The following is a media release from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). Officers of the Criminal Investigation Team charged one male in relation to the stabbing incident on Wednesday morning that left another male with several puncture wounds […]
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Gov’t ramping up education efforts on agriculture
The government will soon be ramping up its public education efforts regarding agricultural matters in the territory. This is according to Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley, who recently announced that there are plans to build a reservoir at Paraquita Bay to […]
We welcome expats but must treat locals well! Premier notes pay gap
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has urged that locals must be treated well, regardless of whether the territory has to outsource some of its labour needs in order to accomplish its goals. Premier Wheatley was at the time speaking at a groundbreaking […]
‘I stay in my lane!’ Premier says he didn’t sanction Customs boss’ leave
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has opted to steer clear of efforts to demystify the ring of speculation that envelops the administrative leave of Commissioner of Her Majesty’s Customs, Wade Smith. Smith was reportedly sent on administrative leave two weeks ago, but it […]
Labour Tribunal hearings on hold till new chairman appointed
The Labour Arbitration Tribunal has suspended all hearings until a chairman is appointed to the post. This was confirmed by the Minister for Labour Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull. The previous post was occupied by local attorney Jamal Smith. He was appointed […]
Premier attending African Caribbean Trade Forum in Barbados
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley is currently away from the territory attending the inaugural African Caribbean Trade and Investment Forum. The inaugural event, being held under the theme: ‘One People. One Destiny. Uniting and Reimagining Our Future’, is taking place from […]
ZBVI awards General Knowledge Quiz winners and participants
The following is a media release from the ZBVI Radio. Waking up early mornings to do research and phone-ins on time has paid off for ZBVI’s Quiz Kids. ZBVI recently recognised the accomplishments of the General Knowledge Quiz participants. The […]
Two charged with gun, ammo, and drug possession
The following is a media release from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). Officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force Armed Response Team charged a male and female with firearm and drug possession offences after a routine search […]
Labour Department to get a Deputy Commissioner
The Department of Labour will soon receive a Deputy Labour Commissioner to help relieve some of the burdens shouldered by the Labour Commissioner. This announcement was made at a press conference on Friday by Premier and Minister for Finance Dr […]
Unrealistic revenues will no longer be included in future budgets
Following the approval of the second Schedule of Additional Provision (SAP) this year, the House of Assembly has decided to implement a new policy to not include ‘unrealistically predicted revenue streams’ to the annually budgetary process. Premier and Minister of […]
