Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye Rymer, is currently spearheading a delegation from the British Virgin Islands at the prestigious Seatrade Cruise Global 2024 event. Held in Miami, Florida, from April 8 to April 11, Seatrade Cruise Global is renowned as the world’s foremost annual gathering for the cruise industry, attracting top executives, stakeholders, … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has received reaffirmed issuer ratings of CariAA- (Foreign and Local Currency) on the Caribbean Information and Credit Rating Services Limited (CariCRIS) regional scale, showcasing the territory’s continued commitment to sound fiscal management and economic stability. The ratings, accompanied by a stable outlook, underscore the Virgin Islands’ resilience amidst global … Continued
The Sister Islands Programme Unit is actively recruiting Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteers from Anegada, Virgin Gorda, and Jost Van Dyke, aiming to bolster disaster preparedness and response efforts across the British Virgin Islands. Mrs. Monel Nickie, Coordinator of the Sister Islands Programme, emphasized the crucial role of CERT volunteers in addressing community needs … Continued
In the wake of the shooting incident that occurred this past Friday, March 22nd, leaving one man injured, the National Security Council (NSC) convened an urgent meeting on Monday to address the matter. During the meeting, the Commissioner of Police provided an update on the condition of the victim, Jeron Romney, as well as the … Continued
The Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change is reminding local fishers, stakeholders, and the general public of the upcoming closure of the fishing season for the Green Turtle and the Hawksbill Turtle. The ministry on Thursday emphasized the temporary halt in turtle fishing activities, which is scheduled to be in effect from April … Continued
The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has greenlit an increase in fees for a range of nationality services, slated to take effect from June 1. This decision was approved on November 14, 2023, and according to the Civil Registry and Passport Office, it aims to bolster its operations, aligning them with UK standards while also … Continued
In the wake of Deputy Governor David Archer Jr.’s threat to pursue legal action over defamatory statements made on Mika Barry’s Facebook page, the social media entertainment platform has issued a public apology. Mika Barry, known for its controversial-style entertainment through online videos, found itself embroiled in further controversy after allegations surfaced linking Deputy Governor … Continued
The Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye Rymer, has announced a record-breaking number of vehicle registrations in the Virgin Islands, emphasizing the need for enhanced road safety measures amidst the surge in vehicle ownership. Addressing the House of Assembly recently, Minister Rymer revealed that a remarkable 19,982 vehicles were licensed in 2023, marking a … Continued
The British Virgin Islands is positioning itself to emerge as a world-leading hub for the burgeoning digital assets sector, anchored by a robust new regulatory framework and ecosystem for innovative fintech businesses, according to Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services Hon. Lorna Smith, OBE. Addressing the International Arbitration Centre conference, Smith outlined the Territory’s … Continued
The United Nations (UN) Special Committee on Decolonisation (C-24) has approved the British Virgin Islands’ request for an official visiting mission. Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley made the announcement on Friday, March 15, as he expressed his satisfaction with the decision, noting the importance of this development in shaping the territory’s constitutional future. The … Continued
