PHOTOS: HL Stoutt honour at national wreath-laying

The British Virgin Islands held its national wreath-laying ceremony on Monday, March 3, at Cappoons Bay Cemetery in honour of the late H. Lavity Stoutt.

This year marks the 30th anniversary of Stoutt’s passing. The ceremony was attended by local officials, including Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley, who laid the wreath, and Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton, who was also present to pay his respects.

Stoutt, the territory’s first and longest-serving Chief Minister, is widely credited for his contributions to the BVI’s education system. He founded the British Virgin Islands Community College, which was later renamed the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) in his honour.

BVI News was present to capture the highlights of the event.