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Calm down! Be patient and stop questioning BVIEC’s motives

Calm down! Be patient and stop questioning BVIEC’s motives

First District Representative Dr Karl Dawson has urged residents to be patient and understanding as the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) continues its efforts to restore power across the territory following Tropical Storm Ernesto. Dr Dawson commended the community spirit displayed […]

by / on August 19, 2024 at 7:04 AM /
Public Service Management Bill introduced to improve sector

Public Service Management Bill introduced to improve sector

The Public Service Management Bill, designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the public service sector, has been introduced to the House of Assembly. According to a media release from the House of Assembly and Cabinet Office, the legislation […]

by / on August 19, 2024 at 6:21 AM /
BVIEC: Fires added to power restoration delays

BVIEC: Fires added to power restoration delays

As impatience grew among residents still without power, the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) assured the public that it is working diligently to restore electricity across the territory following Tropical Storm Ernesto. Power has already been restored to many communities across […]

by / on August 16, 2024 at 8:32 AM /
Some gov’t offices struggle to reopen after TS Ernesto

Some gov’t offices struggle to reopen after TS Ernesto

Some government offices in the territory are experiencing delayed openings, while others are offering limited services in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Ernesto, which battered the territory on Tuesday. Governor Daniel Pruce has given residents and businesses the all-clear to […]

by / on August 16, 2024 at 8:15 AM /
Gov’t tells InterCaribbean to fix service failures

Gov’t tells InterCaribbean to fix service failures

Minister for Communication and Works, Kye Rymer, has addressed InterCaribbean Airways regarding the inadequate service levels the airline has reportedly been providing to travelers from the Virgin Islands. Numerous public complaints have surfaced about delays, cancellations, and other service-related issues […]

by / on August 16, 2024 at 7:59 AM /
Flow technicians progressing with post-storm repairs

Flow technicians progressing with post-storm repairs

The following is a media release from local telecoms giants, Flow. Leading telecommunications provider Flow has begun a massive restoration drive to reconnect its residential and business customers following the passage of Tropical Storm Ernesto in the Territory on Tuesday, […]

by / on August 16, 2024 at 7:44 AM /
BVITB funds not used for cultural centre demolition

BVITB funds not used for cultural centre demolition

Deputy Premier Lorna Smith has refuted claims by Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn that funds from the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB) may have been misused to demolish the Sir Rupert Briercliffe Hall, also known as the Cultural Centre.  Smith, who […]

by / on August 16, 2024 at 7:33 AM /
Digicel battles to restore service after TS Ernesto

Digicel battles to restore service after TS Ernesto

Telecommunications provider Digicel has announced that it is working to restore mobile and fibre services disrupted by Tropical Storm Ernesto. “Due to the impact of Tropical Storm Ernesto, both our mobile and fibre networks have been affected in some areas,” […]

by / on August 16, 2024 at 7:19 AM /
Power restoration ongoing! Water supply hinges on BVIEC progress

Power restoration ongoing! Water supply hinges on BVIEC progress

The BVI Electrical Corporation (BVIEC) is actively working to fully restore electricity across the territory following the passage of Tropical Storm Ernesto. However, the public is advised that water supply will be affected by the progress of the power restoration […]

by / on August 15, 2024 at 11:24 AM /
RVIPF office remains closed to facilitate clean-up

RVIPF office remains closed to facilitate clean-up

Although government facilities were anticipated to open today as normal, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has announced their office will remain closed to facilitate cleanup following TS Ernesto. Governor Daniel Pruce provided the all-clear to the territory on […]

by / on August 15, 2024 at 8:40 AM /