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Archive for July, 2024

RT O’Neal Admin Complex taking too long – Turnbull

RT O’Neal Admin Complex taking too long – Turnbull

Second District Representative Melvin Turnbull expressed concern over the prolonged unavailability of the Ralph T O’Neal Administrative Complex. The Complex, which once served as a central hub for government operations, was first opened in 1985. However, the facility suffered extensive […]

by / on July 4, 2024 at 12:18 PM /
I won’t blame the DPP for failures – Brewley

I won’t blame the DPP for failures – Brewley

A local talk show host refrained from blaming the embattled Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) for a series of unfavourable courtroom outcomes in recent years, leading to increasing calls for resignation. ‘Hot Seat’ Co-host Walwyn Brewley recently noted the challenges […]

by / on July 4, 2024 at 12:12 PM /
Premier chides Walwyn for unfair tactics

Premier chides Walwyn for unfair tactics

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley criticised Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn for straying off-topic recently during discussions meant to focus on critical financial legislation in the House of Assembly (HOA). The debate, which was supposed to concentrate on financial services and […]

by / on July 4, 2024 at 12:03 PM /
Report blasts long delays in Magistrate’s Court

Report blasts long delays in Magistrate’s Court

The Magistrate’s Court in the territory has been facing extended delays, which have raised concerns about its effectiveness. A recent report by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) identified significant issues within the justice system […]

by / on July 3, 2024 at 8:43 AM /
Walwyn laments BVI’s ‘flat-footed’ economy

Walwyn laments BVI’s ‘flat-footed’ economy

Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn criticised the government’s efforts to stimulate the economy amid recent changes to financial services legislation. “The economy is flat-footed. The tourism sector is flat-footed. The cruise industry is flat-footed,” he stated while reflecting on a […]

by / on July 3, 2024 at 8:20 AM /
Gov’t extends rental contract with Skelton

Gov’t extends rental contract with Skelton

The government has extended a rental contract with Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton’s real estate company, Skelton Properties Limited. The extension allows Skelton to continue serving as a House of Assembly (HOA) member despite his business dealings with the government, owing […]

by / on July 3, 2024 at 8:10 AM /
CXC Jamaica closes amid Hurricane Beryl! Barbados HQ reopens

CXC Jamaica closes amid Hurricane Beryl! Barbados HQ reopens

The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) has announced the closure of their Western Zone Office in Jamaica in anticipation of Hurricane Beryl. In a press release from Bridgetown, Barbados on Tuesday, CXC said its office in Jamaica closed on July 2 […]

by / on July 3, 2024 at 8:04 AM /
Fahie promised Senegalese man $133K — US Prosecutors

Fahie promised Senegalese man $133K — US Prosecutors

Court documents filed in the case against former Premier Andrew Fahie, who is now awaiting sentencing in the US for a drug conviction, have unveiled new details that Fahie agreed to pay his Senegalese friend, Baye Cisse, $133,000 as part […]

by / on July 3, 2024 at 6:20 AM /
COURT DOCUMENT: Fahie agreed to bribe Sylvester, Customs boss

COURT DOCUMENT: Fahie agreed to bribe Sylvester, Customs boss

New details have emerged from the latest court filing in the US case involving former Premier Andrew Fahie, following his conviction on drug and money laundering charges earlier this year. Prosecutors alleged in a new court filing dated June 28, […]

by / on July 2, 2024 at 8:46 AM /
Penn upset over EE clinic closure

Penn upset over EE clinic closure

The closure of the East End Long Look clinic for nearly three weeks has sparked outrage from Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn, who has voiced deep concern and disappointment over the situation. Penn stated that the clinic’s closure was due […]

by / on July 2, 2024 at 6:54 AM /