The Virgin Islands Education System has announced the appointment of six new principals, marking a step towards strengthening the leadership and improving the quality of education in the territory. Deputy Chief Education Officer (CEO) Mrs. Orlandette Crabbe expressed her pleasure in welcoming the new principals and highlighted the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports’ … Continued
One student of the 2023 graduating class of the Bregado Flax Educational Centre Secondary Division walked away with a $5000 scholarship towards his tertiary education by way of a new scholarship award launched by the O’Neal Alexander Consulting Group that day. The scholarship was presented to Mr. Jim James Joseph-Perez. The recipient was chosen based … Continued
The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) has released its report on the Virgin Islands (UK) 2023 General Election, providing an assessment of the electoral process and its adherence to international obligations and domestic laws. The team of eight observers visited the Territory from the 17th to the 27th of April to conduct their evaluation of the … Continued
During a recent sitting of the House of Assembly, Minister for Communications and Works, the Honourable Kye Rymer, announced that the Ministry is actively working towards establishing a National Meteorological Service in the British Virgin Islands. The Ministry, along with relevant agencies including the Airport Authority and Department of Disaster Management, held discussions with Dr. … Continued
During a recent sitting of the House of Assembly, Minister for Health and Welfare, the Honourable Vincent Wheatley, announced the public release of the Final Report of the Social Assistance in the British Virgin Islands Review. Minister Wheatley explained that the urgency surrounding the review was driven by the government’s intention to evaluate existing systems … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has provided official confirmation on a previously reported drug bust that involved a Tortola-linked vessel operating in the waters of Anguilla. In a brief statement, the RVIPF disclosed that the operation was a result of a joint international anti-narcotic smuggling effort, which involved the United Kingdom National Crime … Continued
Tragedy struck on Saturday, July 8th, as a trailer office belonging to the Water and Sewerage Department, located in Baughers Bay, Tortola, caught fire. The incident has caused significant damage to the structure. Images seen by our newsdesk show plumes of thick smoke billowing from the structure as officers of the Virgin Islands Fire and … Continued
Our newsdesk has received reports of a purported drug bust that took place in Sandy Ground Anguilla on Friday, July 7th. According to initial information, authorities apprehended a boat during the operation, and it is alleged that the vessel either originated from Tortola or is registered to the territory. A video in circulation captured the … Continued
In response to the recent armed robbery at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park, Minister of Communications and Works, Honourable Kye Rymer, convened an emergency meeting this week with key stakeholders to address the incident and collaborate on robust strategies to enhance security measures at the popular site. The agencies represented at the meeting … Continued
Deputy Premier, Minister for Financial Services, Trade and Labour the Honourable Lorna Smith, OBE, delivered a passionate speech at the Financial Services Forum last week, emphasising her dedication to driving the growth of the financial services sector. She expressed her delight in the government’s recognition of its importance and the establishment of a dedicated ministry, … Continued
