The government is embarking on a comprehensive initiative to develop a National Tourism Policy and Plan to steer the BVI’s tourism sector towards sustainable growth and economic resilience. The government’s decision follows the inaugural Tourism Summit on Peter Island last […]

The government has announced that the Ministry of Health has commenced an evaluation to determine the viability of the Pockwood Pond incinerator. Health Minister Vincent Wheatley, accompanied by ministry officials, recently met with Andy Hooker of Pennram Diversified Manufacturing Corporation […]

Minister of Education, Youth, and Sports Affairs Sharie de Castro has announced that the annual National Science and Innovation Fair will take place from March 12-14, 2025, at the Multi-Purpose Complex. “Our brilliant students from across the territory are gearing […]

Opposition members have criticised the government for what they described as the Ministry of Tourism’s blatant disregard in failing to invite them to the territory’s first-ever Tourism Summit held last week. During a press conference on Friday, January 17, His […]

Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn has linked the rising crime rates in the BVI to economic challenges, emphasising the importance of tackling unemployment and inequality to address the issue. During a recent press conference, Penn expressed concern about the increasing […]

Former Deputy Premier in the governing Wheatley administration, Lorna Smith, has said Anegada residents remain without land titles that were promised to them over a year ago. At a recent press conference, Smith expressed frustration over the delay and highlighted […]

Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton has accused Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley of being disingenuous in his approach to the recent no-confidence motion filed against his government. Speaking during a press conference, Skelton suggested that the Premier’s actions may have undermined the […]

BVI News received reports of a fire at the Jerk Pit restaurant in Virgin Gorda, which occurred around 11:41 pm on Friday, January 17. According to officers from the Virgin Islands Fire and Rescue Services, the establishment was closed at […]

The Town and Country Planning Department  will enforce stricter compliance with construction and development standards, introducing penalties to address breaches of the territory’s Planning Act. During his recent Speech from the Throne, Governor Daniel Pruce highlighted persistent violations stemming from […]

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Tiffany Scatliffe, has flagged delays in recruitment and salary constraints as key factors contributing to staff shortages in her office. Addressing the Standing Finance Committee (SFC) recently, Scatliffe expressed frustration, noting that this was […]