A man and a woman found with an illegal firearm and ammunition in Road Town on November 3 were granted bail when they appeared in the Magistrate Court today. Lynette Summersill, a 56-year-old Guyanese cook, pleaded not guilty to the […]
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Calls for Speaker’s resignation ahead of another planned protest
A demand is being put forward by dissatisfied members of the BVI public for government appointee Julian Willock to resign as Speaker of the House of Assembly (HOA). This demand has been written on a poster being circulated on social […]
BVI builds damage assessment capacity with new UNDP deal
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has agreed to build upon an existing partnership with the government to develop ‘house and building damage assessments’ that will help to strengthen the territory’s ability to perform this critical function after a natural […]
BVIPA reaches out to industry stakeholders to boost operations
The BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA) has implemented an outreach programme to strengthen the partnership between the Ports and its stakeholders while also facilitating economic growth in the territory. BVIPA senior management officials had a series of meetings with relevant stakeholders […]
Funds likely in this week’s budget for education fixes — Dr Wheatley
Funds are likely forthcoming for much-needed fixes for the education sector when the government presents its much-anticipated budget later this week. Education Minister and Deputy Premier, Dr Natalio Wheatley, gave that indication last week during a debate in the House […]
I want a BVI of no lawlessness — Flax-Charles
Territorial At-Large Representative and Junior Trade Minister, Shereen Flax-Charles, has expressed aspirations for a BVI society where no lawlessness exists. Her remarks came during a debate in the House of Assembly (HOA) for a motion to establish a select committee […]
Daycare centres warned as Hand, Foot, Mouth Disease cases climb
Local daycare centres are being urged to “adhere to proper hygiene and sanitation practices” not only because of COVID-19 but because of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is currently affecting the territory. National Epidemiologist Harmonie Massiah said there have been […]
Police sergeant granted bail for unlawful possession of ammunition
The police sergeant arrested last week for breach of trust and unlawful possession of ammunition has been granted bail. Sergeant Lenroy Samuels’ received bail on Monday (November 8) in the Magistrate’s Court where he was granted bail after pleading not […]
Wheatley on Willock court ruling: ‘Not everything in law is objective’
Deputy Premier, Dr Natalio Wheatley, has argued that everything is not objective in law and suggested that allowances should be made for differences of opinion on court judgments. At the time, Dr Wheatley was arguing in support of a motion […]
All smiles for Pier Park operators as cruise visitors flock stores
It was all smiles for store operators at the Cyril B Romney Tortola Pier Park last Wednesday as passengers from the Mein Schiff 2 cruise ship were seen exploring the shops and purchasing souvenirs before returning to the ship. The cruise […]
