BVI News

Category: All News

$670K to be spent on music fest

$670K to be spent on music fest

While dismissing concerns about wasted funds, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley said the upcoming Music Fest will cost an estimated $670,000. Premier Wheatley told reporters at a recent press conference that the event may either break even or turn a profit […]

by / on March 25, 2024 at 8:16 AM /
Central Statistics Office to measure impact of VI Music Fest

Central Statistics Office to measure impact of VI Music Fest

Amid criticism that music festivals are a waste of the territory’s resources, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has stated that the Central Statistics Office (CSO) will be measuring the economic impact of the Virgin Islands Music Festival, which is set to […]

by / on March 25, 2024 at 6:39 AM /
The United Nations flag

It’s official! UN agrees to framework to tax the rich

After many months of debate, discussion and disapproval from some countries, the United Nations (UN) has agreed by consensus to design a new framework to tax wealthy persons and corporations around the world. The UN framework will provide countries with […]

by / on March 25, 2024 at 6:34 AM /
BVI pioneers first-ever e-litigation criminal module

BVI pioneers first-ever e-litigation criminal module

The BVI has become the first jurisdiction to implement the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court’s (ECSC) e-litigation criminal module. The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court’s (ECSC) e-litigation portal provides a platform for submitting and processing court documents electronically. The addition of the […]

by / on March 25, 2024 at 6:09 AM /
No injuries reported after Huntums Ghut shooting – RVIPF

No injuries reported after Huntums Ghut shooting – RVIPF

Police said they did not find any proof of injuries following reports of gunshots in the Huntums Ghut region after 8 pm on March 23. Residents reported hearing several loud gunshots near a popular bar in the area. But police […]

by / on March 25, 2024 at 5:11 AM /
Road Town Police Station.

One reported injured in Friday night shooting

At least one person is nursing injuries following a shooting incident on Tortola late Friday night, March 22. The gunshot victim, whose identity has not been officially confirmed, is being treated at the Dr D Orlando Smith Hospital. In the […]

by / on March 23, 2024 at 10:46 AM /
Leader of Her Majesty's Loyal Opposition, Marlon Penn.

BVI public getting what they voted for, says Penn

Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn said the public should note that elections have consequences, adding that the government’s lack of accountability and transparency is a result of voters’ choices. The Opposition members have accused the Dr Natalio Wheatley administration of […]

by / on March 22, 2024 at 6:42 AM /
Do the police have the capacity to handle crime?

Do the police have the capacity to handle crime?

Does the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) have the capacity to curb the crime and violence that is on the rise in the community? That’s the question that one journalist asked members of the Opposition who this week called […]

by / on March 22, 2024 at 6:27 AM /
Not the actual scene from this morning's shooting.

Calls made for national security strategy

Eighth District Representative Marlon Penn has expressed deep concern over the state of crime in the territory and is calling for a national security strategy to combat crime. The Opposition Member said he appealed for a broader conversation in the […]

by / on March 22, 2024 at 6:13 AM /
Civil Registry & Passport Office nationality fees revised

Civil Registry & Passport Office nationality fees revised

Cabinet has approved a major change to the fee schedule for various citizenship services. This fresh fee structure, set to start on June 1, originates from a Cabinet resolution on November 14, 2023, and marks an endeavour to guarantee the […]

by / on March 22, 2024 at 6:08 AM /