Deputy Premier Lorna Smith was embarrassed at the level of red tape in the government, arguing that she may have been naive in hoping for more progress when she first entered office. While discussing the condition of the territory in […]

Residents should allow the government to complete its manifesto promises over its entire term before deciding on a passing grade. Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley told lawmakers that his government has four years to complete its task and said he should […]

Cultural icon and former lawmaker, Eileene Parsons, has described a move by authorities to change the territory’s national dress as an asinine and foolish decision. Parsons argued that much thought and effort had been put into the cultural wear over […]

Despite increasing complaints and criticisms from opposition members and critics of his government, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has insisted that the BVI’s economy is doing well and heading in the right direction. “Watch me, in fact, the slogan right now […]

One lawmaker said the now-disbanded petty contract system has become like a bad word, even though it once served as a critical engine for the local economy. The Commission of Inquiry (COI) found significant issues with the petty contract system, […]

Communications and Works Minister Kye Rymer has defended the delegation that is currently in Florida representing the BVI at Seatrade Cruise Global 2024, saying they are getting the chance to sell the territory’s cruise tourism product and have important conversations […]

The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has successfully built the Virgin Islands Law Enforcement marine base in Road Reef, Tortola. The marine base — funded by the BVI government and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office — […]

Local attorney Daniel Davies suggested that poor optics led to the criticism aimed at Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Tiffany Scatliffe-Esprit and has indicated that she has been receiving unfair criticism over what appears to be a bad record before […]

Deputy Premier Lorna Smith has strongly criticised the inefficiency within the government that has resulted in some workers not being paid, emphasising the need for public servants to fulfil their responsibilities as the territory aims to enhance its visual appeal. […]

RoadTown Wholesale which operate RiteWay food stores in the territory has communicated to its staff that starting May 1, all employees will be subject to enhanced security checks upon exiting the company’s premises, including buildings, stores, and warehouses. The company […]