Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley outlined his vision for the Virgin Islands’ financial services industry in a statement late last week, promising resilience and innovation to propel the sector forward. Dr Wheatley’s message comes days after he took on direct responsibility […]
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Governor halts recruitment process for new top cop
Governor Daniel Pruce announced on Thursday, October 31, that he has terminated the recruitment process for a new Commissioner of Police (CoP) who was initially set to take office on November 30. The recruitment, which began earlier this year, was […]
Premier not interested in democracy — Skelton
Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton has criticised Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley and his government for walking out of the House of Assembly to avoid debating a motion of no confidence. Skelton described this action as “unfortunate” and a “bad sign for […]
Walwyn troubled by government’s HOA walkout
Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has voiced serious concerns about democracy in the BVI following a recent walkout by government members during a House of Assembly (HOA) session. In an interview with ZBVI Radio, Walwyn highlighted the government’s actions as […]
Premier’s Office nears $1M in consultancies — Walwyn
Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has raised concerns about consultancy expenses in the Premier’s Office, saying that costs are nearing $1 million this year. Speaking in the House of Assembly yesterday, Walwyn questioned the purpose and necessity of these expenses, […]
Culture & Tourism Month begins! Lobster Fest in the line-up
Junior Minister of Tourism Luce Hodge-Smith has officially launched Culture and Tourism Month 2024, spotlighting the Territory’s rich heritage and featuring the highly anticipated Anegada Lobster Fest—a marquee event on the Virgin Islands’ tourism calendar this November. “This month is […]
Gov’t signs largest-ever $100M public loan for key projects
The government has officially signed an agreement for the largest public loan in BVI history—a $100 million loan facilitated by FirstCaribbean International Bank (CIBC). On Thursday, October 31, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. Natalio Wheatley signed the loan agreement […]
Government walks out on no-confidence vote
The government staged a walkout from the House of Assembly (HOA) last night, just ahead of the Opposition’s planned no-confidence vote. Just before midnight, the House was about to resume following a short recess when government members, including Premier Dr […]
BVI sees nearly 10% rise in overall visitor arrivals
Overall visitor arrivals up to the third quarter of this year showed a slight increase of roughly 10 percent compared to the same period in 2023. According to the government’s latest tourism summary for the Virgin Islands in 2024, the […]
Blatant Waste! Smith slams Premier’s 8-member London delegation
Territorial At-Large Representative Lorna Smith has slammed the government’s plans to send an eight-member delegation to London, calling it a “blatant waste” of public resources. The trip, scheduled as a two-day meeting, has drawn ire from Smith, who questioned the […]
