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Archive for September, 2024

Deputy Premier on Tourism: We have to deliver!

Deputy Premier on Tourism: We have to deliver!

Deputy Premier Lorna Smith has expressed optimism about the BVI’s tourism prospects but firmly believes that much more needs to be done to prepare the territory for growth in this vital industry. Yesterday, in the House of Assembly (HOA), Smith […]

by / on September 20, 2024 at 6:11 AM /
13 restaurants to feature in this year’s Lobster Fest

13 restaurants to feature in this year’s Lobster Fest

The BVI Tourist Board and Film Commission (BVITBFC) has announced that the annual Anegada Lobster Festival will feature lobster samples and meals from 13 different restaurants. Now in its 12th year, the festival will be celebrated under the theme “Lobster, […]

by / on September 19, 2024 at 6:47 PM /
UK Minister open to climate funding for BVI

UK Minister open to climate funding for BVI

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said the new UK Overseas Territories Minister, Stephen Doughty, is open to offering climate funding for the territory. In a joint press conference with Deputy Premier Lorna Smith on Monday, September 16, the Premier discussed the […]

by / on September 19, 2024 at 8:04 AM /
Premier on UK trip: We didn’t fail

Premier on UK trip: We didn’t fail

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has refused to categorise his recent trip to the United Kingdom (UK), where he met with Overseas Territories Minister Stephen Doughty and other UK officials, as a failure. The Premier’s trip was seen as an opportunity […]

by / on September 19, 2024 at 7:43 AM /
Penn denies removing previous BVIHSA chair

Penn denies removing previous BVIHSA chair

Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn has denied claims that he was solely responsible for removing Moleto Smith as Chairman of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) back in 2023. Penn’s denial follows accusations from Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley, who suggested […]

by / on September 19, 2024 at 7:38 AM /
No layoffs coming after $20M gov’t blunder — Premier

No layoffs coming after $20M gov’t blunder — Premier

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has assured residents that no jobs will be lost due to the government’s $20 million budget miscalculation. Last month, Dr Wheatley explained that the House of Assembly approved a budget that included $11.7 million for a […]

by / on September 19, 2024 at 7:33 AM /
Gerard Farara appointed chairman of BVIFSC

Gerard Farara appointed chairman of BVIFSC

Kings Counsel and former High Court judge Gerard Farara has been appointed as chairman of the BVI Financial Services Commission (BVIFSC). The Ministry of Financial Services announced on Wednesday, September 18 that Farara was one of two new members appointed […]

by / on September 19, 2024 at 6:52 AM /
School closed as Anegada faces power outage due major malfunction

School closed as Anegada faces power outage due major malfunction

The Claudia Creque Education Centre on Anegada is closed for face-to-face classes today due to a power outage at the school. The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) announced on Wednesday, September 18, that the Power Station in Anegada is experiencing a […]

by / on September 18, 2024 at 1:16 PM /
Signboards of athletes to be erected along airport route

Signboards of athletes to be erected along airport route

Premier and Minister for Tourism, Dr Natalio Wheatley, has announced plans to create signboards honouring local athletes who have represented the BVI on the international stage. Dr Wheatley shared this initiative during a press conference on Monday, September 16, when […]

by / on September 18, 2024 at 8:14 AM /
People should know when to step aside for the greater good as I did

People should know when to step aside for the greater good as I did

Amid ongoing tensions with BVI Health Services Chairman Ron Potter, who has refused his request to resign, Health Minister Vincent Wheatley has emphasised the importance of knowing when to step back for the greater good. Reflecting on his own experience […]

by / on September 18, 2024 at 7:56 AM /