XMAS IN JULY 2024 ORGANIZERS DONATE $6,000 TO BEYOND THE REEF FOR MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL PRESERVATION

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

BVI DELEGATION IN THE CAYMAN ISLANDS FOR SOTIC 2024

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

SKELTON QUESTIONS PREMIER’S MOTIVES BEHIND REMOVAL OF NO CONFIDENCE MOTION

Honourable Ronnie Skelton, Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, has raised concerns over Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley’s use of technicalities to remove the Opposition’s Motion of No Confidence from the House of Assembly’s Order Paper for the session scheduled on Tuesday, September 3. Prior to the ruling of the Speaker of the House, … Continued

LATE MRS. FRETT-GEORGES REMEMBERED FOR IMPACT ON VI HEALTH SECTOR

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

UN DECOLONIZATION COMMITTEE VISIT TO BVI HAILED A SUCCESS

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

RVIPF WEEKEND OPERATIONS LEAD TO SIGNIFICANT SEIZURES AND ARRESTS

This past weekend, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) conducted a series of targeted operations resulting in significant seizures and the arrest of an individual in possession of a prohibited firearm and illegal drugs. These operations are part of the RVIPF’s ongoing efforts to enhance public safety and combat illegal activities within the community. … Continued

MOTION OF NO CONFIDENCE TO BE PRESENTED AT NEXT HOA SITTING; OPPOSITION TO CALL FOR HOA TO BE DISSOLVED AND ELECTION HELD

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