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Businesses must pay debts...Small businesses hoping to tap into the Virgin Islands government’s small business grant programme...
May 28, 2026 at 6:35 AM -
We don’t want it! Gov’t c...Local businesswoman Amberly Crabbe has criticised plans for a transitional facility and social complex...
May 28, 2026 at 6:25 AM -
Statutory board members h...Commentator Claude Skelton Cline has blasted what he described as the growing power and pay of statutory...
May 28, 2026 at 6:22 AM
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Government moves ahead with airport extension tender
Despite reported pushback from the United Kingdom government over the proposed expansion of the Terrance B Lettsome International Airport and repeated expressions of frustration from Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley over project delays,...
May 28, 2026 at 6:15 AM -
Premier describes Cabinet arrangement in BVI as ‘abnormal’
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has described the current governance arrangement in the Virgin Islands as “abnormal”, arguing that the territory should have greater constitutional authority as negotiations begin with the United Kingdom...
May 28, 2026 at 6:05 AM -
Premier rejects Penn’s legislative abuse claims
https://bvinews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Premier-Defends-Lengthy-House-Sitting.m4a Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has pushed back against accusations that his administration abused the House of Assembly’s legislative process...
May 27, 2026 at 6:45 AM
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Disingenuous! Penn slams gov’t for abolishing Trade Commission
Opposition Leader Marlon Penn has blasted the government’s decision to scrap the long-discussed Trade Commission, accusing the Virgin Islands Party administration of being “disingenuous” in its justification for abandoning the...
May 27, 2026 at 6:28 AM -
UK still has ‘chokehold’ on airport expansion — Fraser
Deputy Premier Julian Fraser has argued that the United Kingdom continues to maintain a “chokehold” on the Virgin Islands’ long-delayed airport expansion project, saying constitutional limitations continue to restrict the territory’s...
May 27, 2026 at 6:19 AM -
Gov’t needs more responsibility over security, says Premier
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has argued that the Virgin Islands needs greater control over security matters to strengthen democratic accountability as the territory prepares for constitutional negotiations with the United Kingdom. Speaking...
May 27, 2026 at 6:06 AM
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CariCRIS reaffirms VI’s high creditworthiness
The Virgin Islands has retained its investment-grade credit ratings from Caribbean Information and Credit Rating Services Limited (CariCRIS), with the regional ratings agency reaffirming the territory’s high level of creditworthiness...
May 27, 2026 at 5:04 AM -
Anegada ATM expected to be installed soon
Residents and visitors to Anegada are still waiting for a promised ATM, and Junior Minister for Trade & Economic Development Lorna Smith says the delay has little to do with local red tape and everything to do with limited regional...
May 26, 2026 at 7:10 AM -
I didn’t push Lorna Smith to join VIP government, says Vanterpool
People’s Leadership Movement (PLM) founder Mark Vanterpool has sought to distance himself from long-running claims that he orchestrated Lorna Smith’s controversial move to help the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) form government after...
May 26, 2026 at 7:02 AM
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Government eyeing reserved industries for BVIslanders
Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development Lorna Smith said the government is examining ways to reserve specific industries and business opportunities for BVIslanders as part of efforts to strengthen local entrepreneurship...
May 26, 2026 at 6:45 AM -
Health Minister blames NHI problems on ‘day-one’ withdrawal
Health Minister Vincent Wheatley has argued that long-standing problems with the National Health Insurance (NHI) system began when funds were withdrawn immediately after the programme launched in 2016, despite recommendations against...
May 26, 2026 at 6:35 AM -
Hantavirus risk in BVI and Caribbean ‘very low’ — CMO
Residents in the BVI and the wider Caribbean face a “very low” risk from hantavirus, according to Chief Medical Officer Dr Ronald Georges, who urged the public to remain vigilant while relying on reputable health information sources. Speaking...
May 26, 2026 at 6:06 AM
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Manuel Reef boat fire under investigation
Police are investigating a marine fire incident that happened near Manuel Reef on Saturday evening, May 23, after emergency responders were called to extinguish a blaze aboard a vessel in the area. The Royal Virgin Islands Police...
May 25, 2026 at 7:58 AM -
COMMENTARY: The Forgotten Disease
By Dr. Craig Stoutt, Contributor Back in the 80’s and 90’s in the United States, young men were dropping like flies and we were not sure of the cause. With further research, observations and investigations, we realized...
May 23, 2026 at 7:49 AM -
LETTER: Concern about government hiring practices and the new recruitment platform
Dear Editor, I am writing to share my concerns regarding the current hiring process within the British Virgin Islands Government recruitment platform. Over the last year, I have submitted multiple applications through the Government...
May 23, 2026 at 7:41 AM
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COMMENTARY: The Season of the bull and politics
By Dickson Igwe, Contributor It is the season of posturing. One sage mind stated once upon a time power does not travel but decides all outcomes. Considering the political culture in the Virgin Islands, the first part of that assertion...
May 23, 2026 at 7:37 AM -
Consumer protection bill doesn’t go far enough — Turnbull
Opposition legislator Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull has blasted the government’s Consumer Protection Amendment Bill 2026 as an inadequate response to the worsening cost-of-living crisis, arguing that the legislation focuses too heavily...
May 22, 2026 at 6:24 AM -
Skelton backs Crown land approach criticised by COI
Territorial At-Large Representative Ronnie Skelton has urged the new Crown Lands Advisory Board to ensure more Virgin Islanders can acquire land, arguing that Crown land has long been tied to family stability, home ownership and generational...
May 22, 2026 at 6:16 AM
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DDM warns against hurricane complacency
Residents are being urged to prepare for the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season, with disaster officials warning that even weaker storms can cause serious disruption. The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) issued the appeal...
May 22, 2026 at 6:09 AM -
NDP urged to press gov’t on HOA questions
Opposition Leader Marlon Penn is facing calls to intensify pressure on the government to restore the question-and-answer segment in the House of Assembly, amid growing concerns about accountability and transparency in the territory’s...
May 22, 2026 at 6:04 AM -
Premier attending high-level meetings in UK
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley is currently in the United Kingdom for a series of high-level meetings with British officials focused on constitutional reform and economic cooperation between the Virgin Islands and the UK. According to...
May 22, 2026 at 6:01 AM
