While police investigations into the tragic death of local musician and volleyball player Frandie Martin Jr remain ongoing, persons close to the deceased have questioned the reason for the lengthy delay in bringing charges or a resolution to the matter. […]
Archive for March, 2022
Government in dialogue with SSB for loans to fund projects
Premier Andrew Fahie said the government is in dialogue with the Social Security Board (SSB) for a loan to complete several projects they have in the pipeline. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Fahie said he cannot disclose the […]
BVI and USVI agree to reciprocal certification for commercial vessels
The BVI and United States Virgin Islands have agreed to a reciprocal certification where both territories will recognise licenses issued by the relevant authorities for commercial vessels. Speaking at a one-on-one media session earlier today, the Premier said the […]
Fahie rubbishes claims that only $50K budgeted for farming
Claims that the government only allotted $50,000 for fishing and farming in the territory’s budget have been rubbished by Premier and Minister of Finance, Andrew Fahie. The Premier indicated that a layperson would see that figure if they look at […]
Penn suggests USDA certification for BVI agricultural produce
This story has been updated to reflect changes requested by the Leader of Opposition Leader of the Opposition Marlon Penn said the Virgin Islands should look into getting local produce certified by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). In […]
Legislator wants food security bill to address overfishing in BVI
Fifth District Representative, Kye Rymer said he hopes the new Food Security and Sustainability bill makes provision for overfishing in the Virgin Islands, especially as it relates to international fishers operating in the territory’s waters. While making his contribution to […]
It’s a lie! Premier refutes squandering $40M SSB grant
Premier Andrew Fahie has refuted claims by Opposition Leader Marlon Penn that his government squandered a $40 million grant from the Social Security Board (SSB). Speaking in the House of Assembly (HOA) yesterday, March 10, Premier Fahie described Penn’s claims […]
We want the UK to be a partner in eradication of colonialism
Education Minister and Deputy Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley expressed hope that the United Kingdom (UK) would be a partner with the BVI in its efforts at decolonisation. Speaking at a ceremony earlier this week to observe the birthday of BVI’s […]
Gov’t should facilitate first-time land owners to build their homes
Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly (HoA) Neville ‘Sheep’ Smith said the government should help first-time Belonger landowners with the construction of homes. Smith was giving his contribution to the motion moved by Premier Andrew Fahie to amend the […]
Reservoir and wells among fixes for Paraquita Bay water woes
Minister with responsibility for agriculture, Dr Natalio Wheatley, said a well and a reservoir are among some of the fixes being looked at to remedy longstanding water issues being experienced by Paraquita Bay farmers. According to the Deputy Premier, the […]
