The BVI Christian Council (BVICC) has formally objected to the government’s sponsorship of the Uber Soca Cruise event scheduled for today, November 18. The group described the event as “out of character” for the BVI while noting that it undermines […]
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‘Take your hands off the BVI’, protesters tell the UK
Protestors returned to the Governor’s residence on Friday, November 14, sending what they described as a strong message to the United Kingdom: take your hands off the Virgin Islands. The gathering, marking the second public demonstration last week, again centred […]
Governor denies racism, sexism claims in removing Vanterpool
Governor Daniel Pruce has rejected allegations that his decision to remove Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline Vanterpool and revert her to Deputy Commissioner was motivated by racism or sexism. In a video statement posted on his official social media page, […]
Rymer confirms airport expansion plans to a 7000-foot runway
Communications and Works Minister Kye Rymer has given official confirmation that the runway at Terrance B Lettsome International Airport will be expanded to 7,000 feet, following a review of the project’s business case. Speaking at a recent press briefing, Rymer […]
Premier to name constitutional negotiating team before year-end
The government will soon announce the members of its constitutional negotiation team as it prepares for formal talks with the United Kingdom, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said during a government press briefing. Dr Wheatley told reporters that the House of […]
BVI’s financial services get world-class nod in Legal 500 ranking
Twenty-one BVI law firms and 69 legal professionals have been recognised in the 2025 edition of The Legal 500 rankings (Caribbean category), a global benchmark for excellence in legal services. The Legal 500, founded in 1987, is widely regarded as one of […]
HMP head should be placed on leave after prison break — Rymer
Communications and Works Minister Kye Rymer has called for the Superintendent of His Majesty’s Prison (HMP) to be placed on leave as the territory investigates the recent escape of two dangerous inmates. Rymer urged that accountability was needed as authorities […]
Gov’t highlights $76M allocation to Education Ministry
The government has emphasised its $76.2 million allocation to the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports in the 2026 budget, saying the funds will continue the territory’s push to modernise schools, strengthen training for teachers and expand youth development […]
ROSAN: Stop complaining and start protesting!
Social commentator Cindy Rosan is urging residents to take to the streets to protest what she described as “bad governance” from both the United Kingdom and local elected leaders. Rosan made that appeal during a fiery Facebook Live session on […]
Governor snubbed NSC in controversial Vanterpool decision?
Governor Daniel Pruce has stood by his decision to return Acting Police Commissioner Jacqueline Vanterpool to her substantive post and hire a new interim acting Commissioner, saying there was no obligation to seek advice from the National Security Council (NSC) […]
