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
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
