Residents of Virgin Gorda voiced their frustrations at the island’s community meeting on Saturday, September 7 regarding the ongoing healthcare challenges plaguing the sister island. Several top executives from within the Ministry of Health and Social Development and the BVI Health Services Authority were in attendance. The meeting came on the heels of the tragic … Continued
The Governor’s Office has announced the launch of the Future Fund, a $50,000 initiative aimed at supporting youth empowerment and promoting good governance in the Virgin Islands. Local organizations can now apply for grants of up to $10,000 to implement projects that will benefit young people and strengthen political accountability. The fund, supported by the … Continued
Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley, will lead a delegation of five officials to London from September 9 to 13, 2024, to engage in key discussions with the new United Kingdom (UK) Minister for Overseas Territories, Stephen Doughty, MP, and other members of the UK Parliament. The delegation aims to … Continued
Seventy-nine individuals were officially welcomed as new British Overseas Territories Citizens (BOTC) during a ceremony at Government House on August 29. The event, presided over by His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce, marked a significant milestone for the new citizens, who took an Oath of Allegiance to His Majesty the King and pledged loyalty to the … Continued
A boating tragedy unfolded late Thursday night, September 5, as a vessel traveling from Jost Van Dyke began taking on water, leading to the death of a young woman and the continued search for a missing man. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) reported that a distress call was placed at around 10:00 p.m. … Continued
A tropical wave passing through the British Virgin Islands is expected to bring increased moisture and instability, heightening the likelihood of showers and possible thunderstorms over the next 24 hours. This is according to a weather forecast published by the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services on Friday, September 6. Throughout the course of today, partly … Continued
The Department of Labour and Workforce Development has set a deadline of October 31 for employers to register on the new Labour Management System (LMS), as the territory moves to a fully digital work permit renewal process. The department noted that after this date, physical work permit renewal applications will no longer be accepted. Employers … Continued
A new online petition entitled “Urgent Request for Enhanced Healthcare Services on Virgin Gorda” has gained rapid traction, with nearly 250 signatures gathered in less than 24 hours. Initiated by Virgin Gorda resident Sharon Brutus, the petition addresses the urgent healthcare challenges faced by the island’s residents and calls for immediate government action. The petition … Continued
As the Opposition pushes forward with its Motion of No Confidence against Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley, one major question remains unanswered: who from the Opposition would take the reins as the next premier of the Virgin Islands if the motion succeeds? During a press conference held by His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition on Tuesday, … Continued
Deputy Governor Mr. David Archer, Jr. has assumed the role of Acting Governor of the Virgin Islands during the absence of His Excellency, Governor Daniel Pruce. Governor Pruce is currently out of the territory until September 22, 2024, and Archer will serve in this capacity until September 22, 2024. Archer’s appointment as Acting Governor is … Continued
