The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has recovered a go-fast vessel used by gunmen as well as a firearm following two separate police pursuits on sea and land on Sunday, August 25. According to a press release from the […]
Archive for August, 2024
One charged with drug possession following reports of public disorder
One man has been charged following a Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) operation this weekend in response to recent reports of public disorder. The RVIPF arrested 28-year-old Romario Morgan of Chalwell Estate on Friday, August 23, during an operation […]
Opposition has ‘lean and hungry’ look for power — Premier
Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley has accused Opposition members of misleading the public in their so-called relentless pursuit of power. While debating a recent supplementary budget in the House of Assembly, the Premier highlighted systemic issues within the public service that […]
Money for parties, none for pensioners — Walwyn
Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn slammed the government’s recent supplementary budget allocation, which he argued prioritises government-funded parties over providing much-needed assistance to pensioners in the territory. Walwyn pointed to several areas where the supplementary budget fell short, including support […]
Men on bail found with guns and ammo
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has reported that two males, known to be on bail, were detained following a special operation that led to the seizure of three firearms. On August 24, police were conducting searches in designated […]
Ministers should have absolute authority — Premier
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has suggested that government ministers should have absolute authority over their respective ministries, making it clear that they should be answerable to the public, not civil servants or other unelected officials. During a debate on the […]
Premier: How does the Opposition sleep at night?
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has questioned the integrity of Opposition members in the House of Assembly, accusing them of prioritising political gain over ethics. Premier Wheatley likened the Opposition’s reported behaviour to a humorous television commercial. In it, individuals engaging […]
One arrested following police response to public disorder
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) arrested a male suspect on Friday, August 23, during an operation aimed at addressing recent reports of public disorder. According to an RVIPF press release, the operation involved intelligence-led stop-and-checks, targeted patrols, and […]
VG healthcare moves to temporary site amid clinic reopening delay
The BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has moved its healthcare services on Virgin Gorda to a temporary site due to the extended closure of the Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic, which was impacted by Tropical Storm Ernesto just over a week […]
UK should give BVI more support for borders, says Smith
Deputy Premier Lorna Smith stated that the United Kingdom needs to provide more support to the BVI, particularly with funding for border security. Smith acknowledged a recent supplementary budget allocation aimed at addressing some of the BVI’s urgent needs but […]
