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Nonsense! Premier should not step down — Vincent Wheatley

Nonsense! Premier should not step down — Vincent Wheatley

Ninth District Representative Vincent Wheatley has firmly rejected calls for Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley to resign as Minister of Finance following a $20 million error in the budget for public sector salaries. The discrepancy, which came to light during a […]

by / on August 20, 2024 at 6:40 AM /
Penn protests doorless shower stalls at Long Bay beach

Penn protests doorless shower stalls at Long Bay beach

Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn has criticised the government for lacking proper shower facilities at Long Bay Beach, Beef Island. The beach is a popular tourist destination, with a third of all cruise pier arrivals visiting the location. Speaking in […]

by / on August 20, 2024 at 6:35 AM /
Sharie deCastro blasts Opposition for hypocrisy

Sharie deCastro blasts Opposition for hypocrisy

Education Minister Sharie deCastro has slammed Opposition members for what she perceived as hypocritical and theatrical behaviour during House of Assembly (HOA) debates, accusing them of prioritising political gains over genuine discourse. Speaking in the House of Assembly last week, […]

by / on August 20, 2024 at 6:29 AM /
BVIEC suffers cyber attack

BVIEC suffers cyber attack

BVIEC a victim of cyber attack The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) announced on Monday, August 19, that it had fallen victim to a cyberattack. The power company stated that the attack has impacted both their internal and external operations. While […]

by / on August 20, 2024 at 6:13 AM /
FS had assured there was enough money for increase — Turnbull

FS had assured there was enough money for increase — Turnbull

Second District Representative Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull said he was assured by officials late last year that there was enough funding in the budget to cover this year’s public service salary increase. Turnbull made this statement following Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley’s […]

by / on August 20, 2024 at 6:12 AM /
Monumental blunder! Premier should resign, says Walwyn

Monumental blunder! Premier should resign, says Walwyn

Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has called for Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley’s resignation over a $20 million error in budget calculations for public sector salaries. The discrepancy arose when Premier Wheatley, who is also the Minister of Finance, disclosed that […]

by / on August 19, 2024 at 7:58 AM /
Hiring freeze on as government probes $20M salary error

Hiring freeze on as government probes $20M salary error

The government has announced a hiring freeze and travel restrictions for public service workers as part of its measures to cut costs, and as it investigates a $20 million salary discrepancy found in this year’s budget. Premier and Minister of […]

by / on August 19, 2024 at 7:52 AM /
The end of an era: Quito retires, business closed for new ownership

The end of an era: Quito retires, business closed for new ownership

After more than four decades in business, Quito’s Gazebo & Luxury Inn has officially closed. A retirement concert on the beach in Cane Garden Bay was recently held for proprietor Quito Rymer, marking the transition to new ownership. During the […]

by / on August 19, 2024 at 7:46 AM /
Calm down! Be patient and stop questioning BVIEC’s motives

Calm down! Be patient and stop questioning BVIEC’s motives

First District Representative Dr Karl Dawson has urged residents to be patient and understanding as the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) continues its efforts to restore power across the territory following Tropical Storm Ernesto. Dr Dawson commended the community spirit displayed […]

by / on August 19, 2024 at 7:04 AM /
Public Service Management Bill introduced to improve sector

Public Service Management Bill introduced to improve sector

The Public Service Management Bill, designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the public service sector, has been introduced to the House of Assembly. According to a media release from the House of Assembly and Cabinet Office, the legislation […]

by / on August 19, 2024 at 6:21 AM /