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Gov’t ministers not interested in victimising public servants

Gov’t ministers not interested in victimising public servants

Junior Minister for Financial Services Lorna Smith has expressed confidence that government ministers are focused on getting their work done and hopes fears of political victimisation within the public service are now behind the territory. “I hope that cries of […]

by / on October 6, 2025 at 6:12 AM /
Man hospitalized after armed robbery at Road Town bar

Man hospitalized after armed robbery at Road Town bar

A man remains hospitalized with serious injuries after being shot during an armed robbery at a popular bar in Road Town in the early hours of Saturday, October 4, 2025, according to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). Police […]

by / on October 4, 2025 at 1:31 PM /
Over 600 vacancies open on new Labour Management System

Over 600 vacancies open on new Labour Management System

More than 600 jobs are currently available on the Virgin Islands’ Labour Management System (LMS), with officials urging Belongers to register and take advantage of the opportunities. Workforce Development Manager at the Department of Labour and Workforce Development, Roxanne DeWint-Toussaint, […]

by / on October 3, 2025 at 7:32 AM /
More bikinis than bananas! Critics say RT Market strays from purpose

More bikinis than bananas! Critics say RT Market strays from purpose

The Road Town Market, redeveloped at a cost of more than $1 million and launched with promises of becoming a cultural and agricultural hub, is drawing sharp criticism for being underused and straying from its intended purpose. Political commentator Claude […]

by / on October 3, 2025 at 7:23 AM /
More seniors dying since COVID-19

More seniors dying since COVID-19

Amid growing calls for the government and the wider community to do more to improve the welfare of seniors, new information from the Central Statistics Office shows that the death rate among the elderly has been steadily climbing since 2020 […]

by / on October 3, 2025 at 6:39 AM /
Rename colonial institutions to build BVI pride

Rename colonial institutions to build BVI pride

At-Large Representative Ronnie Skelton has called on legislators to play their part in dismantling colonial structures, suggesting that one way forward is by changing the names of public institutions that still carry colonial references. “We still believe names don’t mean […]

by / on October 3, 2025 at 6:32 AM /
Hodge to lead RDA’s project planning and management

Hodge to lead RDA’s project planning and management

The Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has announced the secondment of Jeremy Hodge as Manager for Project Planning and Management, effective October 1, 2025. Hodge joins the agency at what officials described as a critical juncture in its mission to […]

by / on October 3, 2025 at 6:25 AM /
COMMENTARY: The Price of Belonging – Immigration fee hikes and the future of inclusion in BVI

COMMENTARY: The Price of Belonging – Immigration fee hikes and the future of inclusion in BVI

By Mitsy J. Ellis-Simpson, Contributor The Virgin Islands has entered a new era of immigration policy with sharply increased fees, effective October 1. The changes cover everything from Belonger and resident applications to private vessel clearances, and they are already […]

by / on October 3, 2025 at 6:01 AM /
CCT launches 5G network in the BVI

CCT launches 5G network in the BVI

Caribbean Cellular Telephone (CCT) has activated the territory’s first 5G network, becoming the first telecommunications provider to introduce the technology in the British Virgin Islands. According to a media release from the telecommunications company, the service is now available in […]

by / on October 2, 2025 at 11:05 AM /
Premier pushes for more junior ministers in Cabinet

Premier pushes for more junior ministers in Cabinet

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has called for an increase in the number of junior ministers in the Virgin Islands’ Cabinet, saying the change is necessary for more effective governance. Speaking during the wrap-up of the debate on the Constitutional Review […]

by / on October 2, 2025 at 7:47 AM /