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"The potential and sought-after effects of this GLOBAL ATTACK on the BVI on January 18th 2021 is equalled, in recent times, to a few others ... September 6, 2017 [and] September 11, 2001." — Carvin Malone

Commission of Inquiry ‘attack’ equals to 9/11, Irma, historic crises?

Government legislator Carvin Malone has described Governor Augustus Jaspert’s January 18 announcement of a Commission of Inquiry (COI) into the BVI government as an “attack” on the territory. Malone, who was speaking in an unofficial capacity on his personal Facebook […]

by / on January 21, 2021 at 10:32 AM /
Inquiry Commissioner, the Right Honourable Sir Gary Hickinbottom.

Who is the Commissioner of Inquiry?

Amid this week’s announcement that the BVI will have its first Commission of Inquiry (COI), the public has been briefly introduced to The Right Honourable Sir Gary Hickinbottom who will serve as the Commissioner of Inquiry. Tomorrow, the public will […]

by / on January 21, 2021 at 7:55 AM /
First-ever EMT training hosted in the BVI

First-ever EMT training hosted in the BVI

For the first time in the history of the British Virgin Islands, aspiring Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) have received introductory training locally, which will enhance their capacity to become regionally certified EMTs. This is according to a recent media release […]

by / on January 21, 2021 at 7:09 AM /
Man allegedly assaults cops who refused to return seized motorcycle

Man allegedly assaults cops who refused to return seized motorcycle

BVI News understands that a man was last week arrested and charged with escaping custody and for assaulting at least three police officers, including a female law enforcer. It is understood that further charges may be laid against the accused […]

by / on January 21, 2021 at 6:45 AM /
Close up photo of female scientist holding a laboratory pipette and a blood sample tube for covid-19 in laboratory. She is wearing a protective suit, laboratory glasses, surgical mask and surgical gloves. Selective focus on tube. Shot with a full frame mirrorless camera.

Nine new COVID cases recorded in the BVI

The British Virgin Islands has recorded nine new cases of the COVID-19 virus and three new recoveries. This brings the total active cases in the territory from the previously-announced 14 to 20. This is according to the latest COVID-19 dashboard […]

by / on January 20, 2021 at 2:29 PM /
The Ralph T. O'Neal Administration Complex where the main government offices are located.

Who will pay for the Commission of Inquiry?

Despite the economic impact of COVID-19, the upcoming Commission of Inquiry (COI) is another expense the BVI public may have to cover this year. Following this week’s announcement that Governor Augustus Jaspert has ordered a COI into alleged political corruption […]

by / on January 20, 2021 at 2:22 PM /
Not any of the cocaine mentioned in the story

Police seized over 150 kilos of cocaine! One arrested

Members of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) made another major drug bust; seizing more than 150 kilograms of cocaine on the main island of Tortola. The drugs were seized in an early-morning police operation on Tuesday January 19. […]

by / on January 20, 2021 at 12:22 PM /
$40M SSB grant channelled to political cronies? COI to investigate

$40M SSB grant channelled to political cronies? COI to investigate

The upcoming Commission of Inquiry (COI) is set to investigate allegations that a portion of the $40 million COVID-19 grant government received from the Social Security Board (SSB) was channelled to political cronies. The $40 million grant was part of […]

by / on January 20, 2021 at 7:58 AM /
Opposition Leader Marlon Penn.

Gov’t deflects, ignores allegations instead of addressing them — Penn

Opposition Leader Marlon Penn has said the Andrew Fahie administration continues to ignore the serious allegations being brought against the VIP government, and instead uses “diversionary tactics” to deflect the claims. Penn made the comments in a recent statement where […]

by / on January 20, 2021 at 7:35 AM /
Outgoing governor, Augustus Jaspert

Why do you oppose truth? Governor asks detractors

Governor Augustus Jaspert has sent a message to Virgin Islanders who are against the upcoming Commission of Inquiry (COI), saying honest citizens shouldn’t oppose such a process. “I know some people will oppose this Commission. To those people I ask, […]

by / on January 20, 2021 at 7:20 AM /