Former Deputy Commissioner of Police, Alwin James, was exonerated from charges in a controversial firearms case he denounced as an abuse of process.  The case ended with the court acknowledging procedural failings and potential entrapment tactics used against him. Charges against James came under scrutiny for lacking substantial […]

The has government approved a revised policy for Belonger status and permanent residence in the territory. It said the policy provides a fair, clear, and transparent process for granting these statuses to individuals who are neither permanent residents nor Belongers. The […]

Talk show host Dr Kedrick Pickering has stated that BVIslanders are suffering from hubris — an extreme form of pride that is holding the territory back as it seeks to advance into the next phase of development. Speaking on the […]

The main road from East End to Road Town on Tortola has been temporarily closed at Sophie Bay. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force issued that notice moments ago due to a major traffic accident on Sophie Bay Hill. A truck overturned […]

The Ministry of Health and Social Development is reporting an uptick in recycling efforts across the territory.    According to statistics from Green VI, over the last three years, approximately 13 million plastic bottles, predominantly water bottles, were diverted from the waste […]

The government is calling on residents to participate in the development of the Human Rights Commission Bill, 2024. The bill proposes establishing a dedicated commission to investigate complaints, promote awareness, and champion human rights. This new body would consist of five human rights commissioners, ensuring equal representation […]

Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton has given the government a failing grade for its first year in office, creating a stark contrast with the optimism expressed by Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley. Skelton articulated a grim view of the current state of affairs under the Virgin […]

Two men have been arrested following an extensive year-long investigation into the 2023 murder of Kemo Lettsome on Tortola. The incident, which occurred on April 30 last year, saw the 37-year-old fatally shot at a family gathering near the Stickett in […]

Commissioner of Customs Wade Smith emerged victorious in a judicial review case against Senior Magistrate Tamia Richards and the Commissioner of Police. The court found that the actions of the Senior Magistrate in granting a search warrant against Smith were […]

As the government celebrated its first year in office on April 24, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has thanked those who voted for his administration and has vowed to continue working to create a better society. In his national address to mark the […]