The government risks squandering four years of progress on the long-awaited Terrance B Lettsome International Airport expansion if decisive action is not taken, local commentator Claude Skelton Cline has warned. Speaking on his radio programme, Honestly Speaking, Skelton Cline called […]
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Too much sexual harassment in civil service
While the Public Service Management Act 2024 has been hailed as a significant improvement in civil service governance, local commentator Kishma Penn believes there is a pressing issue within the system – unchecked sexual harassment. During the Speak Out BVI […]

Governor Pruce reflects on first year in office
Governor Daniel Pruce has highlighted significant strides in governance reforms, security enhancements, and community engagement as he reflected on his first year as Governor in the BVI during a recent interview on JTV. “When I was sworn in, I set […]

Former Tourism Director questions proposed 7,000 ft airport length
Former BVI Tourist Board Director Sharon Flax-Brutus has raised concerns regarding the proposed 7,000-foot extension of the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport runway, suggesting that such an expansion may be unnecessary and could adversely affect the environment and local ferry […]

Tourism officials silent on reported dismissal of Miss BVI Pageant Committee
Tourism officials responsible for overseeing the Virgin Islands Festival & Fairs Committee have declined to comment on reports that Tourism Director Clive McCoy has dismissed the Miss BVI Pageant Committee. These reports come amid lingering public dissatisfaction over the committee’s […]

LIAT makes grand return to BVI skies
LIAT 2020 Limited has resumed operations in the Virgin Islands, marking its return with an inaugural flight to the Terrance B Lettsome International Airport on Sunday, December 8. Officials said this milestone is expected to enhance regional connectivity and provide […]

Commentators slam government over minimum wage deferral
The government’s decision to defer the planned increase to the minimum wage has sparked criticism from panellists on the Talking Points radio show. The panellists expressed concern over the lack of communication surrounding the delay, which had been set to […]

Road Town library rebuild unlikely before 2026
Plans to construct a new public library in Road Town may take until late 2026 to materialise, marking a decade since the closure of the original facility. Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley confirmed that the Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) is […]

Premier eyes action on offshore firms
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has signalled his intention to address concerning practices in the financial services industry, where firms may exploit employees in the Virgin Islands while shifting operations abroad. The Premier made the remarks during an appearance on the […]

Good turnout for Xmas in the City but vendors’ success questioned
This year’s Christmas in the City drew large crowds to Shoreway Drive on Saturday, December 7, delivering festive cheer, but questions remain about whether it was equally successful for vendors who had to pay a fee to operate. Vendors lined […]