Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has rejected suggestions that his government is pushing the Virgin Islands too quickly toward independence, insisting the territory is instead taking measured steps toward a future decision on its political status. Speaking at a government press […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley says he will use talks in London this week to seek stronger United Kingdom support for border management and wider security in the Virgin Islands, warning that trafficking and smuggling pressures are growing across the Overseas […]

The Global Commission on Drug Policy (GCDP) is warning that a recent wave of US airstrikes on small boats across the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific represents a dangerous expansion of the American drug war — one that violates international […]

BVI Finance CEO Elise Donovan has warned that international financial centres, including the BVI, are entering a tougher and more unpredictable era, shaped by global market volatility, rising cyber threats and growing geopolitical tensions. Speaking at the 1841 Foundation Tax […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has said climate resilience and security will sit at the top of the Virgin Islands’ agenda as he leads a delegation to the Joint Ministerial Council (JMC) in the United Kingdom this week. Dr Wheatley told […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has warned that some employers in the territory are “gaming the system” to avoid hiring qualified Virgin Islanders, despite labour laws that give locals first preference for available jobs. Speaking at a recent press briefing, Dr […]

Caribbean travellers will now have an easier time navigating the region’s often-frustrating air travel network, thanks to a new partnership between interCaribbean Airways and Virgin Atlantic. The two airlines this week announced an interline agreement that will allow passengers to book […]

The government has issued a public warning about a fraudulent website that is impersonating official agencies and attempting to harvest personal information.  The alert, published on November 19, states that the website “bvima.uk” falsely presents itself as linked to the Virgin […]

The public will be watching closely to see whether newly appointed Interim Acting Commissioner Richard Ullger can command the respect of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, especially among its senior ranks, following weeks of controversy, protests and political tension […]

The government unveiled a redesigned version of its online legislation portal on Monday, offering residents and legal practitioners new digital tools to make the territory’s legislation easier to access. During the launch at the Attorney General’s Chambers, Attorney-General Dawn Smith […]