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Integrity in Public Life Bill out for public feedback

Integrity in Public Life Bill out for public feedback

The government has released the Integrity in Public Life (Amendment) Bill, 2024 for public feedback. This development follows the Cabinet’s approval nearly a month ago. The updated Bill, published on July 24 in the government’s official newsletter, the gazette, aims […]

by / on July 26, 2024 at 6:22 AM /
Premier ‘encouraged’ at COI implementation rate

Premier ‘encouraged’ at COI implementation rate

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has expressed optimism regarding the progress of implementing the recommendations from the Commission of Inquiry (COI).  During a recent press conference, Dr Wheatley provided a detailed update on the status of these efforts, emphasising the collaborative […]

by / on July 26, 2024 at 6:19 AM /
RVIPF: Cars being stolen to commit other crimes

RVIPF: Cars being stolen to commit other crimes

Chief Inspector and head of the Criminal Investigations Unit of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), Kenrick Davis has warned residents and car rental companies not to leave keys in their vehicles unattended. Davis stressed that most car thefts […]

by / on July 25, 2024 at 8:10 AM /
Nine new auxiliary officers joins RVIPF

Nine new auxiliary officers joins RVIPF

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) welcomed nine new auxiliary officers to its ranks on Wednesday, July 24, following their training to become law enforcement officers. A small ceremony was held at the Road Town Police Station for this […]

by / on July 25, 2024 at 8:03 AM /
Controversial Virgin Islands Inquiries Bill passed

Controversial Virgin Islands Inquiries Bill passed

After a spirited debate, the House of Assembly passed the contentious Virgin Islands Inquiries Bill 2024, introducing significant changes to the territory’s approach to public inquiries. The passage of this bill reflects ongoing efforts to adapt and improve governance in […]

by / on July 25, 2024 at 7:50 AM /
20 Haitian migrants found on Virgin Gorda

20 Haitian migrants found on Virgin Gorda

The Department of Immigration has reported the discovery of 20 Haitian irregular migrants in the North Sound area of Virgin Gorda this Tuesday, intensifying concerns over human smuggling in the BVI. The group, comprising 12 males and seven females—including three […]

by / on July 25, 2024 at 7:45 AM /
Charitable arm of Flow donates computers to Unite BVI and YEP

Charitable arm of Flow donates computers to Unite BVI and YEP

The Cable & Wireless Charitable Foundation (CWCF) has donated just over two dozen desktop computers and laptops to Unite BVI and the Youth Empowerment Project (YEP). On Wednesday, July 24, CWCF donated a total of 15 iMac desktops and 10 […]

by / on July 25, 2024 at 6:25 AM /
Gov’t donates $50K towards fishing tournament

Gov’t donates $50K towards fishing tournament

The Virgin Islands Government has donated $50,000 to North Drop Open in collaboration with the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB) to host a “Catch and Release” fishing tournament for blue marlin out of Virgin Gorda. Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries, […]

by / on July 24, 2024 at 7:53 PM /
Miss BVI pageant committee apologises to VIP patrons

Miss BVI pageant committee apologises to VIP patrons

The Miss BVI Committee has issued an apology to patrons who purchased VIP tickets to its pageant last Sunday evening, July 21. The show was held at the Multipurpose Sports Complex and some persons paid as much as $160 to […]

by / on July 24, 2024 at 8:10 AM /
Tourism plan to get going before year-end — Premier

Tourism plan to get going before year-end — Premier

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has committed to launching a comprehensive tourism strategy for the BVI by the end of the year. The announcement was made during a press conference where Wheatley addressed various national issues. The tourism plan will outline […]

by / on July 24, 2024 at 7:56 AM /