Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn has criticised the government for lacking proper shower facilities at Long Bay Beach, Beef Island. The beach is a popular tourist destination, with a third of all cruise pier arrivals visiting the location. Speaking in […]

Education Minister Sharie deCastro has slammed Opposition members for what she perceived as hypocritical and theatrical behaviour during House of Assembly (HOA) debates, accusing them of prioritising political gains over genuine discourse. Speaking in the House of Assembly last week, […]

BVIEC a victim of cyber attack The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) announced on Monday, August 19, that it had fallen victim to a cyberattack. The power company stated that the attack has impacted both their internal and external operations. While […]

Second District Representative Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull said he was assured by officials late last year that there was enough funding in the budget to cover this year’s public service salary increase. Turnbull made this statement following Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley’s […]

Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has called for Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley’s resignation over a $20 million error in budget calculations for public sector salaries. The discrepancy arose when Premier Wheatley, who is also the Minister of Finance, disclosed that […]

The government has announced a hiring freeze and travel restrictions for public service workers as part of its measures to cut costs, and as it investigates a $20 million salary discrepancy found in this year’s budget. Premier and Minister of […]

After more than four decades in business, Quito’s Gazebo & Luxury Inn has officially closed. A retirement concert on the beach in Cane Garden Bay was recently held for proprietor Quito Rymer, marking the transition to new ownership. During the […]

First District Representative Dr Karl Dawson has urged residents to be patient and understanding as the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) continues its efforts to restore power across the territory following Tropical Storm Ernesto. Dr Dawson commended the community spirit displayed […]

The Public Service Management Bill, designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the public service sector, has been introduced to the House of Assembly. According to a media release from the House of Assembly and Cabinet Office, the legislation […]

As impatience grew among residents still without power, the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) assured the public that it is working diligently to restore electricity across the territory following Tropical Storm Ernesto. Power has already been restored to many communities across […]