A male was injured in a shooting that occurred in the Long Bush area just before 1 pm today, Friday, November 8. The identity of the gunshot victim has not been disclosed, and he was taken to Dr Orlando Smith […]
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BVI Swimming Federation announces return to regional competitive swimming
The following is a media release from theBVI Swimming Federation. The British Virgin Islands Swimming Federation is thrilled to announce its return to regional competitive swimming. A talented group of young swimmers, both locally and overseas-based, has been selected to […]
Premier outsmarted the Opposition in Cabinet shuffle — Skelton Cline
Commentator and clergyman Claude Skelton Cline said he believes Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley outmanoeuvred the political Opposition in a recent Cabinet shuffle. Skelton Cline, speaking on his radio show “Honestly Speaking,” explained that the Premier’s decision was a proactive response […]
Final decision on lifting Order in Council deferred to next year
UK Overseas Territories (OT) Minister Stephen Doughty announced that the process to lift the Order in Council, which threatens to suspend the BVI’s constitution and impose direct UK rule, might be completed early next year. In an address posted on […]
Tech expert warns of ‘sextortion’ dangers facing BVI’s children
A leading tech expert has sounded the alarm on the increasing risks of ‘sextortion’ targeting young people in the Virgin Islands, a growing issue that has psychological and sociological consequences. The warning came from Stevez Gomes, a cyber security consultant […]
BVIEC to introduce payment kiosks soon
The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) will soon be launching payment kiosks to provide customers with a more convenient way to manage their bills. According to BVIEC General Manager Neil Smith, the kiosks will be stationed at secure and accessible locations […]
Premier’s Office outlines funding limitations ahead budget address
Ahead of the Premier’s upcoming 2025 fiscal budget presentation, Permanent Secretary in the Premier’s Office, Carolyn Stoutt-Igwe, acknowledged challenges in securing sufficient funds for ministry allocations. In a statement on Thursday, November 7, Stoutt-Igwe explained that ministry budgets are determined […]
Thin-skinned leader? Turnbull says gov’t ministers fear being fired
Second District Representative Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull has accused the government of being thin-skinned and suggested that ministers are apprehensive about voicing their opinions due to fear of dismissal. Turnbull raised concerns about the government’s sensitivity to criticism while highlighting the […]
Was Lorna Smith offered Junior Minister post after firing?
Commentator Claude Skelton Cline has alleged that former Deputy Premier Lorna Smith turned down an offer to become a junior minister after her recent dismissal as Labour and Financial Services Minister. Speaking on his talk show, “Honestly Speaking,” Skelton Cline […]
Premier explains RATED programme payment delays
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has addressed payment delays affecting the government’s Registration Apprenticeship Training Employment and Development (RATED) programme, attributing them to budgeting challenges. Speaking in the House of Assembly recently, Dr Wheatley explained that funds allocated for 2024 were […]
