Talk show host Claude Skelton Cline has called for what he described as a “benevolent dictator” to steer the Virgin Islands through what he sees as mounting governance, population and preparedness challenges. Speaking on his Honestly Speaking radio programme this […]
Archive for February, 2026
RVIPF reports stabilised crime rate amid challenges
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has reported that crime levels stabilised in 2025, despite ongoing challenges, including a rise in domestic violence and the widespread use of illegal firearms. Acting Deputy Commissioner of Police Kenrick Davis said the […]
No new word after $20M overspend audit
Governor Daniel Pruce says he has nothing new to share publicly regarding the government’s $20 million salary overspend, as follow-up work stemming from the Auditor General’s report remains ongoing. Responding to questions at a recent press conference, Pruce confirmed that […]
Concerns raised over proposed supermarket in Cane Garden Bay
A recent Facebook post by a concerned resident has sparked a lively discussion in local social media circles about a proposed new supermarket at Black Point in Cane Garden Bay. The post, which has received more than 30 likes and […]
ESHS teacher, student involved in reported physical altercation
BVI News understands that there was a fight between a female teacher and a female student at the Elmore Stoutt High School earlier this week, an incident that has renewed concern about mounting misbehaviour among children in the territory. Sources […]
Pruce: I have full confidence in the DPP
Governor Daniel Pruce has expressed full confidence in the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Tiffany Scatliffe-Esprit, declining to criticise the office despite questions about recent high-profile cases that have been lost. Speaking at his first press conference for 2026 at […]
Pruce defends Interim Commissioner’s three-month extension
Governor Daniel Pruce has defended the decision to extend the tenure of Interim Acting Police Commissioner Richard Ullger by three months, saying the move is intended to preserve stability while the recruitment process for a permanent commissioner continues. Addressing the […]
Walwyn says he’s ‘batting’ for Rymer on territory’s water worries
Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn recently told the House of Assembly that while he has been forcefully advocating for Works Minister Kye Rymer to get the resources needed to fix the territory’s failing water system, the minister has instead been defending […]
Bishop Cline predicts government will call early elections
Interim president of the National Democratic Party (NDP), Bishop John Cline, says the ruling Virgin Islands Party (VIP) is already positioning itself for a general election, pointing to what he described as hurried government spending and last-minute infrastructure works. The […]
Aggressive timelines set for prison reform
Governor Daniel Pruce has pledged to set very aggressive timelines for implementing more than 30 recommendations arising from an independent review of the territory’s prison, following an escape late last year. The review was commissioned after an October escape from […]
