Carvin Malone, who served as president of the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) for 17 years, said citizens would vote against the territory seeking independence from the United Kingdom if a referendum is held. According to him, citizens of the British […]

By Davion Smith, BVI News Online Journalist While noting that he has been made aware of overcrowding and other problems such as indiscipline at Her Majesty’s Prison, recently installed governor Augustus Jaspert said he is ruling out no option to […]

In light of a tropical wave that ravaged sections of the territory this month, a billboard has been erected near the roundabout in Road Town encouraging unity among residents. “Be strong VI. We are stronger together,” the sign reads, stating […]

Cautious and unassuming. That’s how newly appointed governor Augustus Jaspert came across yesterday when members of the media had their first opportunity to meet and greet him, as well as to pose questions that would give a clearer understanding of […]

Minister responsible for ports Mark Vanterpool said cruise ships have resumed calls on the British Virgin Islands, adding that the companies are happy with the ‘quick’ recovery following widespread flooding and landslides caused by a tropical wave on August 7. […]

The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) said a weather system – Disturbance 1 – has been developing and people in the British Virgin Islands should watch it closely. “Residents are urged to monitor the Disturbance as it has the potential […]

Chief Medical Officer in the Ministry of Health Dr Ronald Georges said the authorities have received a number of complaints about a mosquito nuisance around Terrence B Lettsome International Airport, adding that steps are being taken to address the matter. […]

While appealing for residents to join in the fight against mosquitoes, Vector Control Manager Minchington Israel said his unit has doubled the number of trucks involved in fogging, adding that the aim is to ensure the entire territory is fogged. […]

The British Virgin Islands may have to expand its marine and border surveillance capability, said Commissioner of Police Michael Matthews. One of the areas in which he said expansion is necessary is CCTV coverage. “My ambition in the future is […]

A chaplain at Her Majesty’s Prison Walter Barrett has lamented that a number of young men in the territory have lost their way, adding that they are ending up in prison because they lack the benefit of positive role models. […]