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Premier says some news media misrepresent his gov’t

Premier says some news media misrepresent his gov’t

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has responded to recent local media coverage, stating that he often laments when news organisations misrepresent his statements. The Premier made the comments during the April 30 airing of the Virgin Islands Voice programme, where he […]

by / on May 7, 2025 at 7:45 AM /
Man arrested for shooting at Free Bottom nightclub

Man arrested for shooting at Free Bottom nightclub

Information reaching BVI News indicates that police have charged one man in connection with a shooting at a nightclub in Free Bottom last Wednesday. No fatalities were reported, but sources say two masked gunmen entered the club and began chasing […]

by / on May 7, 2025 at 7:29 AM /
Too little revenue coming from marine sector, Premier says

Too little revenue coming from marine sector, Premier says

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has argued that the BVI is not generating sufficient revenue from its marine sector, despite its international status as a premier sailing destination. Speaking in the House of Assembly during the passage of the Commercial Recreational […]

by / on May 7, 2025 at 6:35 AM /
Alliance snubbed at NDP meeting — Skelton Cline

Alliance snubbed at NDP meeting — Skelton Cline

Talk show host Claude Skelton Cline has claimed that members of the Opposition Alliance were excluded from a recent meeting between the National Democratic Party (NDP) and the Progressive Virgin Islands Movement (PVIM), raising concerns about deepening divisions within the […]

by / on May 7, 2025 at 6:15 AM /
Airport parking amnesty runs until May 31

Airport parking amnesty runs until May 31

The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) has announced a temporary amnesty for all vehicles parked at the Terrance B Lettsome International Airport, giving owners until May 31 to remove them without paying any parking fees or penalties. The amnesty comes as […]

by / on May 7, 2025 at 6:10 AM /
SSB partners with Ponce Health Sciences University

SSB partners with Ponce Health Sciences University

On Monday 28 April,2025 the Social Security Board and Ponce Health Sciences University executed the Heads of Terms agreement, outlining the medical school’s occupancy of the Joe’s Hill Manor Estate. In an intimate ceremony, the Social Security Board (SSB) and […]

by / on May 6, 2025 at 3:40 PM /
UK MPs slam BVI for cartoon campaign amid missed deadline

UK MPs slam BVI for cartoon campaign amid missed deadline

UK politicians have criticised the BVI for missing a key corporate transparency deadline while launching a cartoon-led campaign to promote financial accountability instead. The BVI, along with other UK overseas territories like Bermuda, Anguilla, and the Turks and Caicos Islands, […]

by / on May 6, 2025 at 8:18 AM /
Penn and Skelton deny ‘power-grab’ claims

Penn and Skelton deny ‘power-grab’ claims

Opposition legislator Marlon Penn has dismissed claims that the reunification of the National Democratic Party (NDP) was driven by a personal power quest, insisting that the move is rooted in respect, collaboration and the needs of the people of the […]

by / on May 6, 2025 at 7:52 AM /
Premier rejects ‘power-hungry’ label

Premier rejects ‘power-hungry’ label

Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley has firmly denied claims that he was driven by a desire for power when he accepted the recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) in 2022. He insists that his actions were taken to protect the […]

by / on May 6, 2025 at 7:44 AM /
BVI named ‘Hottest Destination’ for 2025

BVI named ‘Hottest Destination’ for 2025

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has received a significant boost to its tourism profile, being named the Hottest Destination of 2025 by Modern Luxury, the largest luxury lifestyle media company in the United States. The announcement came as part of […]

by / on May 6, 2025 at 7:35 AM /