Another motion of no confidence planned against Wheatley gov’t
Leader of the Opposition Myron Walwyn has tabled a motion of no confidence in the government led by Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley, citing widespread dissatisfaction with the administration’s economic management, public services, and transparency.
This is not the first time the opposition has taken such action against the Dr Wheatley administration, which has faced increasing scrutiny since assuming office in April 2023. The motion, scheduled for the next sitting of the House of Assembly that commences Tuesday, June 3, outlines a lengthy list of grievances ranging from fiscal mismanagement to neglect of vital sectors such as health, education, and agriculture.
According to the HOA’s order paper on which the motion is listed, Walwyn’s motion highlights the government’s $20 million budget error, that created a fiscal shortfall that has pushed projected 2025 expenditure beyond expected revenue. Walwyn also criticized the administration’s failure to produce a strategic financial plan as mandated by the Public Finance Management (Amendment) Act, 2012.
“The economic outlook is bleak, and quality of life is rapidly declining,” the motion reads, asserting that Premier Wheatley has lost the confidence of the public and failed to demonstrate effective leadership.
The motion further accuses the Premier, who also serves as Minister for Finance, Tourism, and Agriculture, of neglecting key areas of governance:
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Tourism: No clear tourism plan has been introduced, and key government assets like the Prospect Reef Hotel remain in disrepair.
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Public Spending: Walwyn cites examples of alleged wasteful expenditure, including the American Airlines inaugural flight celebration, the failed 2024 Virgin Islands Music Festival, and sponsorship of a controversial concert.
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Education and Healthcare: Both sectors are described as underfunded, with the motion noting that private donors provide more support to education than the government.
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Vulnerable Populations: The government is accused of failing to support the elderly, differently abled, and mentally ill.
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Infrastructure and Crime: Persistent issues with roads, sewage, water supply, and rising crime rates are highlighted, alongside a lack of comprehensive solutions.
The motion also criticizes the government for inadequate support of small businesses and farmers, mishandling the recent minimum wage increase, and failing to address high youth unemployment.
Walwyn expressed in his written motion concern over a lack of public engagement on crucial issues such as constitutional status discussions with the United Nations and insufficient public consultation on legislation.
“The people of the Virgin Islands deserve a government that is accountable, strategic, and responsive to their needs,” Walwyn said in a statement following the filing.
It remains to be seen whether the motion will garner the necessary support in the House of Assembly. However, it adds to the mounting pressure on Premier Wheatley’s administration amid growing public discontent and questions over governance.
The date for debate on the motion has not yet been announced.
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Slow-Andy will shuffle the order papers again to avoid even having to discuss these matters. Watch and see, slight of hand and business as usual.
is the leader of the Opposition and Re[p for the 5th district Delusional or is he just power hungry how can he suggest a vote on no confidence with three 3 members this is laughable Hon . Member for the 6 relax stop opposing without a plan show or tell me what you would do better so tired of your ranting a. I think you want to put virgin islanders in a begging dependent stage indigenous Virgin Islanders don’t like begging stop it
I think this is a platform for landing some blows on the government, it’s not about the motion passing. Between Myron and Mitch alone, plenty blows should pass.
So only now it happens. Let’s see if Smurf or Skeletor will support it.
This too shall not pass.
I Really had a good joke on that one and @ jsbb Judah , that should be interesting to see how those two are going to do / and then we have the emperor of the 3RD district who to show how sincere he was when he signed that first motion that ronnie ” Mr ALOOF ” had problems with / so we all will be waiting to see how this DRAMA unfolds
Well I also will be very interested in the Corna Lady’s response and vote on this No Confidence vote. If she truly is for the country and th e people h th at make up this country, then we will see her true colors by how she votes! I suspect that she and the dude with Elevator Hill part head will vote against to keep their salaries going!
Kye, is he had any soccer ⚽️ would vote against as he’s just plodding along failing at everything and getting F’s. Luce is another one who’s been shafted by Natalie. This will be interesting and loads of media articles going be coming out daily from this showdown. Let’s see who’s going to get in their feelings and be emotionally damaged u being called out for failures….
True. Corna Lady only like that salary and power. I suspect she will vote against it but will use double speak to appease both sides. She two faced. Like that. Part-Head will likely vote against and full-throatedly support S!0wW@nde.
Thank you Hon Walwyn.
It is the only recourse at this point.
Doing something is urgent.
Doing nothing is not an option
You may stand alone but your brave effort demonstrates your sincerity and conern to fulfill your elected and sworn duty.
Myron on an island so he have no other choice than to advance this issue. Needless to say that when confronted on the campaign trail he wants to say that he fulfilled what the opposition said it would do. Smurf and Skeletor for the most part abandon this promise
Is vote of ” no confidence”, only the tool left for the opposition. Are there not other better ways of bringing this issues to the floor of the house. I believe that most of you need better orientation of parliamentary system of governance. Make use of your oversight reports, shadow government, etc, to check the ruling govt. Opposition is not about undermining or malignant of the other party, but working together where necessary for better results of the territory. Bring your great ideas, don’t till you are in power. That’s why you ate voted in by the people. let us see your better side, then next election, we will pass our vote of confidence on who ever. Don’t wait until campaign time, to sweet tongue the gullible.
You don’t even know what you talking bout
I think what the alliance is doing is a procedural exercise to educate the public that the people have the power, so their confidence will grow and influence the HOA to be servants of the people. The onliest thing that will prevent Marlon and Skelton from voting with the alliance is procedural embarrassment on the part of Skelton when he filed the first motion of no confidence and failed to properly see out the legalities. The alliance will be carrying out a teaching exercise and in the process demonstrating to natalio he is not entitled power, and they should demand he recluse himself as finance minister with the mess he is making and give it to the qualified Lorna smith. Natalio only hold that ministry to ensure his grip on power, because his performance doesn’t conjure any public confidence by the people of the BVI.
what is the point, they don’t have the votes