The national census is facing significant challenges and delays, according to Raymond Phillips, Director of the Central Statistics Office. In a recent interview with Government Information Services, Phillips revealed that the census, which began in late July or early August last year, is only about halfway complete. The process, initially expected to take six months, … Continued
The East End community, Lower Estate, Huntum’s Ghut, Purcell Estate, Duffs Bottom, and Sea Cows Bay are among a few neighbourhoods that have been identified as areas of key concern as it relates to dengue fever in the Virgin Islands. This was disclosed by Chief Environmental Health Officer Lionel Michael during a recent interview with … Continued
The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) is taking steps to restore its online payment system after a thorough forensic investigation into the ransomware attack that disrupted its operations on August 15, 2024. The corporation announced that the investigation found no clear evidence of a breach in the online payment service, but noted that they are prioritizing … Continued
The British Virgin Islands has recorded more than 80 cases of dengue fever so far in 2024, with approximately 23 percent of those infected seeking medical attention. This update comes from the National Epidemiologist, Harmonie Brewley-Massiah, who shared the latest data during a recent interview with 284 Media. Brewley-Massiah noted that the territory experienced a … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has embarked on a $2.38 million road construction project, set to span six months, to improve 3,813 linear feet of concrete roadway from Paraquita Bay to Hodges Creek. The contract for this major infrastructure effort was awarded to Northam Construction, with a total value of $2,386,015.99. Minister for Communication … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands is taking a significant step toward modernizing its immigration management processes with the introduction of the Online Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) Card System, set to launch next month. This transformative digital initiative, a collaboration between the Department of Immigration and His Majesty’s Customs, is designed to streamline entry procedures and improve … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands is actively seeking solutions to address the territory’s high insurance costs, with recent efforts including discussions with global insurance leaders in the United Kingdom. Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade, Hon. Lorna G. Smith, OBE, reported that during the recent official visit to the United … Continued
Residents and motorists are being advised of a series of scheduled civil works and water service interruptions affecting the Paraquita Bay area in the coming days. Road Repairs in Paraquita Bay Civil works will commence in Paraquita Bay from the entrance of the Department of Agriculture and the Abattoir on Saturday, September 21, continuing through … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley has issued an apology to the residents of Anegada for their recent power struggles while outlining plans for a more stable energy future. Speaking on Tola Radio VI earlier this week Wheatley expressed hope that the island’s electricity woes would become “a thing of the past” … Continued
Seventeen swimmers from the BVI Barracudas Swim Team will be making their way to St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands on Saturday, September 21st to compete in their first official swim meet of the 2024-2025 season. 284 Media’s Kamal Haynes caught up with the team during their final training session at the Cane Garden Bay … Continued
