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Premier rejects claims that BVI politicians are self-serving

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has dismissed claims that elected officials in the Virgin Islands are primarily motivated by self-interest, describing the allegation as a political narrative that does not reflect reality. Speaking on the Talking Points show recently, Dr Wheatley […]
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Residents, tourists treated poorly at main airport — Skelton Cline

Honestly Speaking talk show host Claude Skelton Cline said residents and visitors are being subjected to unnecessary treatment at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport. He said he witnessed tourists being told they could only carry one resealable plastic bag […]
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Over 20 high-profile politicians, athletes descended from Long Look

A community established some 250 years ago by just 25 formerly enslaved people who bought their freedom has produced more than 20 prominent politicians and world-class athletes, according to historians commemorating the anniversary of the Long Look Estate. The BVI […]
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Rymer condemns ‘senseless’ killing of K’moi Walters

Fifth District Representative Kye Rymer has condemned the fatal shooting of K’moi Walters as a “cruel and senseless act of violence”, calling on anyone with information to assist police as they investigate the territory’s first murder of 2026. In a […]
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Labour Department cracks down on poor quality uploads

The Department of Labour and Workforce Development has announced that it will automatically reject substandard files uploaded to the Virgin Islands’ Labour Management System (LMS), ending what it described as previous leniency toward poor-quality submissions. In a recent bulletin, the […]

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BREAKING: Male fatally sh...
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has launched an investigation into a fatal shooting on...
July 6, 2026 at 6:21 AM
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Adaejah Hodge relishes po...
Local sprint sensation Adaejah Hodge said her first appearance on a Wanda Diamond League podium has fuelled...
July 6, 2026 at 6:12 AM
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UK to get fresh reparatio...
Jamaica is preparing to take its campaign for slavery reparations directly to King Charles III, with...
July 6, 2026 at 6:07 AM

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COMMENTARY: The Feel-Good Factor

By Dickson Igwe, Contributor In the constellation of the investigator, and the various objects contained therein, as stated in the last tale on Virgin Islands Politics, some objects such as a hub, black hole, or galaxy, carry greater...
July 4, 2026 at 7:30 AM
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Call made for freeze on new work permits

Commentator Claude Skelton Cline has called for the Virgin Islands government to suspend the issuance of all new work permits until it completes the national census and gathers what he described as accurate data on the territory’s...
July 3, 2026 at 7:57 AM
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Too many gov’t vehicles in circulation

Political commentator Claude Skelton Cline has called for an immediate halt to government vehicle purchases, arguing that the territory can no longer afford the growing cost of maintaining what he described as an oversized fleet during...
July 3, 2026 at 7:36 AM

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Rosan hits back at Premier’s latest defence of overseas travel

Political commentator and talk show host Cindy Rosan has pushed back against Premier Natalio Wheatley’s latest defence of his government’s overseas travel, arguing that taxpayers deserve measurable proof that the frequent...
July 3, 2026 at 6:40 AM
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Premier hosts Bahamas foreign minister for high-level talks

The Virgin Islands this week hosted Bahamas Foreign Affairs Minister Frederick A Mitchell Jr for a series of high-level meetings centred on constitutional development, regional cooperation and closer ties between the two Caribbean...
July 3, 2026 at 6:24 AM
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Health ministry boosts border readiness against public health threats

The Ministry of Health and Social Development has moved to strengthen the Virgin Islands’ ability to detect and respond to public health threats by bringing together key border agencies to improve coordination at the territory’s...
July 3, 2026 at 6:19 AM

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Nurses, doctors threatening strike over delayed salary increases

Reports are emerging that some healthcare workers at the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) are threatening industrial action over long-promised salary increases, raising fears of potential disruption to healthcare services if...
July 2, 2026 at 7:13 AM
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Premier apologises for delay in retiree pension increases

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has apologised to government retirees after a long-awaited increase in their pension payments was delayed due to inaccuracies discovered during an internal audit. Appearing on the Talking Points programme...
July 2, 2026 at 7:06 AM
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Premier: Salary hikes without pension reform a ‘missed opportunity’

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has acknowledged that the government missed an opportunity by implementing public service salary increases before reforming the territory’s public pension system. During a recent interview on the Talking...
July 2, 2026 at 6:44 AM

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BVIslander arrested for illegal entry in USVI

A 19-year-old BVIslander is facing multiple federal charges in the US Virgin Islands after authorities allegedly found suspected child exploitation material on his cellphone following his arrest for illegally re-entering the US territory. Court...
July 2, 2026 at 6:18 AM
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HM Prison celebrates arts rehab programme success

His Majesty’s Prison has marked the completion of a 12-week Arts Rehabilitation Programme with an exhibition and merchandise launch, highlighting artwork created by inmates as part of efforts to support rehabilitation and successful...
July 2, 2026 at 5:52 AM
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Airport expansion funding may come from SSB investment

The BVI Airports Authority intends to approach the Social Security Board (SSB) to help finance the next phase of the territory’s airport expansion, though Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said the decision rests entirely with the...
July 1, 2026 at 7:47 AM

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Premier: Charter yacht fee increases a ‘tremendous’ success

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has described the Virgin Islands’ increased charter yacht fees as a “tremendous” success, saying the reforms have boosted government revenue, strengthened the local marine industry and...
July 1, 2026 at 6:55 AM
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Tourism players shouldn’t voice all concerns publicly

Talk show host Claude Skelton Cline has suggested that government and tourism officials should exercise greater control over the public messaging that emerges from industry forums, arguing that while the concerns raised at the recent...
July 1, 2026 at 6:47 AM
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Nurses benefit from development workshop

Nurse managers, nursing supervisors and charge nurses across the territory have completed a three-day leadership development workshop aimed at strengthening patient care and improving clinical leadership within the British Virgin...
July 1, 2026 at 6:23 AM

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PHOTOS: Heritage Parade and Love Fest

Residents and officials gathered in the East End/Long Look community on Tuesday for a Heritage Parade held as part of the commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of Freedom at Nottingham Estate in Long Look. Organised by the Ministry...
July 1, 2026 at 6:00 AM
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Premier confirms Julian Willock is his political adviser

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has confirmed that former House Speaker Julian Willock is serving as his political adviser, ending weeks of public speculation after Willock repeatedly declined to confirm whether he had accepted a government...
June 30, 2026 at 7:43 AM
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BVI Aquatic Experience earns 2026 Telly Award!

The BVI Virtual Reality Aquatics Experience has earned a 2026 International Telly Award, recognising excellence in immersive and mixed-reality storytelling. The Aquatics Experience forms part of the Virtual Reality Interactive Guest...
June 30, 2026 at 6:30 AM

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ROSAN: Stop asking for Walwyn, start calling for Penn

Political commentator Cindy Rosan has argued that public attention is being directed at the wrong person, saying residents should stop questioning the visibility of former Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn and instead focus on holding...
June 29, 2026 at 7:14 AM
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Parillon pledges focus on skilled workers if elected

Aaron Parillon has pledged to prioritise creating opportunities for skilled workers and tradespeople — especially those in the Third Electoral District — if elected. Speaking recently on the Talking Points radio programme,...
June 29, 2026 at 6:34 AM
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Attacks on financial services real, intense and constant — Premier

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has warned that the BVI’s financial services industry faces relentless external pressure, declaring that attacks on international financial centres such as the BVI are “real,” “intense,”...
June 29, 2026 at 6:30 AM