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Skelton: ‘Some of us need to go to jail!’

Skelton: ‘Some of us need to go to jail!’

Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton has condemned the government’s Registration Apprenticeship Training Employment and Development (RATED) programme and the rapidly declining state of infrastructure in the territory, arguing that some lawmakers should be imprisoned. Speaking in the House of Assembly yesterday, […]

by / on July 5, 2024 at 8:27 AM /
Major expansion proposed for Nanny Cay marina

Major expansion proposed for Nanny Cay marina

Nanny Cay Resort & Marina is planning a significant expansion of its marina. General Manager Miles Sutherland Pilch announced this proposal during a community meeting at the Valerie O. Thomas Community Centre in Sea Cow’s Bay on Thursday. The meeting […]

by / on July 5, 2024 at 8:18 AM /
Things have never been this bad — Walwyn

Things have never been this bad — Walwyn

Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn offered a grim depiction of the economic and social struggles facing the territory, insisting that despite previous trials, the current state of affairs is unprecedented. “I have not seen the economy of this country as […]

by / on July 5, 2024 at 7:40 AM /
Willock charged with forgery, misusing office

Willock charged with forgery, misusing office

Former House Speaker Julian Willock was arrested and charged with multiple criminal offences today, July 4, 2024, as confirmed by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). The charges stem from two separate investigations involving allegations of visa waiver misconduct […]

by / on July 4, 2024 at 4:45 PM /
RT O’Neal Admin Complex taking too long – Turnbull

RT O’Neal Admin Complex taking too long – Turnbull

Second District Representative Melvin Turnbull expressed concern over the prolonged unavailability of the Ralph T O’Neal Administrative Complex. The Complex, which once served as a central hub for government operations, was first opened in 1985. However, the facility suffered extensive […]

by / on July 4, 2024 at 12:18 PM /
I won’t blame the DPP for failures – Brewley

I won’t blame the DPP for failures – Brewley

A local talk show host refrained from blaming the embattled Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) for a series of unfavourable courtroom outcomes in recent years, leading to increasing calls for her resignation. The current office holder, Tiffany Scatliffe-Esprit, was appointed […]

by / on July 4, 2024 at 12:12 PM /
Premier chides Walwyn for unfair tactics

Premier chides Walwyn for unfair tactics

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley criticised Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn for straying off-topic recently during discussions meant to focus on critical financial legislation in the House of Assembly (HOA). The debate, which was supposed to concentrate on financial services and […]

by / on July 4, 2024 at 12:03 PM /
Labour Department hosts successful resume writing workshop

Labour Department hosts successful resume writing workshop

The Department of Labour and Workforce Development announced they successfully completed a workshop in Resume Writing which was held on June 27. The workshop was intended to empower job seekers with crucial skills to enhance their employability. It covered fundamental […]

by / on July 4, 2024 at 10:57 AM /
Report blasts long delays in Magistrate’s Court

Report blasts long delays in Magistrate’s Court

The Magistrate’s Court in the territory has been facing extended delays, which have raised concerns about its effectiveness. A recent report by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) identified significant issues within the justice system […]

by / on July 3, 2024 at 8:43 AM /
Walwyn laments BVI’s ‘flat-footed’ economy

Walwyn laments BVI’s ‘flat-footed’ economy

Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn criticised the government’s efforts to stimulate the economy amid recent changes to financial services legislation. “The economy is flat-footed. The tourism sector is flat-footed. The cruise industry is flat-footed,” he stated while reflecting on a […]

by / on July 3, 2024 at 8:20 AM /