By Mitsy J. Ellis-Simpson, Contributor When the Virgin Islands adopted its 2007 Constitution, it was celebrated as a proud step toward self-governance and maturity. Yet within that historic document was a quiet change that continues to shape families, identity, and […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has warned that much of the BVI’s income quickly leaves the territory because of its heavy dependence on imports, urging residents to build stronger local businesses to help retain revenue. “Most persons in the world, small […]

The British Virgin Islands has once again secured its place among the world’s premier island getaways, ranking among the top five destinations in Condé Nast Traveler’s prestigious 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. The annual awards are based on more than one […]

BVI News understands that police were recently called to a local high school after three students — all between the ages of twelve and fourteen — were allegedly caught with cannabis on campus. According to information reaching our news centre, […]

The BVI will officially open the newly rebuilt Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre today, marking a major step in advancing inclusive education for students with special needs. The government, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, will host […]

Police have arrested two men and seized two firearms after stopping a vehicle during routine patrols in the Diamond Estate and Ridge Road area early Friday morning, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) said in a press release. At […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has indicated that redevelopment work on the long-awaited Prospect Reef Resort could begin in 2026, with the government preparing to move the project to the next stage of review. Speaking on the government’s *Virgin Islands Voice* […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) is too crowded and vowed to press ahead with new senior school capacity, arguing that smaller, closer-to-home satellite campuses will ease pressure on students and staff. “The Elmore Stoutt […]

BVI News understands that a 16-year-old boy forced a police officer to jump into nearby bushes earlier this week, after allegedly pulling a firearm on the officer during an attempted burglary in Meyers Estate. Reports are that the teenager, a resident […]

Political activist and media owner Cindy Rosan says the BVI could benefit from having more women in government, arguing that the territory is at a stage where it needs nurturing and balanced leadership to address some of its most pressing […]