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Archive for November, 2025

Paediatrician Dr Natasha Frett joins Allied Health Council

Paediatrician Dr Natasha Frett joins Allied Health Council

The Ministry of Health and Social Development has appointed Dr Natasha Frett to the Allied Health Professionals Council for a three-year term. The Ministry said her appointment as a member (medical practitioner) will run from September 15, 2025, to September […]

by / on November 27, 2025 at 5:54 AM /
Caribbean people celebrate foreigners more than locals

Caribbean people celebrate foreigners more than locals

A local businessman is calling on Caribbean people to rethink the way they view local ownership, arguing that too many residents still treat foreign success as something to celebrate while reacting with surprise, and sometimes discomfort, when Caribbean people build […]

by / on November 26, 2025 at 7:34 AM /
BVI seeks international funding for climate resilience

BVI seeks international funding for climate resilience

The BVI used the global stage at the recent COP30 climate conference in Brazil to urge international partners to invest in the territory’s Climate Change Trust Fund, calling it a crucial tool for protecting the territory’s environment and economy, and […]

by / on November 26, 2025 at 6:26 AM /
Work continues on Bank of Asia probe

Work continues on Bank of Asia probe

Governor Daniel Pruce said the Auditor General is still examining the government’s controversial handling of funds linked to the failed Bank of Asia, confirming that the probe is active as political pressure mounts for answers about how public money was […]

by / on November 26, 2025 at 6:13 AM /
Premier defends benefits of in-person UK meetings

Premier defends benefits of in-person UK meetings

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has once again highlighted the importance of in-person meetings with United Kingdom officials and overseas territory leaders, arguing that face-to-face engagement strengthens cooperation and delivers better outcomes for the territory. Speaking during a recent interview ahead […]

by / on November 26, 2025 at 6:07 AM /
VI delegation meets with UK diaspora ahead of JMC

VI delegation meets with UK diaspora ahead of JMC

The Virgin Islands delegation met members of the UK-based diaspora at BVI House London, as part of its preparations for the 2025 Joint Ministerial Council (JMC), bringing together students, professionals, and residents for an evening of discussion and networking. Officials […]

by / on November 26, 2025 at 5:55 AM /
UberSoca impact analysis to omit business losses

UberSoca impact analysis to omit business losses

The government will not measure how much local businesses lost when banks, public offices and other workplaces closed early for the UberSoca Cruise, even as it prepares an economic impact study of the event. Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley stated at […]

by / on November 25, 2025 at 7:38 AM /
Gumption delivers lecture at Harvard University

Gumption delivers lecture at Harvard University

Allington ‘Gumption’ Creque, one of the BVI’s most recognisable entrepreneurs, has taken the territory to another global platform, this time as a guest lecturer at Harvard University. Creque was recently invited to speak at Harvard Division of Continuing Education, where […]

by / on November 25, 2025 at 7:30 AM /
Governor says Interim Commissioner will serve for months, not years

Governor says Interim Commissioner will serve for months, not years

Governor Daniel Pruce has suggested that the interim Commissioner of Police proposed for the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) will serve only for a short period. Speaking on the radio Talking Points programme, Pruce said he envisages the temporary […]

by / on November 25, 2025 at 6:45 AM /
Miss Universe BVI showered with love and praises

Miss Universe BVI showered with love and praises

Miss Universe BVI Olivia Freeman returned home to loud cheers and a wave of community pride on Monday, touching down after what she described as an “amazing” but challenging Miss Universe 2025 experience in Thailand. Freeman, who represented the BVI […]

by / on November 25, 2025 at 6:23 AM /