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COMMENTARY: Two years in ...This commentary was contributed by a Virgin Islander who wishes to remain anonymous. Two years in, the...
October 24, 2025 at 6:00 AM -
Dr Wheatley: Overseas tri...Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has defended the government’s overseas travel, saying such missions are...
October 23, 2025 at 7:49 AM -
Prioritise cancer! Why do...At least two legislators in the BVI have publicly called on the territory to shift greater focus toward...
October 23, 2025 at 7:25 AM
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26-yr-old man charged for sexual relations with a minor
BVI News understands that a 26-year-old man from Carrot Bay was recently arrested on suspicion of having unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl under the age of 16. It remains unclear who made the initial report to the police or whether...
October 23, 2025 at 7:12 AM -
Premier: Future is bright for Virgin Islands diplomacy
The Virgin Islands’ future in global diplomacy is promising, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said during a panel discussion held as part of Diplomatic Week 2025 under the theme From Island Shores to Global Doors. Speaking alongside Anguilla’s...
October 23, 2025 at 6:41 AM -
Mather questions millions invested in RATED programme
Territorial At-Large Representative Stacy ‘Buddha’ Mather has raised serious concerns about the government’s multi-million-dollar spending on the RATED programme, arguing that the initiative has not delivered the intended results...
October 23, 2025 at 6:27 AM
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Road Town public-private partnership progress questioned
Questions are being raised about the progress of the long-promised public-private partnership (PPP) for the revitalisation of Road Town, with residents asking when visible improvements will begin. The project, announced months ago,...
October 22, 2025 at 7:49 AM -
Concern over courier smuggling rises
Acting Commissioner of Customs Clinton Romney has raised fresh concerns about drugs, firearms and large sums of cash being smuggled into the territory through courier services and ports of entry. Romney told ZBVI Radio that Customs...
October 22, 2025 at 7:44 AM -
What will Natalio Wheatley’s legacy be?
Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley says his legacy is still being written, adding that he will have time to reflect on his leadership when he retires. He made the statement on a recent episode of the Virgin Islands Voice programme after...
October 22, 2025 at 7:27 AM
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Plans underway to establish BVI Cancer Registry
Plans are progressing to establish the territory’s first cancer registry, a move that local health officials say will help improve data collection, diagnosis, and treatment of the disease. The update came during the Talking Points...
October 22, 2025 at 6:18 AM -
BVI Finance positions for more business in Africa
The BVI is reaffirming its position as a trusted global hub for cross-border investment and innovation, with a renewed focus on Africa’s rapidly expanding markets. Recently, BVI Finance CEO Elise Donovan represented the territory...
October 22, 2025 at 6:07 AM -
Lorna Smith hailed as BVI hero by Premier Wheatley
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has named Junior Minister for Financial Services Lorna Smith among the heroes recognised during this year’s Heroes and Foreparents Day celebration, praising her decades of contribution to the Virgin Islands’...
October 21, 2025 at 7:50 AM
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Cabinet appoints Economic Advisory Council
The Cabinet has approved the establishment of a new Economic and Fiscal Advisory Council to provide expert guidance on the territory’s financial and economic affairs. The decision was made during a Cabinet meeting on September 17,...
October 21, 2025 at 7:45 AM -
Those who support UK rule need to be educated
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has said that Virgin Islanders who support the Commission of Inquiry (COI) and direct United Kingdom rule over the territory’s affairs need to be educated about the importance of democracy and national...
October 21, 2025 at 7:40 AM -
Mather strongly opposes additional At-Large seats
Territorial At-Large Representative Stacy “Budda” Mather says he does not support the proposal to add two more At-Large seats to the House of Assembly, arguing that the current system is already failing to work as intended. Mather...
October 21, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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Premier promises release of long-awaited agriculture plan soon
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has assured that the long-promised national agriculture plan will soon be released, following repeated delays since the government first announced it earlier this year. During a recent press conference,...
October 21, 2025 at 6:53 AM -
Hodge-Smith pushes for district councils to strengthen governance
Junior Minister for Culture Luce Hodge-Smith has renewed calls for the establishment of district councils across the Virgin Islands to improve local governance and community engagement — a proposal opposed by Sixth District Representative...
October 20, 2025 at 7:52 AM -
Alliance members call for stronger youth intervention programmes
Opposition members Stacy ‘Buddha’ Mather and Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull have urged the government to strengthen youth intervention and rehabilitation programmes in the Virgin Islands, warning that the territory is now “reaping...
October 20, 2025 at 7:49 AM
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BVI leaders respond to new threats from UK gov’t
House of Assembly (HOA) members have pushed back against new threats from the United Kingdom government, following comments by UK Overseas Territories Minister Stephen Doughty warning that London “will not hesitate to act” if...
October 20, 2025 at 7:29 AM -
BVI engages financial services partners in Europe
BVI government officials recently wrapped up a series of high-level meetings in Brussels and Paris aimed at strengthening relations with the European Union (EU) and reaffirming the territory’s commitment to global financial standards. The...
October 20, 2025 at 6:34 AM -
Premier denies changing the will of the people
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has rejected claims that his government is altering the will of the people in its handling of the Constitutional Review Commission’s recommendations, stating that the House of Assembly is acting within...
October 17, 2025 at 8:25 AM
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Walwyn flags unfair pay gap for public service middle managers
Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn has raised concerns about the growing pay gap among middle managers in the public service, arguing that the government’s salary review created unfair disparities that risk demotivating skilled officers. Walwyn...
October 17, 2025 at 8:20 AM -
No middle ground! BVI must choose colonialism or self government
Junior Minister for Financial Services, Lorna Smith, says the BVI can no longer straddle the line between self-rule and colonial control — the territory must either “shake off colonialism or keep it.” Speaking on the findings...
October 17, 2025 at 8:07 AM -
Gun part found in mail allegedly from USVI
As the BVI continues to grapple with a troubling rise in gun crimes, BVI News understands that a firearm part was recently mailed into the territory — raising fresh concerns about the methods being used to get illegal weapons into...
October 17, 2025 at 7:55 AM
