In an increasingly dangerous and insecure world, safe travel destinations carry a value that ‘is worth their weight in gold’. Safety adds value to any tourism brand. In a recent article on safe destinations, a travel blog and traveler magazine described the Virgin Islands – British – as exceedingly safe for travelers. In […]
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Royal Knights and Under the Tree draw first blood in 2020 T20 cricket competition
Defending Champions Royal Knights and newcomers Under the Tree 1st XI, started off the 2020 Ralph T O’Neal T20 Cricket competition on a winning note with high scoring fixtures on the opening weekend. Playing in the second match of the double […]
Shawn Henry suing for false imprisonment and malicious prosecution
Shawn Henry, the police officer who was acquitted of charges related to criminal wrongdoing while he was on active duty, has filed a civil claim against the Attorney General and Commissioner of Police. The form, which was obtained by BVI News, was filed on October […]
Gov’t to implement code of conduct laws for public officials
Government has announced plans to implement a number of measures and legislations in the British Virgin Islands which is geared towards solidifying good governance in the territory. Premier Andrew Fahie in a recent statement said he is delivering on his […]
Police officer suing commissioner for not promoting him
A member of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) attached to the East End Police Station has filed a civil lawsuit against the Commissioner of Police Michael Matthews for, among other things, not promoting him to the rank of sergeant. The claim was filed […]
Gen-Y Factor auditions kick off next month; $10K prize this year
The fourth annual Gen-Y Factor Singing Competition is scheduled to begin auditions next month, and will see the 2020 winner copping an increased grand prize of $10,000. A media release from the Department of Youth Affairs & Sports in the Ministry of Education and […]
BVI can save roughly $80M over 5 years if residents, businesses adopt greener practices
Government has said the territory could save approximately $80 million by 2025 if residents and businesses begin to adopt Green and SMART technology and practices. Premier Andrew Fahie said those funds would be saved through major reductions in the territory’s fossil fuel consumption. He said the territory’s estimated fossil fuel consumption stands at 1 million gallons per […]
Police were searching for gun when they allegedly found drugs, court hears
When police accosted West End residents Caroline Hodge-Clarke and D’Janne Varlark in a traffic stop back 2018, they were searching for a firearm. This is according to police Inspector Durville Carty who, at the time, was testifying at the start of the trial for the two women at […]
Controversial Computer Misuse & Cybercrime Act now law
The controversial Computer Misuse & Cybercrime (Amendment) Act of 2019 is now in effect in the British Virgin Islands after being assented by Governor Augustus Jaspert on Wednesday, February 12. Governor Jaspert said strong consideration was given to the legislation’s provisions before deciding […]
New BVI Now app launched | Promises to put BVI above the competition
A new mobile application that allows visitors and residents to find places to stay, dine, shop or relax has been launched in the British Virgin Islands. The app, which is called BVI Now, allows users to access the information without the need of an internet […]
