The Communications and Works Ministry is expected to receive roughly $74.9 million dollars to fund a variety of infrastructural development projects set out in the 2024 budget. This amounts to 15.92% of the total budget, and Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley […]

Minister for Health & Social Development Vincent Wheatley has stated that his ministry was given the largest share of the 2024 budget because its work caters for individuals “from the cradle to the grave.” The Ministry of Health and Social […]

BVI News understands that a 22-year-old man was recently arrested and jailed after physically assaulting his girlfriend who is also the mother of his child. It’s understood that the couple has been in a longstanding, abusive relationship. On the night […]

Cultural icon and former lawmaker, Eileene Parsons, said she does not believe the $382 million budget presented by Premier Dr Natalio Wheatly contained enough money for culture. Commenting on the budget address recently, Parsons stated: “I thought it was very […]

Commissioner Mark Collins along with the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has invited the public to join a memorial service in honour of the late Detective Sergeant Paul France who tragically lost his life in the line of duty on […]

The Anegada Lobster Festival (ALF) 2023 was a resounding success, further solidifying its position as one of the Caribbean’s most anticipated culinary events. Coupled with Anegada’s vibrant atmosphere and diverse attractions, the BVI Tourist Board’s (BVITB) commitment to showcasing the […]

Despite cries that unemployment is increasing across the territory, figures from the 2024 budget show that employment has seen a slight increase over what the territory saw in 2022. While presenting the territory’s budget for next year, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley […]

The European Union (EU) is providing €19 million (approximately $20.8 million) to enhance the resilience and sustainability of food systems in the Caribbean, promoting food and nutrition security, particularly for groups in vulnerable situations. The funds are being provided under […]

Figures from the 2024 budget show that the BVI’s tourism sector is making a stellar comeback, and is already outperforming global projections for the travel industry. While presenting the 2024 national budget this week, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said the […]

The Waste Management Department has revealed that it has received the vital parts for the Pockwood Pond incinerator as the territory works to bring this essential machinery back online. Director of the Waste Management Department Marcus Solomon said transfer arms […]