The Ministry of Communication and Works has advanced repairs on the Windy Hill Road leading into Carrot Bay after heavy rains on Monday, November 11, caused significant damage. A portion of the Lower Windy Hill Road collapsed, limiting traffic to […]

The BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA) will construct a new general cargo facility at Port Purcell next year, according to Premier and Minister of Finance Dr Natalio Wheatley. Announcing the project during his recent budget address, Dr Wheatley said the new […]

Commentator and clergyman Claude Skelton Cline has warned Opposition members in the House of Assembly to put aside their egos and seek forgiveness if they want to present themselves as a viable alternative to the current Virgin Islands Party (VIP) […]

The government announced via Facebook yesterday, November 18, that Governor Daniel Pruce has assented to the Public Service Management Act. This new legislation aims to modernise and enhance the efficiency of the territory’s public service. The Act replaces the outdated […]

The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) is inviting consultancy firms to assist in enhancing the BVI’s road infrastructure. The request comes weeks after the government acquired a $100 million loan aimed at bolstering the territory’s infrastructure and economic […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has expressed openness to collaborating with former Deputy Premier and Financial Services Minister Lorna Smith on financial services and other shared interests despite her recent dismissal from his administration. In a recent interview on ZBVI radio, […]

The BVI has been included in ‘Fodor’s No List 2025’, a publication highlighting destinations facing significant challenges due to tourism pressures. The annual list aims to draw attention to popular locations struggling with the impacts of their own success, urging […]

Cabinet has approved the long-awaited Social Protection Policy after the Health Ministry announced its completion earlier this year. The new development, announced late last week, highlights a renewed focus on providing financial assistance and strengthening social safety nets in the […]

The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) is launching a Green Airport Initiative aimed at positioning the BVIAA as a leader in sustainable airport practices. During his recent budget address, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley highlighted the initiative’s goals of reducing carbon emissions […]

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) arrested two men who were reportedly found in possession of an illegal gun and ammunition during a routine patrol near Frenchman’s Cay on Thursday, November 14. Richard Baronville, 32, of Long Bush, and […]