Opposition Leader Marlon Penn came in for considerable flack last evening from government ministers for his stance concerning the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex air conditioning installation contract. Penn was also accused by a prominent businesswoman, who called into the Virgin Islands […]
Archive for February, 2022
Dr Pickering noncommittal on contesting next election
Former Deputy Premier, Dr Kedrick Pickering has not yet decided whether to present himself as a candidate for the next general elections constitutionally due in February 2023. The former legislator, who also served as Minister for Natural Resources and Labour […]
Wheatley promises Labour fix after stakeholders’ meeting tomorrow
Local businesses suffering from the ongoing bottleneck at the Labour Department have been assured of a much-needed fix after Labour Minister Vincent Wheatley meets with stakeholders tomorrow, Thursday, February 10. The minister gave that assurance while speaking on JTV’s The […]
BVIHSA Director says hospital has ‘full nurse coverage’ for days now
Director of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA), Moleto Smith said contrary to reports, the emergency room at the Dr D Orlando Smith Hospital has full nursing coverage and is completely safe to visit in the event of an emergency. […]
Gov’t lacks ‘wherewithal’ to fix Ellis Thomas Downs — Fraser
Third District Representative Julian Fraser said the government does not have the “wherewithal” to fix the Ellis Thomas Downs facilities before the end of this political cycle, despite previous promises to have the area restored. Fraser said it’s sad to […]
‘They are lying!’ Hospital worker says over 20 nurses on strike
By Fitsroy Randall, BVI News Staff A senior worker at the Dr D Orlando Smith Hospital has blasted management of the medical facility for ‘lying to the media’ about the ongoing strike involving nurses from the emergency room. The source, […]
BVI’s COVID death toll climbs to 58
The following is a media release from the Ministry of Health The public is reminded to take every precaution to remain safe as COVID-19 is still present in the Virgin Islands, as in the rest of the world. The Ministry […]
Elderly visitor dies after falling overboard vessel near Peter Island
The police are investigating an incident in which a an elderly visitor died while on a sailing excursion in the territory on Monday, February 7. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) said in a brief press statement this morning […]
NHI not meeting financial demands of BVIHSA
Chairman of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA), Moleto Smith has said the National Health Insurance (NHI), in its current state, has not been meeting the financial demands of the Authority. Appearing before the Standing Finance Committee (SFC) late last […]
Food Security bill to tackle water, funding and land use problems
Agriculture & Fisheries Minister, Dr Natalio Wheatley said government’s proposed Virgin Islands Food Security and Sustainability bill will tackle several issues that affect the industry including water shortage, lack of capital, and inadequate land space. Speaking at the public consultation […]
