A male has died in a boating incident near Saba Rock, Virgin Gorda, in the late hours of Friday, November 22. The identity of the deceased has not been disclosed. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed that […]
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Can the BVI attract 2 million tourists next year?
The BVI could soon see a surge in tourism, with Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley outlining an ambitious goal to attract two million visitors in 2025. Addressing the House of Assembly on a recent Schedule of Additional Provisions (SAP), Premier Wheatley […]
LIAT returns with special airfare in BVI
Travellers in the BVI will soon have more options for regional travel, as LIAT 2020 enters the market, offering a special $99 one-way fare for its inaugural flight. The service will launch from Beef Island on November 29, just in […]
Recent rains delayed roadworks that caused traffic disruptions
Minister for Communication and Works, Kye Rymer, has attributed the delay in ongoing roadworks to adverse weather conditions, particularly the recent heavy rains, which have affected scheduling and progress. Speaking on ZBVI radio, Rymer responded to public criticism following severe […]
Climate resilience, illicit finance on JMC agenda
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has outlined some of the BVI’s key priorities for the Joint Ministerial Council (JMC) meetings in London, focusing on governance reform, combating illicit finance, and enhancing climate resilience. In a recent interview, Premier Wheatley explained that […]
RVIPF announce upcoming road closures across territory
Several road closures will be in effect across the territory on Sunday, November 24, to accommodate key events, including the ceremonial march commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Great March of 1949. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) announced […]
Minor charged with criminal damage, multiple burglaries
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has charged a 17-year-old male from Jost Van Dyke with criminal damage and four counts of burglary in connection with incidents across the Territory. According to the RVIPF, the burglaries occurred in Butu […]
One dead, two injured in early-morning crash
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed that one individual has died following a fatal motor vehicle accident in Major Bay early this morning, Thursday, November 21. At this time, the RVIPF has not been able to confirm […]
Gov’t earmarks $1.7M for VG social housing
During his recent budget address, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley announced that the government has allocated $1.7 million for social housing initiatives in Virgin Gorda. This funding is part of the broader Housing Recovery Assistance Programme, which supports residents affected by […]
Governor’s Office extends tenure of Assistant Police Commissioner
Acting Governor David Archer Jr. has announced the extension of Assistant Commissioner of Police Pamela Trevillion’s tenure by an additional six months. Highly-placed sources told our news centre that the Public Service Commission had decided against renewing the UK national’s […]
