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Rymer and team assess drainage ahead of TS Tammy

Rymer and team assess drainage ahead of TS Tammy

Communications & Works Minister Kye Rymer led a team through several areas of Road Town to assess the drainage situation ahead of Tropical Storm Tammy. The delegation included Deputy Premier Lorna Smith; Health Minister Vincent Wheatley; Junior Minister for Agriculture […]

by / on October 20, 2023 at 6:37 AM /
Not the exact cameras mentioned in the article.

Delays in CCTV network rollout, but system ‘never been better’

Police Commissioner Mark Collins has assured residents that CCTV camera systems across the territory are up and working and suggested that he has not gotten any reports indicating that the system is not functioning as it should. “I’m not sure […]

by / on October 20, 2023 at 6:26 AM /
Members of the Royal Cayman Islands Police Force in Road Town after the hurricanes.

Safe place! Governor not seeking external help for crime surge

As shootings continue to escalate in the territory with the latest firearm-related incident this week leaving two victims wounded at Fish Bay, Governor John Rankin has indicated that he is not inclined to seek outside help to stem the crime […]

by / on October 19, 2023 at 7:15 AM /
Not the actual scene from this morning's shooting.

Over 20 shots fired at victims in Fish Bay attack

BVI News has received additional information regarding this week’s shooting incident, revealing that the assailant made a determined effort to endanger the lives of the two men who are currently nursing injuries. Our sources reveal that the two victims arrived […]

by / on October 19, 2023 at 6:35 AM /
Seventh District Representative Dr Natalio Wheatley.

Anti-crime summit coming next year

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has stated that the government will be hosting an anti-crime summit in the first quarter of 2024, as the community continues to grapple with an uptick in serious crimes. The Premier said the summit will draw […]

by / on October 19, 2023 at 6:06 AM /
Lawmakers told to choose public good over personal gain in HOA

Lawmakers told to choose public good over personal gain in HOA

As concerns continue over the issuance of government contracts to lawmakers in the House of Assembly (HOA), elected officials have been urged to prioritise the public’s interest over their own personal enrichment. In his most recent report on the implementation […]

by / on October 19, 2023 at 6:02 AM /
New buildings at a the Elmore Stoutt High School in Lower Estate. (RDA photo)

ESHS Principal acted responsibly in school fracas, says Governor

Governor John Rankin said a recent incident at the Elmore Stoutt High School which resulted in parents rushing to take students away from the campus was dealt with responsibly. Initial unconfirmed reports suggested assailants had entered the campus with a […]

by / on October 19, 2023 at 6:00 AM /
File photo of the statue of Noel Lloyd before it was damaged during Hurricane Irma in 2017.

Should we rebury Noel Lloyd in Road Town?

Although the great Noel Lloyd has been officially named a national hero, Third District Representative Julian Fraser believes there is one more thing that the Virgin Islands can do to honour his life and legacy. Fraser said the government should […]

by / on October 18, 2023 at 10:54 PM /
Tortola, British Virgin Islands.

Consultant coming to boost RATED programme

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said a consultant is expected to join the government’s RATED programme soon as it continues in its efforts to stimulate employment in some sectors of the territory. Premier Wheatley gave that indication at a recent press […]

by / on October 18, 2023 at 7:22 AM /
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley

VI should guard against outsiders coming to do harm

Premier Natalio Wheatley has urged that national security be considered one of the important elements to be looked at as the country revamps its immigration policy, insisting that any new policy must protect locals from harm from outsiders. “I don’t […]

by / on October 18, 2023 at 6:18 AM /