The cost of leasing Crown lands in the British Virgin Islands has significantly increased following the implementation of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) recommendations, according to Deputy Premier Julian Fraser. Speaking at the Governance Reform Education & Awareness Transformation of […]

Minister for Communication and Works Kye Rymer has apologised to residents and motorists for delays in the Hodges Creek Road project. The project, which has been delayed for months, has left commuters frustrated and angry because officials have not provided […]

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is struggling to repair its ageing fleet due to delays caused by the procurement process, raising concerns over the efficiency of law enforcement operations in the territory. During a Standing Finance Committee meeting, […]

The BVI is facing mounting pressure from UK Members of Parliament (MPs) over their proposed framework for a public register of company ownership. According to a report in the UK Guardian, British MPs have accused the territory of attempting to […]

The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) has announced that all taxi operators wishing to continue working at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island must join the designated Airport Taxi Association by February 17. According to BVIAA Corporate Administrator […]

The government recently launched the Standard Integrated Government Tax Administration System (SIGTAS) 3.0 to modernise tax collection, but technical issues during the rollout have caused frustration among residents and businesses. SIGTAS 3.0 was designed to automate tax processes, including e-registration, […]

Auditor General Sonia Webster said her office had not received any financial statements beyond 2018, leaving a gap in financial reporting and accountability. Webster, who appeared before the Standing Finance Committee (SFC) late last year, said her office had requested […]

The Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies is grappling with significantly low student enrolment, with fewer than 70 students currently enrolled, officials have told the Standing Finance Committee (SFC). This issue was raised during the SFC’s meeting late last year, […]

The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) has announced the temporary closure of Auguste George Airport in Anegada to facilitate maintenance work. Managing Director Kurt Menal stated that the closure is necessary to repair the airport’s fire appliance, which is critical for […]

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has issued a public warning against the distribution of child pornography following reports of a video involving high school students being circulated on social media. Chief Inspector Kenrick Davis cautioned that anyone convicted […]