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ESHS won’t be ready for start of new school year in September

ESHS won’t be ready for start of new school year in September

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said the Elmore Stoutt High School will not be ready for the original September completion as was planned. The Premier sought to clarify his previous statement regarding the September deadline stating people have been ignoring the […]

by / on August 26, 2022 at 5:02 PM /
Sweeping campaign changes coming with amended Elections Act

Sweeping campaign changes coming with amended Elections Act

A number of sweeping measures are expected to come into force once legislators have amended the existing Elections Act.  A recent Cabinet post-meeting statement showed that legislators are looking at restricting campaigning at polling stations on Advance Polling Day, among […]

by / on August 26, 2022 at 10:22 AM /
The central administration complex in Road Town that houses several government offices. (GIS photo)

CRC to make recommendations on how to hold gov’t accountable

The Constitutional Review Commission (CRC) is being tasked with making recommendations on, among other things, ways of holding the elected ministerial government accountable in the House of Assembly (HOA). This was revealed to be part of the terms of reference […]

by / on August 26, 2022 at 8:15 AM /
Gov’t enters into 3-year lease to house court at Joe’s Hill

Gov’t enters into 3-year lease to house court at Joe’s Hill

The government will be entering into a three-year lease agreement with CADCO Holdings Limited to accommodate the Magistrate’s Court. Cabinet made this decision during its July 27 meeting. Recent Cabinet documents indicated that the space could be rented beyond the […]

by / on August 26, 2022 at 7:45 AM /
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley

Some want to see gov’t members fighting — Premier

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has said that despite many people wanting to see members of his Government of National Unity fighting, he is happy things are running smoothly and the members are working together to deliver progress to residents. Speaking […]

by / on August 26, 2022 at 7:24 AM /
Former Children Protective Services boss charged with child cruelty

Former Children Protective Services boss charged with child cruelty

This article has been updated BVI News understands that a woman who reportedly serves as a senior government functionary has been arrested and charged for allegedly ill-treating a minor. The official, whose name our news centre has opted to withdraw […]

by / on August 26, 2022 at 7:09 AM /
Officials break ground for the construction of a new Jost Van Dyke Primary School.

Quality Construction awarded $4M JVD Primary School contract

After being awarded the contract for the construction of the Technical Block at the Elmore Stoutt High School, Roy Garroway of Quality Construction was recently awarded another contract in excess of $4 million for the construction of the Jost Van […]

by / on August 25, 2022 at 2:53 PM /
An architectural illustration of some properties at Joe's Hill Manor.

SSB starts home-buyers selection process for Joe’s Hill Manor

Calls have been made for persons wishing to become residents of the government’s low-income housing initiative at Joe’s Hill to demonstrate their interest. The Social Security Board (SSB) announced yesterday that it has begun the applicant selection process for prospective […]

by / on August 25, 2022 at 8:47 AM /
Local pro sprinter, Ashley Kelly in a coaching session with a young athlete.

Premier to look into reports of lack of medical equipment at AO Shirley

Premier and Minister of Finance Dr Natalio Wheatley said he will take a look into why the medical room at the AO Shirley Recreational Grounds in Road Town is yet to be outfitted with proper equipment since being constructed more […]

by / on August 25, 2022 at 8:21 AM /
Hotel Castle Maria

BVI needs proper detention centre — Assistant Commissioner of Police

In the wake of yet another escape by a detainee from a temporary facility that acts as the government’s immigration detention centre, a senior police officer is calling for a new facility to be established. Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police […]

by / on August 25, 2022 at 7:58 AM /