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We will be ready for snap elections, Penn insists

We will be ready for snap elections, Penn insists

Eighth District Representative and National Democratic Party (NDP) leader Marlon Penn has declared that his party is ready for a snap election if the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) government calls one. Speaking on the Talking Points radio programme, Penn said […]

by / on April 8, 2025 at 6:36 AM /
‘Indigenous Virgin Islanders’ deserve preferential treatment

‘Indigenous Virgin Islanders’ deserve preferential treatment

Outspoken clergyman and radio host Claude Skelton Cline has reignited a longstanding debate, saying certain high offices, opportunities, and privileges in the Virgin Islands should be reserved exclusively for those considered “indigenous Virgin Islanders.” Speaking on his Honestly Speaking radio […]

by / on April 8, 2025 at 6:35 AM /
Premier to meet with businesses to discuss US tariffs

Premier to meet with businesses to discuss US tariffs

The British Virgin Islands government has broken its silence on the recent wave of US-imposed tariffs, which have raised global concerns about an impending recession. In a statement issued on April 7, the government said it is “deeply concerned” about […]

by / on April 8, 2025 at 6:15 AM /
BVI should produce staple crops, says CTL Managing Director

BVI should produce staple crops, says CTL Managing Director

Managing Director of Clarence Thomas Limited (CTL), Michael Thomas, has called on the government to support local food production by investing in greenhouse farming for staple crops. In a recent interview on ZBVI radio, Thomas said the BVI should rely […]

by / on April 8, 2025 at 6:10 AM /
Walwyn warns govt: Get priorities in order!

Walwyn warns govt: Get priorities in order!

Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn has called on the government to urgently address food security in light of recent tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. In a recent message issued by the Opposition Leader, Walwyn highlighted that fines on Chinese-made […]

by / on April 8, 2025 at 6:08 AM /
Mandatory membership needed to provide taxi services at Beef Island Airport

Mandatory membership needed to provide taxi services at Beef Island Airport

The following is a media release from the BVI Airports Authority. The British Virgin Islands Airports Authority (the Authority) is notifying all taxi operators who intend to provide services at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport that they are to […]

by / on April 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM /
PHOTOS: 52nd BVI Spring Regatta

PHOTOS: 52nd BVI Spring Regatta

After three days of thrilling racing, the British Virgin Islands has officially concluded the 52nd edition of the BVI Spring Regatta which ran from April 4 to 6. The annual sailing event featured vessels from 15 countries competing for top […]

by / on April 7, 2025 at 1:05 PM /
Stop ‘badgering’ the Premier! Cline tells Walwyn

Stop ‘badgering’ the Premier! Cline tells Walwyn

Now that Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has assumed the role of Opposition Leader, Bishop John Cline believes the public should brace for what he describes as continued and “unbearable” badgering of Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley. Cline, a vocal critic […]

by / on April 7, 2025 at 6:46 AM /
Funding for Road Town facelift not confirmed

Funding for Road Town facelift not confirmed

The government has launched the Road Town Partnership (RTP), a new public-private initiative aimed at modernizing and maintaining the territory’s capital, but full funding for the project has not yet been finalized. According to Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley, RTP will […]

by / on April 7, 2025 at 6:30 AM /
Leaders call for national plan to tackle rising food costs

Leaders call for national plan to tackle rising food costs

Political leaders Ronnie Skelton and Marlon Penn are calling on the government to urgently adopt a national plan to address the rising cost of food as residents struggle to afford basic necessities. Skelton and Penn warned that without swift and […]

by / on April 7, 2025 at 6:25 AM /