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Dr. Robert Mathavious, OBE.

Financial Services Institute to be renamed in Dr Mathavious’ honour

The H Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) has designated an area on its main campus in Paraquita Bay for the construction of a new Financial Service Institute which will be renamed in honour of financial services stalwart, Dr Robert Mathavious, […]

by / on November 17, 2021 at 6:15 AM /
Scam Alert written on multiple road sign

Tips to stymie scammers amid target on BVI residents

Amid reports about scamming activities happening in the BVI, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has released some tips on how to reduce the risk of falling victim to scams. First thing’s first, immediately terminate the call if you […]

by / on November 17, 2021 at 6:10 AM /
The SSM funded the COVID-19 Economic Stimulus Grant Programme  disbursed by the Premier's Office.

NHI going back to Labour Ministry for 2022

Premier Andrew Fahie has disclosed that the National Health Insurance (NHI) portfolio will once again be reassigned to the Ministry of Natural Resources, Labour & Immigration. NHI was first reassigned to that Ministry back in 2020 to allow the Ministry […]

by / on November 17, 2021 at 6:03 AM /
Prisoner officer and cop say they’re not guilty

Prisoner officer and cop say they’re not guilty

Sharlene Maduro and Kareena Brea, one of the prison officers and the police officer charged with breach of trust in relation to the fatal prison stabbing of 29-year-old Nichail Chambers, pleaded not guilty when they appeared in the Magistrate Court […]

by / on November 16, 2021 at 1:23 PM /
VINO's owner and House of Assembly Speaker, Julian Willock

Speaker says governor threatening to dip into Consolidated Fund

House Speaker Julian Willock has alleged that Governor John Rankin has threatened to dip into the territory’s consolidated fund if he is not given independent legal support — paid for by the government — when he appears before the Commission […]

by / on November 16, 2021 at 1:20 PM /
‘Stop videoing and taking photos! Call for help’, residents told

‘Stop videoing and taking photos! Call for help’, residents told

Residents and partygoers are being told to desist from standing by to video accidents and emergencies rather than contacting officials for help. Chief Fire Officer made this request during a recent interview with BVI News ahead of the upcoming festive […]

by / on November 16, 2021 at 9:32 AM /
Speaker Julian Willock

High Court judge’s ruling on payment was flawed — Willock

After a brief hiatus, Speaker of the House of Assembly, Julian Willock, has decided to once again speak publicly on the matter of his now aborted injunction before the High Court.  Appearing on the Umoja radio show yesterday November 15, […]

by / on November 16, 2021 at 8:24 AM /
Her Majesty's Customs is one of the local law enforcement agencies providing enhanced border patrols as the territory closes its ports of entry because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Charter vessel seized after being operated without license or permits

Commissioner of Her Majesty’s Customs, Wade Smith, said a charter vessel was recently seized after its operator knowingly lacked the necessary charter requirements. Speaking during an interview with ZBVI radio, Smith said Customs officers met last week with a number […]

by / on November 16, 2021 at 8:18 AM /
‘Massive increase’ in local fish and meats, says supermarket owner

‘Massive increase’ in local fish and meats, says supermarket owner

One supermarket owner in the territory has confirmed a massive increase in the production and sale of local seafood and meat products in the territory since the start of the pandemic. The owner and operator of Bobby’s Supermarket, Elton Leonard, […]

by / on November 16, 2021 at 7:55 AM /
Sewerage issue at Road Reef Marina fixed

Sewerage issue at Road Reef Marina fixed

It appears the Ministry of Works & Utilities is finally addressing the longstanding sewerage issue at the entrance of Road Reef Marina that has been plaguing residents and businesses in the area. Mark Sanders, the Base Manager of TMM Yacht […]

by / on November 16, 2021 at 7:04 AM /