility has been challenged by the failure to produce audits for major Government projects, making it difficult to secure funding and loans. As a result, His Excellency Governor Jaspert has launched … Continued
GIS Ensuring a Transparent Process International law firm retained for BVI Commission of Inquiry Following the statement of the Honourable Andrew A. Fahie, Premier of the Virgin Islands, dated 19 January 2021, concerning the decision of the Governor, His Excellency Augustus J U Jaspert, to institute a Commission of Inquiry, the Government of the Virgin … Continued
Commissioner Michael Matthews has denied any official reports of a Royal Virgin Islands Police Force Police Sergeant being removed from duty pending an investigation into his involvement with illegal activities. The message, which has been circulating on social media, reached our news room. It stated “Good Morning, a Police Sergeant in the RVIPF has been … Continued
The British Virgin Islands will receive over USD$362,000 in funding from the United Nations (UN) COVID-19 Response and Recovery Multi-Partner Trust Fund (COVID-19 MPTF Fund) as a participating country in the Joint Programme on “Social Protection and employability promotion to mitigate the socio-economic impact of COVID-19.” The Joint Programme supports the UN Multi-Sectoral Response Plan … Continued
Persons who have expired entry permits, work permits and work permit exemptions are to contact the respective departments to make an appointment to facilitate the regularising of their permits. Persons with Work Permits or Work Permit Exemptions that expired in 2020, and who are waiting to collect certificates from the Social Security Board, National Health … Continued
Local author, Lucinda Gordon said that her latest book is about her life-changing ordeal with domestic violence and her courage and journey to recovery. Ms. Gordon said her book, “My Shattered Life” is expected to provoke readers’ emotions when they read the details of her life while still rejoicing in her strength and ability to … Continued
