The shelter box pictured was being installed at Frenchman’s Cay on Tortola today, October 13. Shelter boxes are provided and installed by the Rotary Clubs in an effort to assist with temporary housing as a form of relief for those left in […]

More than 3,000 tarpaulins have been requested and distributed throughout the British Virgin Islands (BVI) since Hurricane Irma hit the territory on September 6, said Governor Augustus Jaspert. He added that the supply, very often, outstrips the demand for tarps. […]

A tropical wave announced earlier this week is drawing closer to the British Virgin Islands (BVI), and is forecast to cause showers in the territory from Saturday through to Monday, October 16. The Department of Disaster Management (DDM), in a […]

Premier Dr D Orlando Smith said his government is not ignoring residents’ complaints and constructive criticisms regarding issues such as job opportunities and the distribution of relief supplies following Hurricane Irma. “I have heard your complaints and constructive criticisms of […]

While noting that damage to the territory as a result of recent natural disasters is estimated at some $3.3 billion across all sectors, Premier Dr D Orlando Smith said his administration will use an appropriate mix of financing including grants […]

Davion Smith, BVI News Journalist A number of business owners who suffered losses as a result of looting and Hurricane Irma have pledged to never operate in the British Virgin Islands again, said Leader of the Opposition Andrew Fahie. Reports […]

After missing two deadlines to pay public officers for work done throughout the second half of September, Government said the payments are finally available. Deputy Governor Rosalie Adams, who is in charge of the public service, today disclosed: “I am […]

Food, clothing, vehicles and other non-luxury items have been added to the list of goods on which Government is waiving customs duties, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr D Orlando Smith announced yesterday, October 12. He said the move is […]

Minister of Communication and Works Mark Vanterpool has been appointed to act in the top political job in the British Virgin Islands (BVI). He will serve in the post of Acting Premier until October 15 when Premier Dr D Orlando Smith […]

The recent hurricanes may have caused widespread destruction and job losses in the territory, but endless job opportunities have opened up for residents in companies such as telecommunication company Digicel, which has announced that it is hiring locally. While stating […]