Twenty-one BVI law firms and 69 legal professionals have been recognised in the 2025 edition of The Legal 500 rankings (Caribbean category), a global benchmark for excellence in legal services. The Legal 500, founded in 1987, is widely regarded as one of […]

Culture came alive at Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park on Saturday as residents and visitors turned out in strong numbers for Fungi Fest 2025, hosted by the Ministry of Culture. The annual showcase of Virgin Islands heritage delivered an […]

Communications and Works Minister Kye Rymer has called for the Superintendent of His Majesty’s Prison (HMP) to be placed on leave as the territory investigates the recent escape of two dangerous inmates. Rymer urged that accountability was needed as authorities […]

The government has emphasised its $76.2 million allocation to the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports in the 2026 budget, saying the funds will continue the territory’s push to modernise schools, strengthen training for teachers and expand youth development […]

Social commentator Cindy Rosan is urging residents to take to the streets to protest what she described as “bad governance” from both the United Kingdom and local elected leaders. Rosan made that appeal during a fiery Facebook Live session on […]

Governor Daniel Pruce has stood by his decision to return Acting Police Commissioner Jacqueline Vanterpool to her substantive post and hire a new interim acting Commissioner, saying there was no obligation to seek advice from the National Security Council (NSC) […]

The government has signed a contract worth $409,837.67 with No Limit Construction Services Ltd for the installation of a new lighting system at the A.O. Shirley Recreation Ground. The Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) said the agreement marked another milestone […]

The government has withdrawn a public notice that declared indefinite work permit exemptions invalid, following public concern over its contents. In a statement on November 12, the Ministry of Financial Services, Economic Development and Digital Transformation confirmed the retraction. “The […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley announced that the government’s regulated basket of goods programme will begin on December 1, as part of efforts to make essential food items more affordable for residents struggling with rising living costs. Speaking at a government […]

Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline Vanterpool has expressed gratitude and resolve following her return to her substantive position as Deputy Commissioner of Police within the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). In a public statement, Vanterpool confirmed that she has […]