Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton has again called for funds to be allotted to Opposition members of the House of Assembly, stating that his side of the political aisle needs money to acquire resources that will make them more effective. Speaking […]
Archive for December, 2023
Premier doubles down on government’s overseas trips
Overseas trips taken by government members to attend various conferences and events have been critical to moving the territory forward and making gains for the BVI’s advancement, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has asserted. Critics have railed against the government’s frequent […]
Process them faster! 60% of labour force requires permits
Deputy Premier and Labour Minister Lorna Smith has revealed that 60 per cent of the territory’s 21,000-member workforce requires work permits. While commenting on some of the issues affecting her ministry, Smith stressed that systems within the Labour Department need […]
USVI benefiting as BVI drops the ball with tourism — Walwyn
Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn said he has noticed that the USVI Governor endorsed the VIP Party during the recent general election, even as his country continues to crush the BVI with better tourism outcomes. Walwyn said he understands why […]
Businesses are refusing to work with gov’t, says Penn
Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn has bemoaned the cumbersome procurement process used by the government, stating that there is a growing number of businesses that are choosing to not work with the government. The government is expecting to spend some […]
Reform process after COI report done under duress
While appealing for unity from elected representatives in the House of Assembly (HOA), Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has expressed that good governance changes coming out of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) report are being implemented by his government under force […]
Gov’t allots $20M to acquire Joe’s Hill Manor
After months of pleading from some critics, the government has now conceded that it will purchase the Joe’s Hill Manor Estate to streamline the acquisition process for first-time homeowners. During the budget debate, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley announced that the […]
Police Welfare chairman rejects calls for Collins’ resignation
Chairman of the Police Welfare Association (PWA) Dean Robin has rejected calls for the resignation of Police Commissioner Mark Collins and condemned what he described as attacks on the top cop’s integrity. Robin, a Chief Inspector attached to the Royal […]
RATED programme workers waiting too long for pay
Second District Representative Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull has again called for serious upgrades to the government’s RATED programme, saying participants are frustrated by the length of time it takes to receive their pay. The RATED programme is an initiative of the […]
Finance Minister failed to fulfil his main duty — Walwyn
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has picked up more criticism due to his absence from the majority of the Standing Finance Committee meetings where the territory’s annual budget was examined. Sixth District Representative Myron Walwayn is the latest elected leader to […]
