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Archive for April, 2026

VIP needs strong At-Large candidates, says Skelton Cline

VIP needs strong At-Large candidates, says Skelton Cline

Political commentator Claude Skelton Cline has urged the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) to field stronger At-Large candidates, warning that the party faces political trouble if it fails to strengthen its team. Speaking on his Honestly Speaking programme, Skelton Cline said […]

by / on April 2, 2026 at 7:36 AM /
Mental health experts achieve reduced anxiety in BVI schools

Mental health experts achieve reduced anxiety in BVI schools

Mental health professionals in the BVI are reporting measurable success in reducing anxiety among students, following the rollout of a targeted school-based intervention programme now gaining regional recognition. Speaking recently on Talking Points with host Damion Grange, Director of Mental […]

by / on April 2, 2026 at 6:19 AM /
BVI launches ‘Legitimate Interest Access’ regime amid UK push for fully open registers

BVI launches ‘Legitimate Interest Access’ regime amid UK push for fully open registers

BVI’s financial services industry has rolled out a new system allowing limited public access to company ownership records, in a move that signals a clear policy direction not fully aligned with what the UK has been pushing for its Overseas […]

by / on April 2, 2026 at 6:13 AM /
25 designs in for Road Town monument design competition

25 designs in for Road Town monument design competition

The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has confirmed that 25 submissions were received for the Road Town Partnership National Monument Design Competition, following the close of entries last weekend. The announcement comes days after Junior Minister for Tourism […]

by / on April 2, 2026 at 6:02 AM /
VIP in trouble, Skelton Cline warns

VIP in trouble, Skelton Cline warns

Commentator Claude Skelton Cline has warned that the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) government is “in trouble” due to what he described as a failure to respond to the needs of the electorate. Skelton Cline said the administration’s challenges stem from […]

by / on April 1, 2026 at 7:43 AM /
Skelton surprised by USVI’s attitude over marine fees

Skelton surprised by USVI’s attitude over marine fees

Territorial At-Large Representative Ronnie Skelton says he was surprised by the USVI’s attitude toward the BVI over the recent marine charter fees hike, arguing the territory is simply trying to generate revenue as it continues to build itself with limited […]

by / on April 1, 2026 at 6:26 AM /
Governor rejects ‘institutional racism’ claim in policing

Governor rejects ‘institutional racism’ claim in policing

Governor Daniel Pruce has rejected claims that the structure of policing oversight in the Virgin Islands is “institutionally racist,” stating that responsibility for law and order is defined by the territory’s Constitution and reflects an agreed framework. Speaking in a […]

by / on April 1, 2026 at 6:20 AM /
US visitor fined for spent shell found in airport luggage

US visitor fined for spent shell found in airport luggage

A visitor who was departing the BVI for the US was recently arrested and fined after authorities discovered what appeared to be a spent shell during a routine security screening at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport. Highly-placed sources said airport […]

by / on April 1, 2026 at 6:19 AM /
Works Ministry announces new bus service and schedule

Works Ministry announces new bus service and schedule

The Ministry of Communications and Works has announced the launch of newly approved public bus services on key routes across Tortola, marking an expansion of structured public transportation in the territory. According to a press release issued yesterday, March 31, […]

by / on April 1, 2026 at 6:15 AM /