The Government of the Virgin Islands has officially removed the visa requirement for Guyanese nationals entering the territory for business or tourism purposes, effective Friday, November 1. Guyanese travellers are now able to travel to the British Virgin Islands without a visa, a significant move aimed at strengthening regional ties between the Virgin Islands and … Continued
The 2024-2025 BDO Schools Football League kicked off with a festive parade and official ceremony on Wednesday, October 30, showcasing the enthusiasm of over 100 students from schools across the British Virgin Islands. The event began at Noel Lloyd Positive Action Movement Park in Road Town, Tortola, and proceeded along Waterfront Drive and Walter James … Continued
Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Ronnie Skelton, has voiced sharp criticism of the Virgin Islands Government following a walkout by government members that prevented debate and voting on a Motion of No Confidence. The motion, scheduled as the next item on the House of Assembly’s Order Paper, was left undiscussed when members of the government, … Continued
His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce announced on Thursday that he is terminating the recruitment process for the new Commissioner of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), citing the need for a revised approach to address the territory’s increasing security challenges. The governor emphasized that with evolving threats and new findings from recent law enforcement … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has passed a legislative amendment granting the Financial Services Commission (FSC) authority to extend the deadline for companies to submit their annual financial returns by up to nine months. The amendment, the BVI Business Companies (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill, 2024, was approved on Tuesday, October 29, in response to reports … Continued
Saint Lucia’s sprint sensation and reigning Olympic 100-metre champion Julien Alfred has been awarded the prestigious title of Best Female Athlete of the Paris 2024 Olympics by the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC). Alfred, who clinched gold in the women’s 100-metre and silver in the 200-metre at the Paris Games, received the honour on Wednesday during … Continued
The British Virgin Islands House of Assembly witnessed a surprise turn of events on Wednesday night as Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley’s administration staged a walkout, effectively postponing a scheduled vote on the Motion of No-Confidence brought forward by the Opposition. The move left the House without a quorum, delaying the vote until November … Continued
Residents in the British Virgin Islands are under a flash flood watch today, Thursday, October 31, due to expected heavy rainfall. The Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services have issued the alert for low-lying and flood-prone areas, advising residents to be prepared for moderate to major flooding. A developing low-pressure system over or near the territory … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) women’s netball team is set to be officially ranked among World Netball’s top 48 teams after a strong showing at the recent Battle of the Saints tournament in St. Maarten. The team finished as runners-up, winning three of their six matches against St. Eustatius but conceding three to host nation … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands is set to host the 67th Session of the Caribbean Meteorological Council (CMC67) from November 18 to 22. This high-profile event will bring together regional ministers, permanent secretaries, and directors responsible for meteorology from across the Caribbean, with discussions focused on strengthening climate and weather response capabilities amid the … Continued
