Discussions about removing Ron Potter as Chairman of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) will likely be included on the agenda of an upcoming Cabinet meeting, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has indicated. This development follows reports that Health Minister Vincent […]
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Health Minister dodges WhatsApp resignation questions
Health Minister Vincent Wheatley has declined to answer questions concerning reports that he asked the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Chairman, Ron Potter, to resign. Potter issued a press release over the weekend explaining that the Minister asked him to […]
UK OT Minister undecided about lifting Order in Council
Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley has announced that the new UK Overseas Territory (OT) Minister, Stephen Doughty, plans to visit the BVI later this year before deciding whether to lift the Order in Council that threatens direct UK rule over the […]
Walwyn blasts Premier’s so-called Trinidadian “spin doctor”
Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has accused a government advisor of being divisive and suggested he would stop at nothing to remove him from the BVI. During a recent Opposition press conference, Walwyn said the advisor was being paid $10,000 […]
BVIHSA Chair resists resignation request
Embattled BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Chairman Ron Potter has refused to step down despite Health Minister Vincent Wheatley’s request. Wheatley’s request came amid public backlash over poor healthcare services in the territory. Potter explained in a press release issued […]
Two new dogs added to revived Customs K9 Unit
Two new K9s have been added to His Majesty’s Customs as the department announced the rebirth of its K9 Unit recently. The announcement was made on September 11 at a graduation ceremony to honour three K9 handlers for their dedication and […]
Former legislator says politics behind push for Potter’s resignation
Former legislator Shereen Flax-Charles expressed concerns over the resignation push for BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Chairman Ron Potter, suggesting that political affiliation has prevented Potter from doing his job. Potter revealed through a press release over the weekend that […]
Vikings, Falcons and Knights win openers of Peter Haycraft T10 Tournament
The Peter Haycraft T10 Cricket Tournament kicked off on Sunday, September 15, with three matches at Greenland, Tortola. In the first match, Vikings CC defeated Cavaliers CC by nine runs. The Vikings scored 129 for 3, while the Cavaliers, who […]
Smith reaching out to donors to help fix medical deficiencies on VG
Deputy Premier Territorial At-Large Representative Lorna Smith has indicated that she is seeking benefactors to help address the healthcare issues affecting Virgin Gorda. Residents expressed concerns about delays in accessing urgent medical care since a tragic incident involving the death […]
Gov’t confusing good governance with potholes — Walwyn
Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has accused the government of misinterpreting the public’s demand for good governance by equating it with other issues, such as pothole repairs and other quality-of-life improvements. Walwyn’s comments were made at a recent press conference […]