Territorial At-Large Representative Carvin Malone has argued that legislators may have done some grave damage by not adopting his suggestions made months ago as part of the terms of reference for the ongoing constitutional review process. Malone had moved a resolution […]
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Expat views on constitution shouldn’t be turned away
Constitutional reform commissioner Maya Barry has argued that views from around the territory should be welcomed in the ongoing constitutional review, including those from expatriate residents. Speaking on the Real Talk show, Barry acknowledged that there is a fear or […]
Pascha Stoutt charged for historical financial irregularities at BVI Post
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force has now confirmed that former Postmaster General Pascha Stoutt has been charged with “various offences” in relation to “historical financial irregularities” at the BVI Post. The police said in a short press statement that […]
People aren’t equipped to discuss BVI’s future — Wheatley
Veteran educator Dr Charles Wheatley has called for members of the community to raise their consciousness and equip themselves with the knowledge to discuss the territory’s current political status and development. Speaking at a recent public forum held to discuss […]
Dr Pickering should ‘fall back’ in re-election quest — Cindy Rosan
Social commentator Cindy Rosan has suggested that former legislator Dr Kedrick Pickering should end his campaign for a return to elected office at the upcoming general elections. Rosan has been a staunch critic of the former legislator’s efforts ever since […]
They’re saying we’re slow! Premier praises RDA on ESHS work
Amid some criticism about the speed at which the project was completed, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has, once again, sought to praise the Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) for a stellar job in executing the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) […]
Refrain from polluting ponds — Natural Resources Minister
As the territory gets ready to improve its water testing capabilities, Minister of Natural Resources Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull is urging residents to refrain from polluting ponds which are vital natural features within the territory. The territory has faced issues with […]
New report shows issues Carib’n needs to address in 2023
A new report published by a United Nations body has highlighted major issues plaguing the Caribbean and Latin America, and has called for governments to plan with these issues in mind to ensure economic growth in 2023. The report is […]
Fraser concerned over absence of senior citizen programmes
The senior citizen programmes in several communities across the territory have come in for scrutiny by Opposition Leader Julian Fraser, owing to their glaring absence at a critical time. Fraser disclosed that senior centres in the East End, Carrot Bay, […]
Time to improve poorly designed road networks
There is a call for road networks to be improved across the territory to change the culture of unsafe practices among motorists. That position was put forward by hosts of the Talking Points radio show, Violet Gaul and Damion Grange […]