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Gov’t sees 31.3% increase...The BVI government has recorded a 31.3 percent increase in customer service ratings across the territory...
January 31, 2025 at 6:20 AM -
Alliance pushes for econo...A newly formed political alliance is calling for urgent action to revitalise the economy, arguing that...
January 31, 2025 at 6:04 AM -
Walwyn, Turnbull, Mather ...Three members of the parliamentary Opposition—Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull and Stacy ‘Buddha’...
January 30, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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Police concerned over high school ‘sex drugs’
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has raised concerns over the consumption of suspected ecstasy and sexual enhancement substances, including PPC, also known as ‘Pink Pussycat’, by students at the Elmore Stoutt High...
January 30, 2025 at 7:27 AM -
BVI becoming a dumping ground
Political commentator and clergyman Claude Skelton Cline has raised concerns about the BVI becoming a dumping ground for derelict vehicles, waste, and substandard imports. Appearing on his Honestly Speaking radio programme, the talk...
January 30, 2025 at 6:17 AM -
Gov’t plans town hall meetings to discuss COI reforms
The government is launching a series of town hall meetings to inform the public about the implementation of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) recommendations and the broader governance reform efforts. Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley announced...
January 30, 2025 at 6:07 AM
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CIBC launches ‘Professionals’ Edge’ initiative for top-end white-collar workers
CIBC FirstCaribbean has launched its first major initiative for 2025—Professionals’ Edge—offering up to 100 percent financing on property, investments, and other financial opportunities exclusively for select white-collar professionals. The...
January 30, 2025 at 6:01 AM -
5 BVIslanders facing deportation from US
Five British Virgin Islanders living in the United States are among more than 1.4 million people targeted for deportation under US President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown. This is according to the U.S. Immigration and Customs...
January 30, 2025 at 5:54 AM -
Too much ineptitude among lawmakers — Skelton Cline
Commentator Claude Skelton-Cline has criticised members of the House of Assembly (HOA) for their lack of diligence in reviewing legislation, calling on them to seek proper legal guidance before passing laws that affect the territory. Appearing...
January 29, 2025 at 7:33 AM
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Gov’t halts work permit exemptions under ‘Minister’s Discretion’
The government has issued a reminder that it has temporarily suspended new applications for work permit exemptions under the ‘Minister’s Discretion’ category. The move, which took effect on April 11, 2024, is part of...
January 29, 2025 at 7:27 AM -
NSC to launch public meetings on crime prevention
The National Security Council (NSC) is set to initiate a series of community meetings aimed at enhancing public involvement in crime prevention. Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley recently told reporters that these engagements will help...
January 29, 2025 at 7:18 AM -
BVI hosts maritime search and rescue training for Caribbean OTs
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), in partnership with His Majesty’s Coastguard, recently conducted a two-week search and rescue training course for maritime protection crews across several Caribbean Overseas Territories. The...
January 29, 2025 at 6:06 AM
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Section of Long Bay Beef Island restoration set for March completion
The Virgin Islands Government has announced that a key section of the Long Bay, Beef Island restoration project is expected to be completed by March 2025. According to the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources, and Climate Change,...
January 29, 2025 at 5:44 AM -
Twin brothers slapped with gun and ammo charges
BVI News has received reports that 22-year-old twin brothers were charged on Friday, January 24, following a search conducted by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). According to information received, one of the twins was...
January 28, 2025 at 2:19 PM -
Gov’t to explore tourism risk mitigation — Premier
The government has announced plans to address the risks associated with tourism as it works to enhance the sector’s contributions to the economy. Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley revealed this during his first press conference of 2025,...
January 28, 2025 at 7:40 AM
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Planned police vetting is to strengthen public trust in cops
Governor Daniel Pruce has emphasised that the planned introduction of vetting within the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) aims to protect officers from undue influence and coercion. Speaking on The Talking Points radio show...
January 28, 2025 at 7:35 AM -
Premier slammed for keeping governor waiting in HOA
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has come under fire for keeping Governor Daniel Pruce waiting for nearly 40 minutes during the recent House of Assembly (HOA) throne speech. The throne speech, delivered by the Governor, outlines the government’s...
January 28, 2025 at 7:24 AM -
New online payment portal coming for Water & Sewerage
Customers of the Water and Sewerage Department will soon benefit from the launch of an online payment portal, enabling them to pay their bills remotely starting February 1. Communications and Works Minister Kye Rymer made the announcement...
January 28, 2025 at 7:15 AM
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Over 21 officers trained in water quality monitoring and data analysis
The Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources, and Climate Change has announced that more than 21 environmental and technical officers have completed comprehensive training in water quality monitoring, data analysis, and storage. The...
January 28, 2025 at 6:23 AM -
Misconception! Police Bill does not authorise home entry without warrants
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has sought to dispel public misconceptions surrounding the controversial Police Amendment Bill, pointing out that the legislation does not authorise law enforcement officials to enter homes without warrants. Dr...
January 27, 2025 at 7:35 AM -
Premier insists: BVI’s Justice system is working
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has defended the justice system in the BVI, urging the public to maintain trust in its processes. Speaking at the government’s first press conference for 2025, Dr Wheatley stressed that the judiciary...
January 27, 2025 at 7:24 AM
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RVIPF officially charge USVI man found with over 200 rounds
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has charged Shamauri Camsel, a native of St Thomas in the US Virgin Islands, with unlawful possession of explosives following his arrest on Wednesday, January 15. According to the RVIPF,...
January 27, 2025 at 6:27 AM -
Sister cruise ships simultaneously dock in BVI for first time
The Virgin Islands welcomed a historic visit last week as sister vessels Iona and Arvia from the renowned P&O Cruises fleet docked in the territory for the first time. According to the BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA), Iona arrived...
January 27, 2025 at 6:14 AM -
Loren Ryan-Rymer appointed as new Registrar of Interests
Loren Ryan-Rymer has been appointed as the new Registrar of Interests following the retirement of Phyllis Evans. Ryan-Rymer has over 25 years of public service experience, including as the Human Resources Manager of the Royal Virgin...
January 27, 2025 at 5:13 AM
