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Myron Walwyn.

BVI needs a COVID czar | Is gov’t aware of damage being caused?

Former legislator and chairman of the National Democratic Party (NDP) Myron Walwyn, has said he believes the government should hire a COVID-19 czar which will allow for better monitoring and management of daily operations in the territory. A czar (also […]

by / on January 15, 2021 at 3:03 PM /
Woman arrested after hitting ex with hammer

Woman arrested after hitting ex with hammer

BVI News understands that a woman who resides at a Long Bush address was this week arrested and charged after hitting her ex-boyfriend with a hammer. Reports are that the two ended their relationship months ago but the victim allowed […]

by / on January 15, 2021 at 2:17 PM /
GIS -- the official communication engine of the BVI government -- is responsible for managing the Government of the Virgin Islands website.

Governor’s Office allegedly gets reduced access to gov’t website

Highly placed sources have informed BVI News that the Office of the Governor has been having challenges communicating with the public because it has allegedly been limited in accessing the services of the Government Information Service (GIS). GIS — the […]

by / on January 15, 2021 at 7:59 AM /
Vincent Wheatley

New work permit system to go fully online before month end

After approximately 20 months since the soft launch for the prototype of the new work permit online system, the ‘all-clear’ has been given and the system is expected to be fully operational before the end of this month. Minister for Labour & […]

by / on January 15, 2021 at 7:45 AM /
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley

Classroom cameras to be installed to assist with hybrid learning

Cameras in physical classrooms could soon become a new addition in public schools across the territory. The installation of these devices in the classroom is projected to enhance the hybrid learning experience in instances where complete in-person teaching cannot be […]

by / on January 15, 2021 at 7:30 AM /
Not the scene of the accident or the exact bicycle involved in the reported collision.

Hit-and-run? Bicycle rider gets head injuries after crash with scooter

A bicycle rider has suffered head injuries following a collision with a scooter rider last weekend. The collision reportedly happened along Sir Francis Drake’s Highway near to the C&D Supermarket. It is reported that the bicycle rider was heading towards […]

by / on January 15, 2021 at 6:27 AM /
Governor designate for the BVI, John Rankin

New governor John Rankin arrives in BVI

Governor designate, John Rankin arrived in the territory Thursday evening, January 14. Governor Rankin will be sworn in as the 15th Governor of the Virgin Islands after completing the required 14-day quarantine. Upon the announcement of his appointment last year, […]

by / on January 14, 2021 at 9:42 PM /
Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, Dame Janice Pereira

BVI, other EC Supreme Court members should consider Judge-Alone Criminal Trials

Stating the British Virgin Islands and other member states should consider Judge-Alone Criminal Trials, Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court Dame Janice Pereira has warned members to become fully proficient in Information Communications Technology (ICT) or they will […]

by / on January 14, 2021 at 2:33 PM /
Governor Jaspert

Disaster Management Bill rides to Governor’s Office for assent

The House of Assembly met briefly yesterday January 13 and passed the Disaster Management Act (2021), which essentially means the approved bill will be moving to the Governor’s Office for assent. All eyes will be on the Governor’s Office once […]

by / on January 14, 2021 at 12:35 PM /
Mandatory 4-day quarantine period will need to be revisited!

Mandatory 4-day quarantine period will need to be revisited!

Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr Ronald Georges has said the territory’s mandatory four-day quarantine period for arriving passengers might have to be revisited since a growing number of flaws were detected with this safety protocol, as seen in the most […]

by / on January 14, 2021 at 7:52 AM /