Premier and Minister of Finance Dr Natalio Wheatley has unveiled the Virgin Islands’ largest ever budget, totalling a record $550.6 million for 2026. The figure marks a significant jump from the $382.67 million budget approved in 2024. Delivering his address […]

The government has partnered with the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission and humanitarian organisation Direct Relief to upgrade critical health infrastructure across the Territory. The collaboration, part of the OECS Direct Relief Health Systems Strengthening Project, aims to […]

Deputy Premier Julian Fraser has encouraged Anguilla’s Premier, Cora Richardson-Hodge, to seize every opportunity to travel and engage in diplomacy that strengthens her country’s position internationally. Fraser made the remarks during a discussion marking Diplomatic Week 2025 in the British […]

Information reaching BVI News indicates that Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline Vanterpool will be reverted to her substantive post of Deputy Commissioner of Police within the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). Sources indicate that Vanterpool — who has served […]

Governor Daniel Pruce has announced that the United Kingdom (UK) will fund a new senior security advisor to strengthen the BVI’s national security planning and coordination. Speaking at a press conference this week, Pruce said the advisor will be “a […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley will present the 2026 Budget Address today, November 6, under the theme “Pillars of Progress – Building a Sustainable Nation.” The presentation will be broadcast live at 10 a.m. on the government’s official Facebook page and […]

The BVI will welcome the Uber Soca Cruise (USC) for the first time next Tuesday, November 18. The announcement was made by Premier and Minister of Tourism Dr Natalio Wheatley, who described the event as a milestone for the Territory’s […]

Elected leaders in the BVI have disagreed on many things in recent years — but one rare point of unity has emerged: House of Assembly Speaker Corine George-Massicotte is a good leader. George-Massicotte is picking up praise from both sides […]

The BVI has received top marks from regional regulators for its efforts to improve the way it polices financial crime, money laundering, and terrorist financing. The Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) has released its latest report on the territory, […]

Governor Daniel Pruce has rejected suggestions that he has lost control over the security situation in the Virgin Islands, insisting that law enforcement agencies are working hard to tackle rising crime and maintain public safety. During a press conference at […]