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BVI names potential trading partners amid US tariff threat

BVI names potential trading partners amid US tariff threat

As countries brace for the United States to finalise its stance on global tariffs, the British Virgin Islands is exploring alternative trading partners that could help reduce the cost of imports into the territory. The US continues to revise its […]

by / on May 13, 2025 at 6:25 AM /
BVI taking steps to define fishing boundaries

BVI taking steps to define fishing boundaries

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has signalled that the government has taken some steps to properly define the BVI’s marine borders, including areas within which fisherfolk should legally ply their trade. The issue of the territory’s fishing boundary was raised by […]

by / on May 13, 2025 at 6:15 AM /
Governor vetted RVIPF officers unilaterally – Premier

Governor vetted RVIPF officers unilaterally – Premier

The vetting of officers in the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) was done without the input of the National Security Council or the Police Service Commission, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley revealed during a government press conference on Friday. Premier […]

by / on May 13, 2025 at 6:10 AM /
Pruce gets letter on law enforcement review concerns

Pruce gets letter on law enforcement review concerns

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley confirmed that a formal letter was submitted to Governor Daniel Pruce on behalf of all members of the House of Assembly, voicing their concerns over the findings and implications of a recent review of law enforcement […]

by / on May 13, 2025 at 6:06 AM /
Governor defends exclusion from BVI’s interest register

Governor defends exclusion from BVI’s interest register

Governor Daniel Pruce has denied any double standards in the application of interest declaration rules for senior public servants in the Virgin Islands, amid questions about why he is not personally listed on the local Register of Interests. The issue […]

by / on May 13, 2025 at 6:00 AM /
Ministry condemns student attack on ESHS teacher

Ministry condemns student attack on ESHS teacher

The Education Ministry has broken its silence following the recent assault of a female teacher by a male student at Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS), affirming a zero-tolerance stance on violent behaviour in schools. The incident, which occurred in a […]

by / on May 12, 2025 at 7:47 AM /
Governor denies ‘power grab’ allegations

Governor denies ‘power grab’ allegations

Governor Daniel Pruce has rejected suggestions that the recent law enforcement review signals a “power grab” by the United Kingdom. The governor faced questions from reporters following criticism by members of the House of Assembly, who claimed that the second […]

by / on May 12, 2025 at 7:41 AM /
Eastern Carib’n countries take steps to improve agriculture

Eastern Carib’n countries take steps to improve agriculture

Amid rising global tariffs — particularly from the United States — that threaten the agriculture industry in many countries, the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) is taking proactive steps to strengthen agricultural development among its member states. Earlier this […]

by / on May 12, 2025 at 6:09 AM /
UPDATE: Nyron Erickson identified as man killed in Saturday’s shooting

UPDATE: Nyron Erickson identified as man killed in Saturday’s shooting

The man killed in a drive-by shooting on Saturday in the West End area of Tortola has been identified as Nyron Erickson, a former fugitive previously linked to criminal activity. Erickson was reportedly riding in the area when he was […]

by / on May 12, 2025 at 6:01 AM /
UK holds final say on Order in Council — Governor

UK holds final say on Order in Council — Governor

The decision to lift the Order in Council threatening direct UK rule in the BVI lies solely with the United Kingdom ministers. Governor Daniel Pruce confirmed this late last week during a press conference on the implementation of the Commission […]

by / on May 12, 2025 at 6:00 AM /