Former National Democratic Party (NDP) Chairman, Myron Walwyn has advocated for a reduction or suspension of import duties and other fees in the territory. His suggestion, while examining the government’s recent response to reports of price gouging, was among several […]
Archive for March, 2022
HLSCC and TAG sign MOU for auto mechanics training, job placement
The H Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) and local automotive business, Tortola Auto Group (TAG) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to train students in mechanics and help with job placements and internships. Speaking at the signing ceremony last […]
STT businessman accused of having criminal proceeds denied bail
A St Thomas businessman pleaded not guilty to possession of criminal proceeds when he appeared in the Magistrate’s Court on Monday, March 14. Keyon Smith, a United States citizen, was charged with having $83,732 in his possession which, according to […]
‘They never want anything good in District One’ — Premier
Premier Andrew Fahie has come out against persons that have questioned whether the government is able to fund the West End ferry terminal project. The Premier previously disclosed that $11 million has been spent on the project thus far, but […]
Three Immigration detainees recaptured
The Immigration Department has recaptured three of the detainees who escaped from the Immigration detention facility late last week. The search is still ongoing for the others who remain at large. The three illegal immigrants recaptured were identified Milson Catul, […]
Work permit renewal backlog to be cleared within a month — Premier
Premier Andrew Fahie has promised that all work permit renewals that remain pending with the Labour Department will be resolved within a month from this week. The Premier gave that assurance during a press conference last Friday. At the time, […]
Gov’t establishes task force to police against price gouging
Premier Andrew Fahie has announced that a new task force will be established to monitor gas prices and other goods to ensure businesses do not increase their prices unjustifiably. Speaking at a press conference last night, Fahie issued a stern […]
Premier still pushing for allowance for retired legislators
Premier Andrew Fahie said he remains committed to paying an allowance to retired elected officials and their families because of their sacrifices and service to the Virgin Islands. Speaking at a media session on Friday, the territory cannot turn its […]
Govt’s committee gets extension to decide on Willock’s legal fees
A further extension has been sought and granted to a committee established to determine whether House Speaker Julian Willock should shoulder the legal costs he incurred before the High Court last year. Willock was deemed personally liable by the court […]
New OneMart opens in Baughers Bay
A new OneMart Superstore was opened in Baughers Bay last Friday to bring convenient shopping to the people of that community and neighbouring areas. Speaking at the official opening ceremony, the Junior Minister for Trade and Economic Development Shereen Flax-Charles […]
