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Smith not surprised by selection of Julian Fraser as her replacement

Smith not surprised by selection of Julian Fraser as her replacement

Former Deputy Premier Lorna Smith expressed that she was not surprised Third District Representative Julian Fraser was selected in her stead as Deputy Premier. During a press conference on Wednesday, October 23, Smith was asked whether she was surprised that […]

by / on October 25, 2024 at 7:09 AM /
Central Statistics Office in need of enumerators to complete census

Central Statistics Office in need of enumerators to complete census

The Central Statistics Office (CSO) commenced a search for interested persons to serve as temporary enumerators for the territory’s ongoing census exercise. According to a bulletin issued by the office on Wednesday, October 23, enumerators are needed for the West […]

by / on October 25, 2024 at 7:03 AM /
Healthcare one of our biggest priorities — Premier

Healthcare one of our biggest priorities — Premier

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said healthcare is one of his government’s most significant priorities despite the challenges plaguing his administration. His remarks come amid mounting concerns over healthcare services in the territory and accusations of wasteful government spending on a […]

by / on October 25, 2024 at 6:55 AM /
Over 3,000 registered with govt’s Labour Management System

Over 3,000 registered with govt’s Labour Management System

Former Labour Minister Lorna Smith recently shared an update on the government’s Labour Management System during a House of Assembly sitting, disclosing that thousands of employers and employees have already registered on the new platform. Five hundred employers, 3,507 employees, […]

by / on October 25, 2024 at 6:36 AM /
I have no confidence in Premier’s leadership of BVI — Smith

I have no confidence in Premier’s leadership of BVI — Smith

Former Deputy Premier Lorna Smith has expressed a distinct lack of confidence in Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley’s ability to lead the BVI. Smith, who was recently dismissed from her ministerial role, suggested during a press conference yesterday that being vocal […]

by / on October 24, 2024 at 7:18 AM /
Walwyn clashes with Education Minister over Belle Vue gym

Walwyn clashes with Education Minister over Belle Vue gym

Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn and Education Minister Sharie deCastro engaged in a heated debate in the House of Assembly recently over the future of the Belle Vue gym, a community facility destroyed during the 2017 hurricanes. The exchange took […]

by / on October 24, 2024 at 6:31 AM /
I didn’t know about Lorna Smith’s firing before hand — Willock

I didn’t know about Lorna Smith’s firing before hand — Willock

In response to an article from Guavaberry Media suggesting he was involved in Lorna Smith being stripped of her ministerial role on Wednesday, October 23, former House of Assembly Speaker Julian Willock has asserted that he was unaware of Smith’s […]

by / on October 24, 2024 at 6:27 AM /
D6 people never said they wanted independence — Walwyn

D6 people never said they wanted independence — Walwyn

Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has criticised Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley’s push for independence, stressing that his constituents do not desire such a move. Walwyn suggested the government should focus on the people’s needs rather than pushing for independence without […]

by / on October 24, 2024 at 6:16 AM /
Dame Janice highlights courts’ role in conflict prevention

Dame Janice highlights courts’ role in conflict prevention

Former Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (ECSC) Dame Janice Pereira has called for restraint and measured approaches to addressing conflict, emphasising the dangers of unchecked societal disputes. Speaking during a special lecture on “Law and Society: The […]

by / on October 24, 2024 at 6:02 AM /
‘Premier’s accusation holds no merit’, says Smith

‘Premier’s accusation holds no merit’, says Smith

Territorial At-Large Representative Lorna Smith has hit back at Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley over an accusation he made while outlining his rationale for removing her as Deputy Premier and Minister of Financial Services, Labour, and Trade. During an impromptu press […]

by / on October 23, 2024 at 4:24 PM /