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Dangerous! Premier concerned about governor’s powers

Dangerous! Premier concerned about governor’s powers

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has expressed grave concerns about the Governor’s ability to change legislation in the territory, calling it a “dangerous power” that residents should not desire. He made the comment during a recent media briefing about the government’s […]

by / on July 22, 2024 at 6:50 AM /
Premier concerned over pace of DDM building construction

Premier concerned over pace of DDM building construction

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has expressed concern regarding the slow pace of reconstruction for the new building intended to house the Department of Disaster Management (DDM). This project is a vital component of the BVI’s disaster preparedness infrastructure. At a […]

by / on July 22, 2024 at 6:35 AM /
BVITB: Emancipation festival on track amid challenges, resignation

BVITB: Emancipation festival on track amid challenges, resignation

Director of the BVI Tourist Board, Clive McCoy, stated at a press conference on Friday, July 19, with Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley, that despite encountered difficulties, the 70th Emancipation Festival will proceed as planned. “We have been working closely with […]

by / on July 22, 2024 at 1:05 AM /
Health Ministry launches sexual health campaign ahead of festival

Health Ministry launches sexual health campaign ahead of festival

With the annual emancipation festivities just around the corner, the Ministry of Health has launched a sexual health campaign called ‘Wrap it Up’ to help reduce high-risk sexual behaviours locally. The emancipation festivities include a variety of party events such […]

by / on July 19, 2024 at 9:29 AM /
Fahie denies ringleader role in drug conspiracy

Fahie denies ringleader role in drug conspiracy

Former Premier Andrew Fahie has denied playing a leading role in the drug conspiracy for which he was convicted earlier this year. Fahie was found guilty in February 2024 on charges of conspiracy to import cocaine, money laundering, and foreign […]

by / on July 19, 2024 at 6:54 AM /
Walwyn: Gov’t wants three quotations for a screw!

Walwyn: Gov’t wants three quotations for a screw!

Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn contended that the government tied its own hands when it passed the Procurement Act in the wake of the Commission of Inquiry (COI). Speaking in the House of Assembly recently, Walwyn shared some of his […]

by / on July 19, 2024 at 6:20 AM /
Sewerage project facing wilful delays, Penn says

Sewerage project facing wilful delays, Penn says

Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn has once again criticised the government’s handling of a crucial sewerage project in East End/Long Look, describing the delays as a result of willful neglect. The project, initially set to improve the sewerage facilities significantly, […]

by / on July 19, 2024 at 6:12 AM /
Morrell acquitted of manslaughter in boating accident case

Morrell acquitted of manslaughter in boating accident case

Andrew Morrell has been acquitted of gross negligence manslaughter for the boating accident that resulted in the death of Frandie Martin Jr on October 16, 2021. After about a two-hour deliberation, the jury returned a not guilty verdict in the […]

by / on July 18, 2024 at 2:49 PM /
Petty nonsense! Walwyn blasts’ ‘Willock’ clauses in VI Inquiries Bill

Petty nonsense! Walwyn blasts’ ‘Willock’ clauses in VI Inquiries Bill

Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has criticised several aspects of the proposed Virgin Islands Inquiries Bill, suggesting that certain clauses were explicitly designed to target the actions of former House Speaker Julian Willock during the Commission of Inquiry (COI) process […]

by / on July 18, 2024 at 8:51 AM /
Cindy Rosan stages epic rant over abrupt radio show end

Cindy Rosan stages epic rant over abrupt radio show end

Controversial talk show host Cindy Rosan has provided her account of a heated exchange on live radio that resulted in an unexpected interruption to her popular programme, the “Morning Ride Show with a Side of Politics,” on ZROD radio. The […]

by / on July 18, 2024 at 8:44 AM /