Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has called for Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley’s resignation over a $20 million error in budget calculations for public sector salaries. The discrepancy arose when Premier Wheatley, who is also the Minister of Finance, disclosed that […]
Archive for August, 2024
Hiring freeze on as government probes $20M salary error
The government has announced a hiring freeze and travel restrictions for public service workers as part of its measures to cut costs, and as it investigates a $20 million salary discrepancy found in this year’s budget. Premier and Minister of […]
The end of an era: Quito retires, business closed for new ownership
After more than four decades in business, Quito’s Gazebo & Luxury Inn has officially closed. A retirement concert on the beach in Cane Garden Bay was recently held for proprietor Quito Rymer, marking the transition to new ownership. During the […]
Calm down! Be patient and stop questioning BVIEC’s motives
First District Representative Dr Karl Dawson has urged residents to be patient and understanding as the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) continues its efforts to restore power across the territory following Tropical Storm Ernesto. Dr Dawson commended the community spirit displayed […]
Public Service Management Bill introduced to improve sector
The Public Service Management Bill, designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the public service sector, has been introduced to the House of Assembly. According to a media release from the House of Assembly and Cabinet Office, the legislation […]
BVIEC: Fires added to power restoration delays
As impatience grew among residents still without power, the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) assured the public that it is working diligently to restore electricity across the territory following Tropical Storm Ernesto. Power has already been restored to many communities across […]
Some gov’t offices struggle to reopen after TS Ernesto
Some government offices in the territory are experiencing delayed openings, while others are offering limited services in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Ernesto, which battered the territory on Tuesday. Governor Daniel Pruce has given residents and businesses the all-clear to […]
Gov’t tells InterCaribbean to fix service failures
Minister for Communication and Works, Kye Rymer, has addressed InterCaribbean Airways regarding the inadequate service levels the airline has reportedly been providing to travelers from the Virgin Islands. Numerous public complaints have surfaced about delays, cancellations, and other service-related issues […]
Flow technicians progressing with post-storm repairs
The following is a media release from local telecoms giants, Flow. Leading telecommunications provider Flow has begun a massive restoration drive to reconnect its residential and business customers following the passage of Tropical Storm Ernesto in the Territory on Tuesday, […]
BVITB funds not used for cultural centre demolition
Deputy Premier Lorna Smith has refuted claims by Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn that funds from the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB) may have been misused to demolish the Sir Rupert Briercliffe Hall, also known as the Cultural Centre. Smith, who […]
