In the wake of two recent tragic deaths and numerous complaints about the misuse of the territory’s road networks, Minister of Transportation and Works Kye Rymer has indicated that the government is taking steps to curb poor road usage. “We […]
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Don’t pre-judge meetings with OT Minister, Premier says
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has cautioned residents not to make premature conclusions ahead of talks with United Kingdom (UK) Overseas Territories Minister, Lord Zac Goldsmith which are expected to be held in the BVI next week. Among other things, Premier […]
HOA assistance grants shift ‘had to happen’ — Penn
Despite protests from some quarters, Health & Social Development Minister Marlon Penn has contended that the decision to move assistance grants from the control of district representatives to his ministry was necessary for transparency. The House of Assembly (HOA) moved assistance […]
We’ve now found a way forward for medical marijuana — Premier
The government has made headway with the United Kingdom as it relates to developing a medical marijuana industry in the British Virgin Islands. Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley advanced talks with the UK on the subject matter when he and a […]
Talks with UK to remove Order in Council deferred till next week
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has followed through on his promise to request that the United Kingdom remove the reserved Order in Council that could potentially see Britain partially suspending the BVI’s constitution and taking over the territory for at least […]
Premier stresses need for accountability in public service
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has expressed hopes of making the public service more accountable as they execute their duties and strive to deliver on the territory’s nearly $400 million budget. “Once you get the revenue and once you pass the […]
$294K for Integrity Commission not in budget, SFC told
A sum of $294,000 needed for the establishment of the Integrity Commission was not included the 2023 budget. This is according to details in a report from the Standing Finance Committee (SFC), which noted that the legislation for the Commission was […]
New mandatory tax system to launch in March
A new system for taxpayers to facilitate the administration of all taxes and licenses is expected to be introduced in the coming weeks. The government, in a recent press release, announced that the Inland Revenue Department (IRD), in collaboration with […]
Premier signs MOU with university in UK
The government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United Kingdom-based University of Southampton (UoS) — a leader in marine and maritime research — to formalise what the Premier’s Office described as a “mutually beneficial partnership between the […]
Gabriel James charged with multiple counts of rape
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has reported that 44-year-old businessman Gabriel James has been charged with rape. He was charged on four counts of that offence. James has also been charged with one count of Assault Occasioning Actual […]
