Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has called on the United Kingdom to shift from direct control to partnership with the Virgin Islands, arguing that democracy in the territory should be strengthened through support, training and the transfer of key powers rather […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has pushed back against Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn’s criticism of the government’s support for the Uber Soca Cruise, insisting the event delivered clear cultural and economic benefits to the Virgin Islands. Walwyn was one of the […]

Communications and Works Minister Kye Rymer has expressed concern about the high cost of travelling between the BVI and Miami, saying the territory faces “a monopoly with American Airlines” on its only direct United States route. Speaking during bilateral meetings […]

The BVI has received an ‘F’ grade from Transparency International UK for failing to make its company ownership records meaningfully accessible, while fellow UK Overseas Territory Montserrat earned an ‘A’, emerging as the strongest performer in a new global transparency […]

Governor Daniel Pruce said rising crime in the Virgin Islands remained a serious concern as he presented new statistics showing steep increases in robberies, assaults and vehicle thefts, and confirmed that firearms continued to play a major role in violent […]

The Ministry of Health and Social Development has appointed Dr Natasha Frett to the Allied Health Professionals Council for a three-year term. The Ministry said her appointment as a member (medical practitioner) will run from September 15, 2025, to September […]

A local businessman is calling on Caribbean people to rethink the way they view local ownership, arguing that too many residents still treat foreign success as something to celebrate while reacting with surprise, and sometimes discomfort, when Caribbean people build […]

The BVI used the global stage at the recent COP30 climate conference in Brazil to urge international partners to invest in the territory’s Climate Change Trust Fund, calling it a crucial tool for protecting the territory’s environment and economy, and […]

Governor Daniel Pruce said the Auditor General is still examining the government’s controversial handling of funds linked to the failed Bank of Asia, confirming that the probe is active as political pressure mounts for answers about how public money was […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has once again highlighted the importance of in-person meetings with United Kingdom officials and overseas territory leaders, arguing that face-to-face engagement strengthens cooperation and delivers better outcomes for the territory. Speaking during a recent interview ahead […]