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Dr Natalio Wheatley

Public input needed on revised VI Scholarship Programme Policy

The Ministry of Education is seeking the public’s input on the newly revised Virgin Islands Scholarship Programme Policy. The Scholarship Programme, which began more than 40 years ago, has been one of the main avenues through which the Virgin Islands […]

by / on February 7, 2022 at 11:36 AM /
The TB Lettsome International Airport remains closed since government has not yet reopened  the territory's borders. (BVI News photo)

BVIAA staff misses social security contributions for months, SFC hears

The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) has been unable to pay the Social Security Board (SSB) contributions of its staff for several months. This is according to the 2022 report on the House of Assembly’s (HOA) Standing Finance Committee (SFC) budget […]

by / on February 7, 2022 at 8:56 AM /
The Dr D Orlando Smith Hospital in Road Town

BVIHSA board to address operational issues this week

Health Minister Carvin Malone has promised to bring some measure of resolution to the ongoing saga at the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) when officials meet this week. In a response to the challenges being faced by the organisation, the […]

by / on February 7, 2022 at 8:34 AM /
Architectural designs of the new West End terminal on Tortola. Construction of the terminal is expected to begin in July 2022 and be completed by November 2023.

New WE Ferry Dock will be ‘organic and futuristic’! Works start July

With preliminary designs for the new West End Ferry Terminal completed, Virgin Islanders can expect to see the construction of what is described as an organic and futuristic building in the coming months. A German company, INROS Lackner SE, was […]

by / on February 7, 2022 at 8:22 AM /
Halls of Justice Project in final stage of development — Premier

Halls of Justice Project in final stage of development — Premier

Premier Andrew Fahie has said the Halls of Justice building project is in its final stage of development and more meetings are expected to happen for the project shortly. At a recent press conference, the Premier said he will be […]

by / on February 7, 2022 at 7:53 AM /
RVIPF Marks Safer Internet Day

RVIPF Marks Safer Internet Day

The following is a media release from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force is joining its counterparts worldwide in recognising Safer Internet Day by bringing awareness to the local fight to keep the […]

by / on February 7, 2022 at 6:34 AM /
Former Health Minister Carvin Malone

Conflicting reports! Health Minister says hospital nurses not on strike

Health Minister Carvin Malone has denied reports that nurses at the Dr D Orlando Smith Hospital in Road Town are staging a silent protest. BVI News understands that the nurses are from multiple units at the hospital and they have […]

by / on February 6, 2022 at 6:54 PM /
First phase of CGB Treatment Plant construction nears completion

First phase of CGB Treatment Plant construction nears completion

The construction works on the first phase of the new Wastewater Treatment Plant in Cane Garden Bay is nearing its completion. Project Manager in the Ministry of Transportation, Works and Utilities, Bernard Grant said the first phase included the demolition, […]

by / on February 4, 2022 at 3:17 PM /
BVHSA audit report reveals abuse of power, unauthorised pay raises

BVHSA audit report reveals abuse of power, unauthorised pay raises

The latest audit done at the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) alleges that salary increases and compensation payouts may have been given to certain BVIHSA staff without proper authority or compliance with established procedures. According to the preliminary audit report […]

by / on February 4, 2022 at 8:13 AM /
Fraser

‘I hold the people responsible’ — Fraser on government’s failings

Third District Representative Julian Fraser said he holds the public responsible for some of the issues that continue to remain unresolved under the present Virgin Islands Party (VIP) administration’s watch. While speaking at an Opposition press conference recently, Fraser said […]

by / on February 4, 2022 at 7:45 AM /