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Premier concerned over sidelining locals on statutory boards
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has expressed concern about excluding locals from serving on statutory boards. Speaking in the House of Assembly (HOA) recently, the Premier said there were suggestions to lower the standards for board...
September 20, 2024 at 7:02 AM -
Gov’t members clueless about HOA bills — Walwyn
Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn recently criticised government members in the House of Assembly (HOA), accusing them of not understanding the legislation they bring forward for debate. During an Opposition press conference...
September 20, 2024 at 6:34 AM -
Deputy Premier on Tourism: We have to deliver!
Deputy Premier Lorna Smith has expressed optimism about the BVI’s tourism prospects but firmly believes that much more needs to be done to prepare the territory for growth in this vital industry. Yesterday, in the House of Assembly...
September 20, 2024 at 6:11 AM
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13 restaurants to feature in this year’s Lobster Fest
The BVI Tourist Board and Film Commission (BVITBFC) has announced that the annual Anegada Lobster Festival will feature lobster samples and meals from 13 different restaurants. Now in its 12th year, the festival will be celebrated...
September 19, 2024 at 6:47 PM -
UK Minister open to climate funding for BVI
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said the new UK Overseas Territories Minister, Stephen Doughty, is open to offering climate funding for the territory. In a joint press conference with Deputy Premier Lorna Smith on Monday, September 16,...
September 19, 2024 at 8:04 AM -
Premier on UK trip: We didn’t fail
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has refused to categorise his recent trip to the United Kingdom (UK), where he met with Overseas Territories Minister Stephen Doughty and other UK officials, as a failure. The Premier’s trip was seen as...
September 19, 2024 at 7:43 AM
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Penn denies removing previous BVIHSA chair
Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn has denied claims that he was solely responsible for removing Moleto Smith as Chairman of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) back in 2023. Penn’s denial follows accusations from...
September 19, 2024 at 7:38 AM -
No layoffs coming after $20M gov’t blunder — Premier
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has assured residents that no jobs will be lost due to the government’s $20 million budget miscalculation. Last month, Dr Wheatley explained that the House of Assembly approved a budget that included...
September 19, 2024 at 7:33 AM -
Gerard Farara appointed chairman of BVIFSC
Kings Counsel and former High Court judge Gerard Farara has been appointed as chairman of the BVI Financial Services Commission (BVIFSC). The Ministry of Financial Services announced on Wednesday, September 18 that Farara was one of...
September 19, 2024 at 6:52 AM
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School closed as Anegada faces power outage due major malfunction
The Claudia Creque Education Centre on Anegada is closed for face-to-face classes today due to a power outage at the school. The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) announced on Wednesday, September 18, that the Power Station in Anegada...
September 18, 2024 at 1:16 PM -
Signboards of athletes to be erected along airport route
Premier and Minister for Tourism, Dr Natalio Wheatley, has announced plans to create signboards honouring local athletes who have represented the BVI on the international stage. Dr Wheatley shared this initiative during a press conference...
September 18, 2024 at 8:14 AM -
People should know when to step aside for the greater good as I did
Amid ongoing tensions with BVI Health Services Chairman Ron Potter, who has refused his request to resign, Health Minister Vincent Wheatley has emphasised the importance of knowing when to step back for the greater good. Reflecting...
September 18, 2024 at 7:56 AM
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Fraser decries loss of political power
Third District Representative Julian Fraser has expressed concerns about elected officials in the BVI losing power to statutory board members and unelected bureaucrats. During a recent House of Assembly (HOA) sitting, Fraser highlighted...
September 18, 2024 at 7:29 AM -
Potter being used as a scapegoat — Penn
Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn has argued that BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Chairman Ron Potter is being made a scapegoat for the territory’s healthcare woes. Speaking on the Talking Points show, Penn disagreed...
September 18, 2024 at 7:22 AM -
Walwyn rebuked after protesting Premier’s long speech
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has criticised an interruption from Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn as he contributed to a debate on a piece of legislation in the House of Assembly yesterday. The lawmakers were discussing the...
September 18, 2024 at 6:19 AM
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Fahie frequently mentioned in Premier’s talks with UK officials
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley revealed that disgraced former Premier, Andrew Fahie was frequently mentioned during meetings with UK officials, including British Overseas Territories (OT) Minister Stephen Doughty, during his trip to London...
September 17, 2024 at 7:47 AM -
Premier shuts down reporter’s ‘personal questions’
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley ended a tense exchange with a reporter who questioned him about personal matters yesterday. The Premier described the inquiries as “false” and stressed that they were inappropriate for discussion. The...
September 17, 2024 at 7:20 AM -
Premier rejects suggestion to have ‘Zoom’ talks with UK officials
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has firmly rejected the suggestion that he should hold diplomatic talks with United Kingdom (UK) officials via video conferencing platforms such as Zoom. The issue arose during a recent press briefing when...
September 17, 2024 at 7:19 AM
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Cabinet to discuss Ron Potter’s removal as BVIHSA Chair?
Discussions about removing Ron Potter as Chairman of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) will likely be included on the agenda of an upcoming Cabinet meeting, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has indicated. This development follows...
September 17, 2024 at 7:12 AM -
Health Minister dodges WhatsApp resignation questions
Health Minister Vincent Wheatley has declined to answer questions concerning reports that he asked the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Chairman, Ron Potter, to resign. Potter issued a press release over the weekend explaining...
September 17, 2024 at 6:32 AM -
UK OT Minister undecided about lifting Order in Council
Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley has announced that the new UK Overseas Territory (OT) Minister, Stephen Doughty, plans to visit the BVI later this year before deciding whether to lift the Order in Council that threatens...
September 16, 2024 at 5:10 PM