Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has requested the creation of two Minister of State roles and two Parliamentary Under Secretary positions to strengthen ministerial support within his government. At a recent press conference, Dr Wheatley said he had written to the […]
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Two arrested for burglary amid increased police crackdown
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has confirmed the arrest and charging of two men for burglary-related offences as part of an ongoing effort to address a surge in criminal activity. In a press release issued today, the RVIPF […]

Premier to give minimum wage update before month’s end
Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley has assured that a public update on the postponed minimum wage increase will be provided before April. The Virgin Islands government recently announced that the Premier met with senior public officials on March 11 to discuss […]

Mather calls for NSC to produce crime strategy
Territorial At-Large Representative Stacey Mather has issued a strong call for the National Security Council (NSC) to urgently develop and implement a crime strategy as violent crime continues to grip the territory. During a recent press conference, Mather highlighted the […]

Officials urge vigilance as hand, foot and mouth cases rise in BVI
Health officials have reported a sharp rise in cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD), confirming 66 infections across early childhood learning centres and pre-primary schools. The Ministry of Health and Social Development issued the update this week, warning […]

Premier hails St Martin’s entry into OECS as ‘historic’
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley praised St Martin’s accession to the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), calling the move a “historic occasion” and a critical step for regional cooperation amid global uncertainty. Speaking from St Martin during the 76th Meeting […]

RVIPF clarifies arrest of person of interest in circulating video
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has clarified that the individual seen in a widely circulated video is a person of interest in ongoing burglary investigations and not an escaped convict, as previously stated in some local circles. In […]

Prison hosts second annual inmate debate
His Majesty’s Prison announced its continued partnership with the New Life Baptist Church on the recently concluded second annual inmate debate which is intended to boost inmate morale. The debate occurred for the second year under the theme, “How Can […]

Man dies after stabbing in Virgin Gorda
A man has died following a stabbing incident in Gun Creek, Virgin Gorda, around 8 am today, Thursday, March 20. According to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), the victim was transported to the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital, […]

Gov’t officials meet to discuss policy implementation
Government ministers and senior officials recently met to discuss implementing key legislative measures and strategic plans for the Virgin Islands. The meeting brought together ministers, permanent secretaries, and department heads to review policies and align government priorities with national development […]