Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said he believes the BVI has a patriotism challenge and has emphasised the need for a structured process to encourage patriotism among residents and those seeking to become permanent residents and Belongers. “I would venture to say […]

The National Security Council (NSC) has committed to developing a more effective strategy to combat gun crime in the BVI following the recent double murder that rocked the territory.  The victims, 44-year-old Alix Montero Hernandez of Fahie Hill and 33-year-old […]

Minister for Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, Lorna Smith,  is leading a 13-member delegation on a trade mission to Asia, one of the BVI’s most important business markets.  The delegation will also be joined by industry counterparts from Asia. Asia […]

The BVI Airports Authority has announced that American Airlines will maintain continuous flights to the territory during the traditionally slow periods from July to October.   The airline started flying from the US to the territory in 2023 and despite a few setbacks, continues to […]

Former government consultant Pastor Claude Skelton Cline has been arrested in connection with an ongoing criminal investigation into government contracts awarded from 2008 to 2010. The 58-year-old clergyman from Ballast Bay was charged with two counts of obtaining property by […]

PRESS RELEASE: World Telecommunications and Information Society Day (WTISD) is celebrated on 17 May annually since its establishment in 1969. The observance of WTISD aims to raise awareness about the benefits that internet and other communication technologies can bring to […]

Two males lost their lives following a shooting incident in Huntums Ghut early this morning, Friday, May 17, according to a statement from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).  According to the police, the shooting happened around 1 am.  […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has called for a strategic shift that moves away from relying on imported labour to the detriment of local talent.  The Premier’s appeal came during a discussion on the new immigration bill, which advocates for introducing immigration quotas […]

Despite acknowledging numerous challenges, Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries Dr Karl Dawson has commended local farmers who are finding creative ways to generate interest in their work. Minister Dawson said he is particularly pleased with the growing trend in which […]

Chairman of the BVI Chamber of Commerce Shaina Smith-Archer has called for short-term solutions to the problems that cause flooding in Road Town, saying businesses are paying dearly for those disasters. Last week, heavy rains doused the BVI and caused flooding […]