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HOA Speaker to deliver ke...House of Assembly (HOA) Speaker Corine George-Massicote will deliver the keynote address at the Caribbean...
June 18, 2025 at 6:03 AM -
Higher salaries attractin...After years of struggling to attract and retain educators, Education Minister Sharie de Castro has announced...
June 17, 2025 at 6:41 AM -
Foreign cultural behaviou...The BVI Christian Council (BVICC) has bemoaned the uptick in crime and violence, attributing it largely...
June 17, 2025 at 6:37 AM
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Road Town sewage problem not going away soon
The lingering sewage stench in Road Town, especially near the Department of Waste Management Depot by the roundabout, continues to frustrate residents and workers, with no signs of a permanent solution forthcoming. Government officials...
June 17, 2025 at 6:12 AM -
Gov’t not ignoring BVI’s worsening sargassum problem, says Fraser
The government is not ignoring the worsening sargassum problem affecting the Virgin Islands’ coastlines, Deputy Premier and Third District Representative Julian Fraser has insisted. Fraser addressed public concerns during a recent...
June 17, 2025 at 6:05 AM -
Summer school reinstated after a long absence
The government has officially reinstated its summer school programme, giving students a second chance to meet graduation requirements and advance to the next grade level without repeating the full school year. Education Minister Sharie...
June 17, 2025 at 6:02 AM
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Old procurement laws blamed for threshold reform delays
Outdated procurement laws are contributing to delays in vendor payments across the BVI, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley told the House of Assembly recently. Speaking during a question-and-answer session, Dr Wheatley revealed that while...
June 16, 2025 at 8:04 AM -
Alternate road for Baughers Bay still in design phase
Communications and Works Minister Kye Rymer confirmed that the long-promised alternate road in Baughers Bay is still in the design phase, with the final plans expected at a later date. Rymer informed the House of Assembly that the...
June 16, 2025 at 7:59 AM -
CONFIRMED: BVI placed on financial services grey list
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has placed the BVI on their grey list, which means the territory is still working to address serious deficiencies in the financial services industry. FATF is an international body that sets standards...
June 16, 2025 at 7:46 AM
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PHOTOS: 34 public officers honoured at King’s Parade
Thirty-four officers from various public service agencies were recognised for their long and meritorious service during the King’s Birthday Parade and Celebration held on Friday, June 13. The event, in honour of His Majesty King...
June 16, 2025 at 7:09 AM -
No tangible benefits from gov’t travel — Walwyn
Opposition leader Myron Walwyn has doubled down on the widely held view that the territory is reaping no tangible benefits from international travel by the Dr Natalio Wheatley administration. Walwyn said he has no issue with government...
June 16, 2025 at 6:19 AM -
Gov’t using international standards for Paraquita Bay road project
Communications and Works Minister Kye Rymer said the government is following international standards on road construction, even as it grapples with major delays on the stretch of road between Paraquita Bay and Hodges Creek. Rymer...
June 16, 2025 at 6:12 AM
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PHOTOS: HLSCC graduates urged to be bold change makers
Education Minister Sharie de Castro has called on graduates of the H Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) to embrace their roles as leaders and “solution bearers”, delivering an impassioned address during the institution’s...
June 13, 2025 at 8:10 AM -
All my overseas trips were necessary
Education Minister Shari de Castro has moved to defend the overseas trips she and her team have taken over the last two years, saying the territory has greatly benefited from the meetings they attended. The Dr Natalio Wheatley administration...
June 13, 2025 at 7:47 AM -
Cape Air, InterCaribbean step in as Silver Airways exits BVI
Florida-based regional carrier Silver Airways has halted all flights to the British Virgin Islands after telling customers on Wednesday, “we are ceasing operations as of today, June 11, 2025.” The Instagram notice added, “Please...
June 13, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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Public urged to discard electronics properly
The Department of Waste Management is urging the public to be careful when discarding electronics, as they have the potential to cause fires. The Department stated that the caution arises amid an increase in unsafe dumping practices...
June 13, 2025 at 6:40 AM -
Former prison officer testifies as Almestica trial gets underway
A former prison officer took the witness stand as the trial of Jose Almestica and three co-defendants began in the High Court on Wednesday, with prosecutors alleging their involvement in a wide-ranging criminal enterprise involving...
June 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM -
Fraser defends Premier from Walwyn’s questioning
Deputy Premier Julian Fraser recently came to the defence of Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley, who was being pressed by Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn with questions regarding the actual costs associated with the controversial Vybz Kartel...
June 12, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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USVI Charter Association wants reciprocal fees placed on BVI
The Virgin Islands Professional Charter Association (VIPCA) has called on the United States Virgin Islands government to enforce reciprocal licensing fees and compliance checks for British Virgin Islands vessels, following what it...
June 12, 2025 at 6:45 AM -
Stop making inflammatory comments on social media
Political commentator Claude Skelton Cline is urging residents to refrain from emotional and inflammatory commentary on social media, warning that such discourse is causing division and distracting from the real issues facing the territory. In...
June 12, 2025 at 6:30 AM -
Miss BVI Pageant cancelled for 2025
The 2025 Miss British Virgin Islands Pageant has been cancelled, according to an announcement from Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism Luce Hodge Smith. The cancellation comes after a review of the planning schedule and level...
June 12, 2025 at 6:13 AM
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Walwyn calls on governor to probe government’s $5M Bank of Asia loss
Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn has called for an independent investigation into the government’s deposit of $5 million into the now-defunct Bank of Asia BVI Limited, warning that the Virgin Islands may never recover the public funds. The...
June 11, 2025 at 8:20 AM -
We budgeted ambitiously, Premier admits
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr Natalio Wheatley has admitted that his government adopted an ambitious budgeting approach for the current financial year, resulting in spending that has so far outpaced revenue collection in the Virgin...
June 11, 2025 at 8:13 AM -
Extreme misbehaviour! 85 suspensions in 2 months at BVI schools
Education Minister Sharie deCastro has raised serious concerns about a wave of extreme student misbehaviour across the Virgin Islands’ secondary schools, revealing that more than 85 suspensions have occurred in just the first two...
June 11, 2025 at 8:08 AM
