Premier Andrew Fahie has stood his ground on his recent assertion that government’s amendments to the territory’s Recovery & Development Plan is the reason the UK is pulling its funding from the agency. The Premier doubled down on his statement […]
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Cabinet’s post-meeting statements halted for months
By Kamal Haynes, BVI News Staff The Andrew Fahie led administration has been a strong proponent of accountability and transparency in the territory, yet most decisions made by Cabinet remain a mystery to residents since February 2020 when the government […]
Is Governor Jaspert complying with 14-day quarantine protocol?
The office of the outgoing governor, Augustus Jaspert has moved to assure the public that he is indeed observing the 14-day quarantine period that is mandatory for all persons who recently travelled from the United Kingdom. Following his return from […]
Man accused of wounding bar attendant granted bail
BVI News understands that a 61-year-old man who attacked and wounded a bar attendant was last week granted police bail in the sum of $5,000. The incident reportedly happened in December though the man was caught by the police last […]
BVI needs a COVID czar | Is gov’t aware of damage being caused?
Former legislator and chairman of the National Democratic Party (NDP) Myron Walwyn, has said he believes the government should hire a COVID-19 czar which will allow for better monitoring and management of daily operations in the territory. A czar (also […]
Woman arrested after hitting ex with hammer
BVI News understands that a woman who resides at a Long Bush address was this week arrested and charged after hitting her ex-boyfriend with a hammer. Reports are that the two ended their relationship months ago but the victim allowed […]
Governor’s Office allegedly gets reduced access to gov’t website
Highly placed sources have informed BVI News that the Office of the Governor has been having challenges communicating with the public because it has allegedly been limited in accessing the services of the Government Information Service (GIS). GIS — the […]
New work permit system to go fully online before month end
After approximately 20 months since the soft launch for the prototype of the new work permit online system, the ‘all-clear’ has been given and the system is expected to be fully operational before the end of this month. Minister for Labour & […]
Classroom cameras to be installed to assist with hybrid learning
Cameras in physical classrooms could soon become a new addition in public schools across the territory. The installation of these devices in the classroom is projected to enhance the hybrid learning experience in instances where complete in-person teaching cannot be […]
Hit-and-run? Bicycle rider gets head injuries after crash with scooter
A bicycle rider has suffered head injuries following a collision with a scooter rider last weekend. The collision reportedly happened along Sir Francis Drake’s Highway near to the C&D Supermarket. It is reported that the bicycle rider was heading towards […]
