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Former Deputy Governor dies

Former Deputy Governor dies

Former Deputy Governor Elton Georges has died. Relatives said he died Wednesday night, April 4. The retired public servant was recently in hospital battling an unspecified illness. “We thank everyone for the love, kindness, prayers and support during his short […]

by / on April 5, 2018 at 9:10 AM /
At wits end: ESHS student reportedly stones business

At wits end: ESHS student reportedly stones business

Students of the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) were involved in yet another public fight and have seemingly graduated to damaging private property. The latest incident reportedly happened among junior students shortly after midday on Wednesday when their school shift […]

by / on April 5, 2018 at 8:58 AM /
Report on fatal police shooting in; not ready for public’s eye

Report on fatal police shooting in; not ready for public’s eye

Residents are being told they have to wait a while longer before the findings of the independent investigation into the fatal police shooting of Santo Hernandez is publicized. Local law enforcers shot and killed Hernandez on December 6 last year, […]

by / on April 5, 2018 at 7:21 AM /
Labour flooded with requests for ‘skilled workers’

Labour flooded with requests for ‘skilled workers’

The Department of Labour continues to receive ‘numerous requests’ for skilled workers in the construction and marine industries, said Labour Commissioner Janice Rymer. A media release from government also said requests are primarily coming from local employers in these industries. […]

by / on April 5, 2018 at 7:16 AM /
Premier saddened by Elton Georges’ death

Premier saddened by Elton Georges’ death

PRESS RELEASE: Last evening, I was saddened to learn of the passing of Mr Elton Georges, CMG, OBE, a man of great strength, courage and conviction who I have had the pleasure of knowing for many decades as he dedicated […]

by / on April 5, 2018 at 6:15 AM /
Tourist Board relocates headquarters

Tourist Board relocates headquarters

After sustaining significant damage from the three catastrophic disasters last year, the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB) has moved its headquarters to the Geneva Place building on Wickham’s Cay I. The Board is operating on the third floor of the building. […]

by / on April 5, 2018 at 6:09 AM /
Legislators should have full disclosure on all bills

Legislators should have full disclosure on all bills

Queen’s Counsel and former Acting High Court Judge, Gerard Farara wants a policy to be implemented that makes it mandatory for legislators to be fully furnished with documents relating to all bills introduced in the House of Assembly. Farara made […]

by / on April 4, 2018 at 4:03 PM /
Inmate discharges noxious substance in prison guard’s face

Inmate discharges noxious substance in prison guard’s face

An inmate at Her Majesty’s Prison in Balsam Ghut has been accused of assaulting a prison officer, BVI News has been told. It is said that the inmate in question expelled a noxious substance in the prison guard’s face. Details […]

by / on April 4, 2018 at 1:47 PM /
Give each sister island its own representative — Wheatley

Give each sister island its own representative — Wheatley

There are calls for the Virgin Islands Constitution to be amended to include at least two additional legislators in the House of Assembly. Sister Islands Coordinator Vincent Wheatley is suggesting that Virgin Gorda, Anegada, and Jost Van Dyke should each […]

by / on April 4, 2018 at 9:07 AM /
Premier the preferred leader; Walwyn, Fahie close — survey

Premier the preferred leader; Walwyn, Fahie close — survey

Premier Dr D Orlando Smith is still the preferred leader overall for the British Virgin Islands but residents have named Opposition Leader Andrew Fahie and Education Minister Myron Walwyn as close contenders. This is according to a second political survey […]

by / on April 4, 2018 at 7:42 AM /