Account holders with 1FirstBank in the British Virgin Islands are facing a major financial issue as many report that their account balances have disappeared. This problem, which was flagged on Tuesday, October 22, appears to be widespread, impacting both personal […]
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Robotics programme being expanded to primary school
Minister of Education Sharie deCastro announced on Friday, October 18, that her ministry will expand its robotics programme to primary schools next year. Speaking in the House of Assembly (HOA), deCastro emphasised the importance of integrating robotics and technology into […]
BVIHSA CEO vacancy unfilled for over a year
Concerns have been raised in the House of Assembly over the unfilled Chief Executive Officer (CEO) position at the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA), which has remained vacant for more than a year. Health Minister Vincent Wheatley provided an update […]
Shocking! Penn suggests roadworks could cost $100M
Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn has expressed shock over what he estimated was the actual cost of the government’s proposed 38 miles of road construction project. The proposed 38-mile road construction project sparked concern over its potential cost after Penn […]
Premier optimistic over BVI’s border security measures
As the BVI continues to face challenges related to illegal fishing and smuggling operations, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley expressed optimism about the territory’s efforts to enhance border security. Second District Representative Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull asked the Premier during a recent […]
Governor hosts VIcons during inaugural awards ceremony
Governor Daniel Pruce hosted the inaugural training ceremony for VIcons on Friday, October 18, at Government House. During the evening’s award ceremony, 34 individuals received certificates of completion after participating in a six-to-seven month programme that offered both theoretical and […]
CGB and EE/LL community centres get revamped
Two key community centres — in East End/Long Look (EE/LL) and in Cane Garden Bay (CGB) — have been fully restored and reopened, representing a critical step in the government’s ongoing efforts to rebuild public spaces damaged by the 2017 […]
Endless chatter! Mitch slams ’no plan’ Premier
Second District Representative Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull has accused Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley of being all talk and insists that the Premier has no concrete plans to support his rhetoric. Turnbull’s comments were made during a press conference hosted by the […]
“Volatile relationship!” CCT explains split with Heritage and Tola Radio
The following is a media release from local telecoms provider, CCT. Caribbean Cellular Telephone Limited (CCT) wishes to clarify recent discussions in the public domain concerning the termination of our service exchange agreement with Mr. Floyd “Heritage” Burnett and Tola […]
VG Ad Hoc Committee petitions governor for help on healthcare
The Ad Hoc Committee for the Urgent Enhancement of Virgin Gorda Healthcare has reached out to Governor Daniel Pruce amid ongoing public frustration with healthcare services on the sister island. On Thursday, October 17, the committee, formed by concerned Virgin […]
