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Archive for November, 2024

Severe flooding hits BVI

Severe flooding hits BVI

Overnight, severe flooding has impacted the Virgin Islands, causing extensive damage to both public and private infrastructure. Photos and videos from across the territory, especially on Tortola’s main island, show floodwaters inundating roadways and making thoroughfares around Road Town impassable. […]

by / on November 11, 2024 at 12:47 PM /
Will small businesses get more funding in today’s budget?

Will small businesses get more funding in today’s budget?

Today’s budget announcement has sparked questions about whether small businesses in the BVI will receive increased financial support as they continue to face economic challenges. With rising calls for economic stimulation, many are eager to see if the government will […]

by / on November 11, 2024 at 8:06 AM /
School closure announced as DDM advises public to stay off roads

School closure announced as DDM advises public to stay off roads

The Ministry of Education has announced the closure of all public schools following a weather advisory from the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) about a tropical wave affecting the territory. The DDM issued a statement urging the public to avoid […]

by / on November 11, 2024 at 7:40 AM /
Walwyn wants Premier investigated for $20M budget snafu

Walwyn wants Premier investigated for $20M budget snafu

Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has called for an investigation into Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley regarding a multi-million dollar budget error. At a recent Opposition forum, Walwyn pointed to a reported $20 million discrepancy in the budget, which he described […]

by / on November 11, 2024 at 7:38 AM /
Premier slams Penn over ‘unspent money’ criticism

Premier slams Penn over ‘unspent money’ criticism

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has defended his government’s approach to unspent budget funds in response to criticism from Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn, describing Penn’s focus on unspent monies as a political tactic. Speaking during a recent House of Assembly […]

by / on November 11, 2024 at 7:35 AM /
More roadworks to commence across the territory

More roadworks to commence across the territory

The Ministry of Communication and Works announced on Friday, November 8, via its Facebook platform, a series of roadworks set to take place across the Territory. According to the bulletin, work will begin in Lower Windy Hill with the construction […]

by / on November 11, 2024 at 6:08 AM /
One male injured in Long Bush shooting

One male injured in Long Bush shooting

A male was injured in a shooting that occurred in the Long Bush area just before 1 pm today, Friday, November 8. The identity of the gunshot victim has not been disclosed, and he was taken to Dr Orlando Smith […]

by / on November 8, 2024 at 2:23 PM /
BVI Swimming Federation announces return to regional competitive swimming

BVI Swimming Federation announces return to regional competitive swimming

The following is a media release from theBVI Swimming Federation. The British Virgin Islands Swimming Federation is thrilled to announce its return to regional competitive swimming. A talented group of young swimmers, both locally and overseas-based, has been selected to […]

by / on November 8, 2024 at 10:04 AM /
Premier outsmarted the Opposition in Cabinet shuffle — Skelton Cline

Premier outsmarted the Opposition in Cabinet shuffle — Skelton Cline

Commentator and clergyman Claude Skelton Cline said he believes Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley outmanoeuvred the political Opposition in a recent Cabinet shuffle. Skelton Cline, speaking on his radio show “Honestly Speaking,” explained that the Premier’s decision was a proactive response […]

by / on November 8, 2024 at 8:07 AM /
Final decision on lifting Order in Council deferred to next year

Final decision on lifting Order in Council deferred to next year

UK Overseas Territories (OT) Minister Stephen Doughty announced that the process to lift the Order in Council, which threatens to suspend the BVI’s constitution and impose direct UK rule, might be completed early next year. In an address posted on […]

by / on November 8, 2024 at 7:56 AM /