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Health Minister asks BVIH...Reports reaching BVI News indicate that Health Minister Vincent Wheatley has requested the resignation...
September 12, 2024 at 5:37 PM -
Ferry crew member arreste...A crew member of a popular ferry operating between BVI and the neighbouring US Virgin Islands (USVI)...
September 12, 2024 at 8:00 AM -
A violent last 18 months ...Statistics from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) reveal that 2023 recorded the highest...
September 12, 2024 at 7:39 AM
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Young people prevented from building wealth — Skelton
Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton has raised concerns that local young people in the BVI are finding it increasingly difficult to build wealth due to financial regulations. During a recent debate in the House of Assembly, Skelton expressed...
September 12, 2024 at 7:28 AM -
UK OT’s Minister to visit BVI in November
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley announced that he looks forward to welcoming UK Overseas Territories Minister Stephen Doughty to the Virgin Islands in early November and introducing him to the people of the territory. Premier Wheatley...
September 12, 2024 at 7:24 AM -
Governor Pruce unaware of unsigned Bills passed by HOA
During a recent press conference, Governor Daniel Pruce addressed concerns about unsigned bills passed by the House of Assembly. The Governor admitted that he was unaware of any significant delays in approving Bills other than those...
September 12, 2024 at 6:14 AM
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Gov’t dropped the ball on VG healthcare — Levons
Former political candidate Coy Levons has criticised the government’s handling of healthcare issues in Virgin Gorda following the tragic death of resident Revovion ‘Bucky’ Sprauve. Levons expressed concern that the island’s...
September 11, 2024 at 7:54 AM -
WINAIR explores direct flights to Virgin Gorda
WINAIR, a regional airline with a long history in the Caribbean, is considering adding direct flights to Virgin Gorda. The airline’s CEO, Hans van de Velde, shared this information during an interview with JTV recently. During the...
September 11, 2024 at 7:48 AM -
Poor management! Premier shouldn’t be handling bush cutting
Territorial At-Large Representative Stacey ‘Buddha’ Mather has slammed the government’s poor management of the BVI, pointing to the untidy appearance of the territory’s roadsides as just one example of its poor record in office. Mather...
September 11, 2024 at 7:45 AM
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Venezuelan man fined $6,500 after pleading guilty to illegal entry
Venezuelan national Ricardo Martinez who was among a group involved in a high speed chase with police last month, was fined $6,500 for illegal entry after pleading guilty in the Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday,...
September 11, 2024 at 7:33 AM -
Health Ministry to launch BVI Moves wellness programme
The Ministry of Health and Social Development has announced the launch of the BVI Moves programme to commemorate Caribbean Wellness Day on Saturday, September 14, under the theme, “Power Through Collective Action.” The programme...
September 11, 2024 at 6:26 AM -
Travesty! At-Large reps AWOL from VG meeting
The absence of Territorial At-Large Representatives at a recent community meeting in Virgin Gorda has sparked criticism from local commentator Elvin Grant, who labelled their non-attendance as a “travesty”. The community meeting...
September 10, 2024 at 8:54 AM
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Several young offenders arrested over the summer
According to police reports, approximately 12 young men aged 21 and under were arrested during the summer months of June and July. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has revealed that most of these young offenders are...
September 10, 2024 at 8:29 AM -
BVIHSA Chairman denies smirking accusations
BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Chairman Ron Potter has refuted accusations that he was smirking during a recent community meeting in Virgin Gorda. Virgin Gorda resident Laura Fox publicly rebuked Potter during the meeting,...
September 10, 2024 at 7:47 AM -
What about helicopters for medical emergencies?
Residents have expressed concern about the lack of emergency helicopter services for medical emergencies on the BVI’s outer islands. The issue arose at a recent Virgin Gorda community meeting after the death of Virgin Gorda resident...
September 10, 2024 at 7:34 AM
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Gov’t ministers to attend St Kitts 9th OECS meeting
Minister for Education Sharie de Castro and Minister for Health Vincent Wheatley are scheduled to attend the 9th Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Council of Ministers Meeting in St. Kitts and Nevis, starting today, Tuesday,...
September 10, 2024 at 6:05 AM -
Vehicular accident in Sophie Bay
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed that a traffic accident involving three vehicles occurred in Sophie Bay shortly after 9 a.m. this morning, Monday, September 9. Police report that there were no injuries...
September 9, 2024 at 12:19 PM -
Resident fumes as BVIHSA Chair reportedly smiles in crisis meeting
At a recent community meeting in Virgin Gorda, residents expressed intense frustration when BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Chairman Ron Potter reportedly appeared smiling, despite serious discussions about delays in urgent...
September 9, 2024 at 9:12 AM
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We are tired of government’s drivel — Flax-Brutus
Residents of Virgin Gorda have expressed deep frustration with the government’s handling of healthcare services on the island, demanding greater accountability and improved emergency response. The issue arose at a recent community...
September 9, 2024 at 8:23 AM -
Sprauve sister slams gov’t response to Bucky’s death
The sister of Revovion “Bucky” Sprauve, who passed away on August 31 after reportedly being denied timely access to medical services in Virgin Gorda, has expressed her anger over the handling of the situation. During a...
September 9, 2024 at 8:16 AM -
Gov’t took ‘Greedy Bill’ and forgot the people, says VG resident
Residents of Virgin Gorda have expressed significant frustration with the government’s handling of their healthcare needs, accusing officials of prioritising their own benefits over the community’s welfare...
September 9, 2024 at 7:41 AM
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80 public officers receive training for customer service
The Office of the Deputy Governor announced on September 6 that 80 public officers have completed a Customer Service Training course facilitated by the Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute (VIPSLI). The training offered...
September 9, 2024 at 6:20 AM -
Body of female found in BVI waters
Reports have reached BVI News about a female body found in BVI waters between Jost Van Dyke and Tortola last evening Thursday, September 5. A boat traveling from the sister island to Tortola was reported to be sinking, so members...
September 6, 2024 at 2:31 PM -
HOA introduces Code of Conduct legislation
Lawmakers in the House of Assembly (HOA) have taken a step towards enhanced transparency and accountability by introducing a new Code of Conduct. The new framework was praised for its transformative nature, offering clear guidelines...
September 6, 2024 at 8:06 AM
