The Mrs. British Virgin Islands organization is rallying public support on social media ahead of the upcoming Mrs. Globe pageant in China. In a Facebook post, Mrs. BVI Rhonda Victor Pinnock asked followers to vote for her to win the Choice of the People Award at the international competition taking place in Hainan. The Mrs. … Continued
A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for low-lying and flood-prone areas of the British Virgin Islands, effective until midnight today, Wednesday 7 February 2024. This warning indicates that moderate to major flooding is either occurring or imminent in the specified areas, posing a serious threat to residents and property. Residents residing in low-lying or … Continued
Tourism has been highlighted as a pillar of the Virgin Islands economy. Despite this, local agencies continue to fall short in capturing comprehensive data on revenue generated by the industry. This issue recently came to the forefront again during discussions in the House of Assembly. Premier Hon. Dr. Natalio Wheatley lamented the lack of revenue … Continued
In light of a weather alert for an approaching frontal trough system, the Public Works Department has mobilized crews to monitor and prepare for potential flooding and storm impacts. Minister for Communications and Works Hon.Kye Rymer said the Public Works Department has activated its emergency response team. Crews are inspecting waterways and ghuts across the … Continued
A major recommendation by the British Virgin Islands’ Constitutional Review Commission (CRC) aims to give voters more say in choosing the country’s top leader. The report noted that during the consultation process, “there were certain recurring themes which were imparted with a firm and unshakeable resolve that these particular things must be addressed in the … Continued
As the British Virgin Islands’ tourism product continues to grow, beach safety and local capacity to respond to large-scale emergencies remain a concern. In a recent interview with 284 Media, Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism Honourable Luce Hodge Smith reflected on the importance of safety for the Tourism Sector. While she couldn’t go into … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board has launched an exciting new partnership with WINAIR to give away a BVI vacation package. The two organizations are teaming up on a promotional giveaway that will award roundtrip flights, festival tickets, and island experiences in the British Virgin Islands to one lucky winner. The giveaway is open to … Continued
Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley recently gave an update on the progress being made by the Coral Reef Strike Team to combat stony coral tissue loss disease in the territory and other efforts to protect and rebuild reefs in the BVI’s Waters, while speaking in the House of Assembly. Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease is a … Continued
The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has approved expanding work permit exemptions to include several new categories of workers providing vital services in the territory. The Schedule to the Labour Code (Work Permit Exemption) Order No. 41 of 2017 will be amended to add the new exemptions. This Order specifies occupations and services that are … Continued
Denet Callwood of Jost Van Dyke has been recognized as Sister Islander of the Quarter for his dedication and service to the JVD community. In an article highlighting Callwood in the Sister Islands Newsletter, he is described as a kind-hearted and extremely helpful individual who never hesitates to assist those in need on Jost Van … Continued
