Leaders in the BVI are taking a historic step to make the House of Assembly fully independent of the executive branch, a move Deputy Premier Julian Fraser says will transform how the territory’s legislature governs itself. Fraser introduced the proposed […]
Archive for November, 2025
Regulators continue wind down of Bank of Asia
The process to wind down Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited has entered a new stage under court supervision, according to a joint statement issued by the Virgin Islands Deposit Insurance Corporation (VIDIC) and the British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission […]
Dom Republic national arrested and charged for armed robbery
BVI News understands that a 39-year-old man from the Dominican Republic has been arrested following an armed robbery outside a bar in Fat Hogs Bay last weekend. It’s understood that the man was arrested by officers on Saturday night and […]
Governor pressed on alleged bid to remove Acting Commissioner
Governor Daniel Pruce has dodged claims that he sought to remove Acting Police Commissioner Jacqueline Vanterpool from her post, saying matters between him and senior officials are handled confidentially. Speaking at a press conference at Government House on November 4, […]
Rymer outlines major upgrades after declaring water as ‘national priority’
The government has launched a 12-month action plan aimed at overhauling the Territory’s water system, which officials say has suffered from decades of underinvestment and neglect. The move comes months after the government had declared water a national critical priority, […]
BVI to seek greater self-determination in next constitution
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has confirmed that all 13 elected members of the House of Assembly have reached a common position that the BVI will push for the next constitution to reflect greater self-determination. While updating the public on the […]
Gov’t inks contract for Long Look social home
The government has signed a contract for the construction of the Long Look Transitional Facility and Social Complex, a project Premier Natalio Wheatley said will strengthen support for vulnerable people across the Virgin Islands. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Wheatley […]
BVI punches above its weight on global stage – Premier
Though small in size, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has stated that the BVI continues to hold its own on the global stage, declaring that the territory “punches above its weight” and plays a respected role in international decision-making circles. Speaking […]
VI delegation wraps up Latin America trade mission
A Virgin Islands delegation led by Junior Minister for Financial Services Lorna Smith OBE has concluded a week-long trade mission to Latin America, which sought to strengthen business partnerships and promote the Territory’s financial services sector. The mission, held from […]
UPDATE: Man in critical condition after shooting along Fahie Hill Road
A man is in critical condition following an early morning shooting along Fahie Hill Road on Monday, 3 November, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed. According to police, the victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds after the vehicle […]
