The BVI is facing mounting pressure from UK Members of Parliament (MPs) over their proposed framework for a public register of company ownership. According to a report in the UK Guardian, British MPs have accused the territory of attempting to […]

The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) has announced that all taxi operators wishing to continue working at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island must join the designated Airport Taxi Association by February 17. According to BVIAA Corporate Administrator […]

The government recently launched the Standard Integrated Government Tax Administration System (SIGTAS) 3.0 to modernise tax collection, but technical issues during the rollout have caused frustration among residents and businesses. SIGTAS 3.0 was designed to automate tax processes, including e-registration, […]

Auditor General Sonia Webster said her office had not received any financial statements beyond 2018, leaving a gap in financial reporting and accountability. Webster, who appeared before the Standing Finance Committee (SFC) late last year, said her office had requested […]

The Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies is grappling with significantly low student enrolment, with fewer than 70 students currently enrolled, officials have told the Standing Finance Committee (SFC). This issue was raised during the SFC’s meeting late last year, […]

The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) has announced the temporary closure of Auguste George Airport in Anegada to facilitate maintenance work. Managing Director Kurt Menal stated that the closure is necessary to repair the airport’s fire appliance, which is critical for […]

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has issued a public warning against the distribution of child pornography following reports of a video involving high school students being circulated on social media. Chief Inspector Kenrick Davis cautioned that anyone convicted […]

Four of the six men charged in connection with the 2021 murder of Catherine Pickering have pleaded guilty to firearm and robbery charges, while the remaining two continue to face murder charges. Sentencing for the four is scheduled for February […]

Smith’s Ferry Services has introduced a new vessel, I Legend, increasing its fleet to two. During a ceremonial launch on Sunday, February 2, Marjorie Smith, President of the company, highlighted that the vessel was named in honor of her father, the […]

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has announced a new strategy to tackle crime in 2025 following reports of a 12 percent increase in criminal activity across the territory. The RVIPF stated that they are adopting a bold and […]