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Robinson O’Neal graduates gifted laptops

Robinson O’Neal graduates gifted laptops

Fifteen graduating students from Robinson O’Neal Memorial Primary School (ROMPS) are stepping into a digitally empowered future, thanks to the generous donation of laptops by David and Pamela Johnson of Oil Nut Bay (ONB) through the North Sound Foundation (NSF). […]

by / on June 28, 2024 at 6:19 AM /
DPP promptly files appeal as court acquits Ashan Westcott of murder

DPP promptly files appeal as court acquits Ashan Westcott of murder

Around the time Ashan Westcott was acquitted of murder in the High Court, Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Tiffany Scatliffe-Esprit had prepared and filed an application to appeal the decision. Westcott, who was accused of the murder of Nickera Smith, […]

by / on June 27, 2024 at 6:45 AM /
Report slams HM Customs for ‘environment’ of corruption

Report slams HM Customs for ‘environment’ of corruption

A recent review of law enforcement and criminal justice bodies in the BVI has uncovered alarming allegations of corruption within HM Customs, highlighting systemic issues that undermine governance and public trust. The review, conducted by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary […]

by / on June 27, 2024 at 6:20 AM /
UK appoints manager for law enforcement reforms

UK appoints manager for law enforcement reforms

Governor Daniel Pruce disclosed that the UK government has appointed a manager to oversee the territory’s implementation of comprehensive law enforcement and justice reforms. The latest development comes in response to a detailed review by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary […]

by / on June 27, 2024 at 6:14 AM /
When does it end? Hodge-Smith frustrated by UK’s fault-finding

When does it end? Hodge-Smith frustrated by UK’s fault-finding

Fourth District Representative Luce Hodge-Smith has voiced strong concerns about the seemingly endless stream of governance recommendations detailed in a recent law enforcement review report. This report, commissioned by the Governor and conducted by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and […]

by / on June 27, 2024 at 6:09 AM /
RVIPF seeks vehicles amid shortage

RVIPF seeks vehicles amid shortage

In response to operational challenges, including a significant shortage of functional vehicles, the government has announced new tenders for the supply of vehicles for the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF). The move addresses resource constraints that have impacted the […]

by / on June 27, 2024 at 6:02 AM /
HM Prison advances COI compliance training

HM Prison advances COI compliance training

His Majesty’s (HM) Prison has reached a significant milestone in staff development, having completed more than 1,300 learning hours since the beginning of the year. This achievement was celebrated at a recent ‘Reward and Recognition Service’, which highlighted the institution’s […]

by / on June 27, 2024 at 5:14 AM /
Westcott acquitted! Man accused of Nickera Smith’s murder freed

Westcott acquitted! Man accused of Nickera Smith’s murder freed

Ashan Westcott, the man accused of the 2016 murder of Nickera Smith, has been acquitted. Westcott was freed in the High Court this morning, Wednesday, June 26, after his attorney, Israel Bruce, successfully made a “no case submission.” Effectively, a […]

by / on June 26, 2024 at 12:45 PM /
Skelton offended, says criminals being alerted in governor’s report

Skelton offended, says criminals being alerted in governor’s report

Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton said he was offended by the recent publication of a comprehensive law enforcement review that was commissioned by the Governor and conducted by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services. He argued that […]

by / on June 26, 2024 at 7:53 AM /
Ticket prices for Miss BVI pageant spark social media reactions

Ticket prices for Miss BVI pageant spark social media reactions

As seven contestants get ready to compete in this year’s Miss BVI Pageant, some social media users have highlighted the cost of tickets to attend the show. The Virgin Islands Festival & Fairs Committee (VIFFC) posted the price of the […]

by / on June 26, 2024 at 7:44 AM /