COMING TO THE BVI? BVI CONCIERGE SERVICES ONLINE LAUNCHED TO SERVE VISITORS

BVI Concierge Services (BVICS) Online, a full service concierge serving all clients visiting the BVI, has officially launched today, June 14. The website, BVICS.NET, is now LIVE and accepting requests for services. BVICS provides various services including Travel Authorization Certificates, Grocery Shopping & Delivery, Laundry Services, Meal Delivery, Shopping for clothing and other essentials, and … Continued

27 PERSONS NATURALIZED AS BRITISH OVERSEAS TERRITORY CITIZENS

Twenty-seven persons are now the newest group of British Overseas Territories Citizens (BOTC) of the Virgin Islands after taking the oath to complete the process during a naturalisation ceremony. His Excellency the Governor John J. Rankin, CMG in remarks at the ceremony, offered congratulations to the new citizens and further encouraged them to maintain a … Continued

EXPAT MOTHER REUNITED WITH 6-MONTH OLD BABY IN BVI. MINISTER SAYS POLICY REVIEW IS BEING CONSIDERED

The expatriate woman who upon exiting the BVI recently was forced to leave her 6-month old baby behind, has since been reunited with the child. The woman’s departure was prompted by the Immigration department’s policy that mandates expatriates to leave the territory when transitioning between work permits. However, in light of the circumstances, considerate officials … Continued

JOINTS FOR JABS: WASHINGTON OFFERS FREE WEED TO VACCINATED ADULTS

In an effort to further encourage residents to get vaccinated, Washington state’s liquor and cannabis board has launched the “Joints for Jabs” campaign, which will temporarily allow state-licensed cannabis retailers to give a free joint to adults who get the vaccine. This initiative remains in effect until July 12.The board has stipulated that cannabis retailers … Continued

WHY DO SOME PEOPLE GET SIDE EFFECTS AFTER COVID-19 VACCINES?

Why do some people get side effects after COVID-19 vaccines? Temporary side effects including headache, fatigue and fever are signs the immune system is revving up — a normal response to vaccines. And they’re common. “The day after getting these vaccines, I wouldn’t plan anything that was strenuous physical activity,” said Dr Peter Marks, the … Continued

GUYANESE GOVERNMENT CONSIDERING COVID-19 VACCINE PASSPORT

Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony says Government is still considering introducing a COVID-19 travel certificate, as the country continues to work towards curbing transmission of the deadly virus.During his COVID-19 update on Friday, Anthony said while countries around the world have implemented the system, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has not taken a strong … Continued

WHO TO BLAME? WHO TO BLAME? CONTROVERSIAL PRIVATE INSURANCE PROPOSAL HALTED AS GOVERNMENT AND OPPOSITION PLAY THE BLAME GAME.

Over the last few days, members of the BVI population have been bombarded with the ongoing debacle regarding a proposal to afford current and former legislators comprehensive, private insurance. In light of the public contention and what some may consider to be a desperate fight for political points, acting Premier and Minister of Education, Culture, … Continued

HON. SHARIE DECASTRO CALLS FOR GOVERNMENT-PROPOSED “PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE” TO BE HALTED, SAYS HON. MELVIN “MITCH” TURNBULL WAS THE “ARCHITECT” AND “DECEPTIVELY EXCUSED” HIMSELF

Honorable Sharie De Castro has strongly condemned the Royal Opposition’s stance on the highly sensational proposal for supplemental health insurance for current and former legislators, adding that they are being disingenuous since opposition member and representative for the 2nd district, Melvin “Mitch” Turnbull introduced and co-signed the project for the most part. Within a detailed … Continued