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Premier slams Walwyn over ‘drinks for youths’ remark

Premier slams Walwyn over ‘drinks for youths’ remark

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has criticised Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn for suggesting that politicians should buy drinks when engaging with young people, calling the remark irresponsible and unhelpful to addressing youth challenges in the territory. Speaking in the House of […]

by / on September 3, 2025 at 7:56 AM /
Fraser and Willock reunite in back-to-school giveaway

Fraser and Willock reunite in back-to-school giveaway

Third District Representative Julian Fraser and former House Speaker Julian Willock appeared together in the Third District this week, setting aside past tensions to host a back-to-school giveaway for children in the community. The event, organised by Willock, featured school […]

by / on September 3, 2025 at 7:50 AM /
BVI research shows big companies moving away traditional money

BVI research shows big companies moving away traditional money

New research from BVI Finance shows that more players in the financial services industry are moving away from traditional currencies and adopting decentralised models such as crypto and blockchain technology — a transformation the territory is seeking to capitalise on. […]

by / on September 3, 2025 at 6:21 AM /
Gun crime remains urgent priority, Pruce insists

Gun crime remains urgent priority, Pruce insists

Governor Daniel Pruce has described gun crime as one of the most pressing security concerns facing the territory and said it must be addressed with urgency. Speaking at a recent press conference, Pruce said illegal firearms continue to threaten public […]

by / on September 3, 2025 at 6:06 AM /
Police launch probe as chef dies in Necker Island crash

Police launch probe as chef dies in Necker Island crash

Police in the BVI have launched an investigation into a fatal crash on Necker Island that claimed the life of a chef employed at the luxury resort owned by Sir Richard Branson. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) said […]

by / on September 2, 2025 at 7:58 AM /
NDP went into 2023 elections without an executive — Walwyn

NDP went into 2023 elections without an executive — Walwyn

Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn has revealed that the National Democratic Party (NDP) went into the 2023 general elections without a functioning executive body, leaving the party disorganised and ill-prepared for the campaign. Walwyn, speaking in a recent interview, said he […]

by / on September 2, 2025 at 7:55 AM /
No-confidence defeat wasn’t personal

No-confidence defeat wasn’t personal

Deputy Premier Julian Fraser said the government’s strategy that led to the defeat of Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn’s recent motion of no confidence was rooted in parliamentary process and not personal politics. After the motion failed in the House of […]

by / on September 2, 2025 at 7:43 AM /
Only 5% of recommendations need further review, says Governor

Only 5% of recommendations need further review, says Governor

Governor Daniel Pruce says the United Kingdom is weighing the final outcome of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) reforms, while a small set of separate law enforcement recommendations still requires additional work with the local government. Pruce outlined the UK […]

by / on September 2, 2025 at 6:33 AM /
BVI has spiritual problem politics can’t fix

BVI has spiritual problem politics can’t fix

The British Virgin Islands continues to reel from deep political divisions, rising crime, and uneasy relations with the United Kingdom, as the territory struggles to rebuild public trust after years of scandal and scrutiny. The Commission of Inquiry exposed systemic […]

by / on September 2, 2025 at 6:17 AM /
Penn, Skelton wanted to split Premiership?

Penn, Skelton wanted to split Premiership?

Fresh details are emerging about the sharp disagreements that unfolded among members of the National Democratic Party (NDP) and the Progressive Virgin Islands Movement (PVIM) in the immediate aftermath of the 2023 general election — divisions that many observers believe […]

by / on September 1, 2025 at 6:59 AM /