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 […]
Archive for September, 2024
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]