The British Virgin Islands Chamber of Commerce & Hotel Association’s (BVICCHA) said it could contribute a lot to discussions on the BVI’s reopening protocols but said government has not invited them to participate in any such discussions. Earlier in October, […]
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Sustainable farming the way forward for BVI, says local farmer
By Kamal Haynes, BVI News Staff A local farmer is calling for the government to heavily invest in sustainable farming as he believes it is the solution to solving some of the existing issues in the territory. Referred to as […]
Local school poised to have the first net-billing metering system in BVI
The Bregado Flax Educational Centre could become the first structure in the territory to possess a Net Billing Metering System once they pass an upcoming inspection to be conducted by the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC). A net metering system can […]
Rider dies in Sunday morning crash on VG
An unidentified male has died following a traffic accident on Virgin Gorda Sunday morning. Police said he is the casualty of a lone scooter accident on the sister island. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has not given any details […]
$$ earned from registering companies dips by 15%
The BVI’s earnings from registering corporations in the territory dropped to $168.9 million in 2020. This amount is $29.8 million or 15 percent lower than what was earned in 2019. As an offshore financial centre, registering international corporations is one […]
Gov’t attracting investors by offering residency
As the government continues to find innovative ways to keep economic activity flowing in the British Virgin Islands, Premier Andrew Fahie has announced plans to develop an Invest-and-Stay programme. The Premier said the programme will attract potential investors from all […]
BVI not corrupt! Premier calls for retraction of ‘irresponsible’ claim
Labelling claims that the BVI is corrupt as an “irresponsible” assertion, Premier Andrew Fahie has called for a retraction of such statements. Following the recent $250 million drug seizure that has implicated a local police officer, claims of corruption being present […]
BVIPA workers will return to regular pay as of December
Daily-paid BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA) workers who had their job hours cut six months ago due to COVID-19, will have their wages restored to its original level as of December. Premier Andrew Fahie made this announcement during his 2021 budget […]
Proposals submitted for solar farms in Cox Heath on Tortola
The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) is currently assessing the feasibility of two proposals submitted by private developers wishing to construct solar panel farms in the Cox Heath area. Premier Andrew Fahie announced this news during his 2021 budget presentation on […]
Mega-ship pier and luxury hotel to be constructed at Pier Park
Two major development projects to include a mega-ship pier and a luxury hotel will be constructed at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park. This according to Premier Andrew Fahie who said the BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA) is adapting to […]
