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National Tourism Policy to be finalised by June 2025

National Tourism Policy to be finalised by June 2025

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has indicated that his government is expected to finalise its long-awaited National Tourism Policy by June 2025. Speaking at a recent press conference, Dr Wheatley confirmed that consultations will be conducted on each of the major […]

by / on March 19, 2025 at 7:02 AM /
UPDATE: Missing man found!

UPDATE: Missing man found!

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has indicated that 51-year-old Carrot Bay resident, Melvin Donovan who was reported missing has been found. “We are in the progress of returning him to his family. The RVIPF would like to thank […]

by / on March 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM /
No regrets! Premier hails successful Vybz Kartel show

No regrets! Premier hails successful Vybz Kartel show

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has declared the Vybz Kartel concert a resounding success, dismissing objections over the government’s $220,000 investment in the event.  In an interview with ZBVI radio, Dr Wheatley said the concert achieved its primary objective—boosting tourism and […]

by / on March 18, 2025 at 7:23 AM /
Sister island roads and facilities to be improved — Premier

Sister island roads and facilities to be improved — Premier

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said in a recent interview that the government has committed to addressing long-standing infrastructure and environmental issues affecting the sister islands. Speaking on JTV, Dr Wheatley outlined his administration’s efforts to improve conditions in Virgin Gorda, […]

by / on March 18, 2025 at 7:09 AM /
RVIPF investigating weekend incidents, including armed robbery

RVIPF investigating weekend incidents, including armed robbery

Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline Vanterpool has announced that the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is investigating a series of incidents that occurred over the weekend. The RVIPF confirmed that an armed robbery took place along Ridge Road in […]

by / on March 18, 2025 at 7:04 AM /
BVI must strike balance between tourists and infrastructure

BVI must strike balance between tourists and infrastructure

Director of the BVI Tourist Board, Clive McCoy, said the BVI must balance growing tourism numbers with infrastructure capacity to ensure visitors receive the quality experience the territory advertises.  Speaking on ZBVI radio this week, McCoy said discussions at national […]

by / on March 18, 2025 at 7:01 AM /
BVI to participate in Caribe Wave earthquake and tsunami simulation

BVI to participate in Caribe Wave earthquake and tsunami simulation

The Virgin Islands is set to take part in the Caribe Wave simulation exercise for earthquake and tsunami response, following a 7.6-magnitude earthquake near Honduras last month. The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) announced on Monday that the exercise, scheduled […]

by / on March 18, 2025 at 6:57 AM /
Teen charged in Virgin Gorda stabbing incident

Teen charged in Virgin Gorda stabbing incident

A 17-year-old male from Virgin Gorda has been charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm following a stabbing incident over the weekend. According to a press release from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), the stabbing occurred around 7 […]

by / on March 17, 2025 at 8:46 PM /
BVIFA launches new coach training programme

BVIFA launches new coach training programme

Technical Director of the BVI Football Association (BVIFA), Paul Decle, has launched a new coach training programme aimed at strengthening football development in the territory. One week after announcing the initiative at a press conference on Friday, March 7, the […]

by / on March 17, 2025 at 8:05 AM /
Gov’t taking steps to change BVIHSA fee structure

Gov’t taking steps to change BVIHSA fee structure

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has indicated that the government is moving to change the fee structure at the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) to improve its financial health and service delivery. Speaking on the Talking Points radio programme, Dr Wheatley […]

by / on March 17, 2025 at 7:50 AM /