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Construction of food processing complex starts this year — Premier

Construction of food processing complex starts this year — Premier

The government is set to begin construction on a long-awaited food processing complex later this year, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has announced. Speaking during his recent Territorial Address, Premier Wheatley confirmed that the designs for the new facility are well […]

by / on May 21, 2025 at 7:48 AM /
Premier touts infrastructure upgrades from $100M loan

Premier touts infrastructure upgrades from $100M loan

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has announced extensive roadworks across the Virgin Islands, describing them as part of an “unprecedented” infrastructure push funded by the government’s $100 million loan. Speaking during his second annual Territorial Address, Dr Wheatley said six miles […]

by / on May 21, 2025 at 7:41 AM /
Gov’t needs to travel to global conferences

Gov’t needs to travel to global conferences

Deputy Premier Julian Fraser has stated that despite public condemnation, there is a need for government members to travel to global conferences where decisions are being made on serious issues such as climate change. Public criticism for government travel increased […]

by / on May 21, 2025 at 7:33 AM /
Should Governor apologise for airport incident?

Should Governor apologise for airport incident?

Governor Daniel Pruce has stated that he has not been asked to apologise, nor has any complaint been lodged against him, following a recent incident at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport where he allegedly lost his composure while boarding […]

by / on May 21, 2025 at 7:27 AM /
Fearful public service paralysing gov’t

Fearful public service paralysing gov’t

Public officers in the Virgin Islands are gripped by fear and insecurity following the Commission of Inquiry (COI), causing a crippling slowdown in government operations, according to clergyman and talk show host Claude Skelton Cline. Speaking on his weekly radio […]

by / on May 21, 2025 at 6:37 AM /
Tourism must grow beyond peak season – Hodge Smith

Tourism must grow beyond peak season – Hodge Smith

Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture Luce Hodge Smith has called for continued innovation and resilience in the BVI’s tourism sector, warning that the industry cannot afford to become complacent amid global uncertainties. Speaking on Virgin Islands Voice, Hodge Smith […]

by / on May 20, 2025 at 7:52 AM /
Gov’t not aiming for profit from Festival, Premier says

Gov’t not aiming for profit from Festival, Premier says

Amid growing criticism over his government’s spending on various private entertainment events, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley revealed that his government is not aiming to make a profit from the annual Emancipation Festival, despite collecting more than $1 million in revenue […]

by / on May 20, 2025 at 7:48 AM /
Man arrested for assaulting ex-girlfriend

Man arrested for assaulting ex-girlfriend

BVI News understands that a 37-year-old man was arrested and charged last week after allegedly attacking and brutally beating his ex-girlfriend. It is understood that the suspect and the victim had been in a relationship for over three years but […]

by / on May 20, 2025 at 7:37 AM /
Premier urges prayer warriors to stand up after Erickson’s murder

Premier urges prayer warriors to stand up after Erickson’s murder

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has called on prayer warriors in the Virgin Islands to play their part in the territory’s fight against crime following the recent murder of Nyron Erickson just before Mother’s Day. Speaking during a live government broadcast, […]

by / on May 20, 2025 at 6:20 AM /
Police seize $4M worth of cocaine

Police seize $4M worth of cocaine

The police have stepped up their crime-fighting activities amid a sharp uptick in gun-related incidents, recently seizing approximately 40 kilograms of cocaine. Acting Deputy Police Commissioner Kenrick Davis said a large amount of cash was also confiscated, and several individuals […]

by / on May 20, 2025 at 6:08 AM /