The government plans to revise the Consumer Protection Act of 2020 to address emerging concerns, particularly regarding pricing and business practices. Governor Daniel Pruce highlighted the upcoming amendments during his Speech from the Throne on Tuesday, emphasising their importance in […]
Archive for January, 2025
Gov’t to create comprehensive visa legislation
The government is set to introduce comprehensive visa legislation to strengthen border control and align with international standards. Governor Daniel Pruce announced the proposed changes during the Speech from the Throne, which was delivered in the House of Assembly yesterday, […]
Opposition sounds alarm as gov’t rushes Police Bill through HOA
Opposition members in the House of Assembly (HOA) has voiced strong objections to the swift progression of the Police Amendment Bill 2024, warning of potential risks to fundamental rights and calling for greater public consultation. The bill, which proposes amendments […]
Premier urges wrongdoers to abandon crime amid violence surge
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has called on residents involved in criminal activities to change their ways, as the Virgin Islands grapples with a rise in gun violence. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Tuesday, January 7, Premier Wheatley highlighted […]
Deputy Speaker calls for greater focus on crime prevention
Deputy Speaker Stacey ‘Buddha’ Mather has called for more preventative measures to address crime in the Virgin Islands, emphasising the need for proactive solutions over reactive measures. Speaking during the First Sitting of the Second Session of the Fifth House […]
Motorist reportedly attacked in drive-by shooting
BVI News has received reports of an attempted shooting targeting a motorist on Saturday, January 4. According to highly-placed sources, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) responded to reports that gunmen fired more than half a dozen shots at […]
BVI has a leadership problem with investment, says Smith
Territorial At-Large Representative Lorna Smith has criticised the state of leadership in the BVI, pointing to serious challenges in attracting and managing investment. During the House of Assembly debate on the 2025 budget, Smith expressed concerns about red tape and […]
Too hard to do business in the BVI — Walwyn
Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has raised concerns about the challenge of doing business in the BVI. During the budget debate, Walwyn emphasised the need for the government to simplify processes and create a more business-friendly environment to encourage investment […]
Fraser stresses importance and diversification of blue economy
Deputy Premier Julian Fraser has underscored the vital importance of the blue economy for transforming the BVI’s future. During the budget debate in the House of Assembly (HOA), Fraser stressed that leveraging the territory’s vast marine resources is key to […]
BVI to host two-day tourism summit next week
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sustainable Development has announced the upcoming Tourism Summit, scheduled for January 16-17, 2025, at the Peter Island Resort. In collaboration with the BVI Tourist Board and the BVI Yachting, Hotel, and Tourism Association (BVIYHTA), […]
