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 […]
Archive for July, 2024
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]