Auditor General Sonia Webster said her office had not received any financial statements beyond 2018, leaving a gap in financial reporting and accountability. Webster, who appeared before the Standing Finance Committee (SFC) late last year, said her office had requested […]

The Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies is grappling with significantly low student enrolment, with fewer than 70 students currently enrolled, officials have told the Standing Finance Committee (SFC). This issue was raised during the SFC’s meeting late last year, […]

The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) has announced the temporary closure of Auguste George Airport in Anegada to facilitate maintenance work. Managing Director Kurt Menal stated that the closure is necessary to repair the airport’s fire appliance, which is critical for […]

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has issued a public warning against the distribution of child pornography following reports of a video involving high school students being circulated on social media. Chief Inspector Kenrick Davis cautioned that anyone convicted […]

Four of the six men charged in connection with the 2021 murder of Catherine Pickering have pleaded guilty to firearm and robbery charges, while the remaining two continue to face murder charges. Sentencing for the four is scheduled for February […]

Smith’s Ferry Services has introduced a new vessel, I Legend, increasing its fleet to two. During a ceremonial launch on Sunday, February 2, Marjorie Smith, President of the company, highlighted that the vessel was named in honor of her father, the […]

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has announced a new strategy to tackle crime in 2025 following reports of a 12 percent increase in criminal activity across the territory. The RVIPF stated that they are adopting a bold and […]

Calls for greater youth and female representation in the House of Assembly have intensified, with Territorial At-Large Representative Stacy Mather urging more inclusive leadership. During a recent press conference, Mather, who was joined by Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn and […]

The government has reinstated the Financial Services Appeal Board (FSAB) to strengthen transparency and fairness in the financial sector. The FSAB operates under the Financial Services Appeal Board Act, serving as an independent body to review decisions made by the […]

Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has argued that poor planning and lack of investment have left the BVI grappling with deteriorating infrastructure. Speaking at a press conference recently, Walwyn pointed to failing roads, inadequate water supply, and government mismanagement, contending […]