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
The British Virgin Islands senior men’s national football team suffered a 1-0 defeat against the Cayman Islands in their opening match of the CONCACAF Nations League Group C on Wednesday, September 4. Playing at the Truman Bodden Sports Complex in George Town, Cayman Islands, the BVI team struggled to find the back of the net. … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, has officially opened the first round of applications for its highly anticipated Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Grant Programme. This initiative is designed to stimulate business development and promote economic growth across the territory. Local businesses that qualify are … Continued
Legislator Honourable Myron Walwyn has openly criticized Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley’s political tactics, attributing what he describes as a controversial and divisive style of politics to an advisor of Trinidadian descent within the premier’s team. Walwyn’s remarks were made during an impromptu Opposition press conference on Tuesday, September 3, shortly after Premier Wheatley … Continued
The Speaker of the House of Assembly, Honourable Corine George-Massicote, ruled that the Opposition’s motion of no confidence against Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley could not proceed due to a procedural breach of the House of Assembly’s rules. The decision was made during Tuesday’s sitting, where the Speaker cited a violation of Standing Order … Continued
Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley, has announced plans to address the potential removal of the Order in Council during an upcoming meeting with the new Overseas Territories (OT) Minister, Stephen Doughty. The discussions are set to take place during a visit to the United Kingdom on September 11, where Premier … Continued
Hundreds of children enjoyed a day of fun and preparation for the new school year at the HireBVI “Issa Back2School Wet Fete”, held on Saturday, August 31st, at the Enid Scatliffe Pre-Primary School Grounds. The annual event, a staple in the British Virgin Islands community, was geared towards providing students with school supplies and a … Continued
Honourable Ronnie Skelton, Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, has raised concerns over Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley’s use of technicalities to remove the Opposition’s Motion of No Confidence from the House of Assembly’s Order Paper for the session scheduled on Tuesday, September 3. Prior to the ruling of the Speaker of the House, … Continued
The BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has confirmed the unfortunate passing of Mr. Revovion “Bucky” Sprauve, who sought care at the Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic on August 31, 2024. According to a statement released by the BVIHSA, Mr. Sprauve arrived at the clinic outside of its adjusted operating hours and tragically passed away before medical … Continued
This past weekend, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) conducted a series of targeted operations resulting in significant seizures and the arrest of an individual in possession of a prohibited firearm and illegal drugs. These operations are part of the RVIPF’s ongoing efforts to enhance public safety and combat illegal activities within the community. … Continued
