Government has implemented special measures for work permit holders whose entry permit into the British Virgin Islands expired while trapped abroad because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Immigration Minister Vincent Wheatley made that statement during Thursday’s sitting of the House of […]
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BVIEC and local cable company resolve pole-sharing dispute
The dispute between BVI Cable TV and the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) about the two companies utility pole-sharing agreement has now come to an end. A media release from the Office of the Premier said the two parties came to […]
No pomp and parade this year | Queen’s birthday celebration to be observed with private ceremony
The British Virgin Islands will not host its annual parade to mark Queen Elizabeth ІІ’s birthday this year. Instead of the usual parade, which has been cancelled because of the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be a private ceremony held at […]
Carnel Clyne resigns as Festival Committee Chairman
Carnel Clyne has resigned as the Chairman of the Virgin Islands Festival & Fairs Committee. Culture Minister Dr Natalio Wheatley said he received Clyne’s resignation ‘not too long ago’, which he (Wheatley) accepted “reluctantly”. “Mr Clyne made mention of unforeseen […]
Constitutional Review Commission being established
Pending approval from the House of Assembly, a Constitutional Review Commission is slated to be implemented to commence a ‘full review’ of the Virgin Islands Constitution. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Thursday, June 11, Premier Andrew Fahie said […]
Kelvin Hodge appointed BVIPA Chairman
Kelvin Hodge has been appointed as the new Chairman of the BVI Ports Authority. Announcing in the appointment in the House of Assembly on Thursday, Premier Andrew Fahie said Hodge will serve in the post for three years, effective May […]
Smoking in shared private spaces and the law | RVIPF’s limits to act
Smoking in public places is illegal, but what provisions are there in the law for those smoking in shared private domiciles where second-hand smoke directly affects a non-consenting party? According to Acting Sergeant of Police Nicholas Tranquille, there is no […]
Gov’t targets over 300 illegal bikes for licensing | Stiffer motorcycle penalties to come
The Ministry of Transportation is seeking to license 300 or more illegal bikes this month and will also be reviewing the existing penalties for motorcycle-related offences in the territory. Transportation Minister Kye Rymer made those announcements during an online forum […]
RDA targets new magistrate’s court, restoration of water infrastructure in Long Bush, Lower Estate
The Recovery & Development Agency (RDA) under the stewardship of Acting CEO Anthony McMaster is moving swiftly ahead with executing approximately $40 million worth of government projects, with two more contracts scheduled to be signed Thursday, June 11. Speaking to […]
Dr Robert Mathavious retiring as head of FSC after almost 20 years
Managing Director and CEO of the BVI Financial Services Commission (FSC) Dr Robert Mathavious will be stepping down from the post at the end of the year. Chairman of the FSC’s board of commissioners, Robin Gaul gave that confirmation in […]
