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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 -
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
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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 -
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
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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 -
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
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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 -
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
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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 -
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
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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 -
Walwyn blasts Premier’s so-called Trinidadian “spin doctor”
Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has accused a government advisor of being divisive and suggested he would stop at nothing to remove him from the BVI. During a recent Opposition press conference, Walwyn said the advisor was...
September 16, 2024 at 7:46 AM -
BVIHSA Chair resists resignation request
Embattled BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Chairman Ron Potter has refused to step down despite Health Minister Vincent Wheatley’s request. Wheatley’s request came amid public backlash over poor healthcare services in the...
September 16, 2024 at 7:41 AM
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Two new dogs added to revived Customs K9 Unit
Two new K9s have been added to His Majesty’s Customs as the department announced the rebirth of its K9 Unit recently. The announcement was made on September 11 at a graduation ceremony to honour three K9 handlers for their...
September 16, 2024 at 7:35 AM -
Former legislator says politics behind push for Potter’s resignation
Former legislator Shereen Flax-Charles expressed concerns over the resignation push for BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Chairman Ron Potter, suggesting that political affiliation has prevented Potter from doing his job. Potter...
September 16, 2024 at 6:48 AM -
Vikings, Falcons and Knights win openers of Peter Haycraft T10 Tournament
The Peter Haycraft T10 Cricket Tournament kicked off on Sunday, September 15, with three matches at Greenland, Tortola. In the first match, Vikings CC defeated Cavaliers CC by nine runs. The Vikings scored 129 for 3, while the Cavaliers,...
September 16, 2024 at 6:16 AM