Deputy Premier Julian Fraser has given residents of Anegada strong assurances that land remains available for distribution and that the government is working steadily to put a proper system in place for fair allocation. Speaking on the Virgin Islands Voice […]

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has clarified his controversial call for Virgin Islanders to “rise up” against proposals to give the governor more powers over local law enforcement agencies, saying it was a call to defend the territory’s democratic rights, not […]

Junior Minister for Financial Services, Trade and Economic Development, Lorna Smith, has revealed that she has not been formally invited to rejoin the National Democratic Party (NDP). With Ronnie Skelton’s Progressive Virgin Islands Movement (PVIM) now having merged with the […]

First District Representative Dr Karl Dawson has stated that the global tariffs imposed by the United States may force the territory to start making serious investments in the agricultural sector. Dr Dawson, currently serving as parliamentary support for Agriculture and […]

Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development, Lorna Smith, has condemned the second volume of a UK-commissioned law enforcement review, describing it as “repugnant” and “xenophobic.” The 289-page report by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue […]

Virgin Gorda came alive with colour, culture, and celebration on Easter Monday, April 21, as the island hosted its annual parade during the 2025 Virgin Gorda Easter Festival. The parade got underway around noon with a vibrant procession that began […]

Amid concerns from ferry operators that direct flights from the United States to the BVI are affecting their business, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has again urged the industry to adapt to the changing travel landscape. Ferry services have traditionally relied […]

A call has been made for the health authorities to test fish caught in BVI waters for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a group of harmful chemicals to human health. PFAS is a global problem that enters waterways through industrial sources, […]

Deputy Premier Julian Fraser has thrown his support behind the idea of introducing preclearance for ferry passengers traveling between the Virgin Islands and the United States Virgin Islands (USVI), saying the move could improve the overall travel experience and boost […]

Junior Minister for Tourism Luce Hodge Smith has called on all residents and businesses across the Virgin Islands to take responsibility for keeping their surroundings clean and attractive, saying this would benefit both tourism and public health. Speaking at the […]