The Government of the Virgin Islands, led by Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley, faces mounting criticism from the Opposition, which has accused the administration of deflecting blame for its shortcomings onto former Premier Andrew Fahie. Fahie is currently serving an 11-year prison sentence in the United States for drug trafficking and money laundering. … Continued
Wally Castro Marine, the organizer of the Xmas in July 2024 event, have donated $6,000 to Beyond the Reef, a nonprofit organization in the British Virgin Islands that is dedicated to marine environmental education and preservation. The generous donation was made possible through the sale of the event’s official stainless steel reusable tumblers, which was … Continued
Clive McCoy, Director of Tourism for the British Virgin Islands is leading a small delegation to the join in meetings and events for the annual State of The Industry Conference (SOTIC) in the Cayman Islands from 2nd to 6th September. Presented by the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), the annual conference is one of the highlights … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley, has strongly criticized the timing of the Opposition’s recent Motion of No Confidence, labelling it as both ill-timed and damaging to the territory, especially given the current Order in Council hovering over the Virgin Islands. The motion, which was listed on the Order Paper … Continued
Premier of the Virgin Islands Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley successfully moved a motion in the House of Assembly on Tuesday, August 3 to have the Opposition’s motion of no confidence removed from the day’s Order Paper. The motion of no confidence, detailed in the Order Paper for the Nineteenth sitting of the House of … Continued
Minister of Health and Social Development the Honourable Vincent Wheatley has extended condolences to the family of Mrs. Rita Frett-Georges, MBE on her passing. Honourable Vincent Wheatley said his ministry is grateful for Mrs. Frett-Georges’ contribution to the health sector. “Mrs. Georges provided invaluable contributions to the Virgin Islands and has left an indelible mark … Continued
The United Nations Special Committee on Decolonization (C-24) completed a successful visiting mission to the British Virgin Islands (BVI) from 25th-28th August to hear firsthand local views on the full decolonization of the Territory, the state of the BVI’s relationship with the United Kingdom (UK), and perspectives on the political future of the BVI. From … Continued
The political climate in the Virgin Islands is set to intensify as the Leader of the Opposition, Honourable Ronnie W. Skelton, prepares to move a motion of no confidence against Premier Dr. Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley. The motion, detailed in the Order Paper for the Nineteenth sitting of the House of Assembly scheduled for Tuesday, … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) is excited to announce its new training agreement for the hospitality sector with Forbes Travel Guide (FTG). With over 60 years in the hospitality sector Forbes Travel Guide will share their expertise on all aspects of the guest experience that takes a thoughtful, gracious, and … Continued
Enya Glasgow, the newly crowned winner of Top Model VI 2024, is set to captivate the fashion world with a series of prestigious runway appearances. Enya, hailing from Tortola, British Virgin Islands, will showcase her talent at some of the industry’s most celebrated events, beginning in New York and culminating in London. Enya’s journey kicks … Continued
