The Department of Youth Affairs and Sports is set to host its Youth in Business Seminars on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the DYAS Conference Room. This initiative aims to equip young aspiring entrepreneurs with foundational business knowledge, covering essential topics such as “Creating a Marketing Plan” and “Business … Continued
Premier the Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley reported significant strides in healthcare and social protection, following the finalization of the National Social Protection Policy and Action Plan and key amendments to the Public Assistance Legislation in 2024. Developed in collaboration with stakeholders including UNICEF, the initiatives aim to reinforce the Territory’s support systems for vulnerable populations. … Continued
Territorial representative and member of the National Democratic Party, Ronnie Skelton is blaming what he called the ‘Civil Service System’ for the lack of infrastructural development in the territory. Speaking on NDP Radio Monday evening Skelton and the Eighth District representative Marlon Penn complained about the lack of infrastructural development in the territory which includes … Continued
Minister for Communications and Works Kye Rymer is said to be making moves to bring about the much talked about merger between the BVI Electricity Corporation and the Water and Sewerage Department. Speaking recently on the Government’s Programme Virgin Islands Voice, Minister Rymer sympathized with the many people throughout the territory who continue to face … Continued
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) has extended its firm support and solidarity to the Government and people of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) as they continue their journey toward achieving a full measure of self-government and realizing their aspirations for constitutional advancement and political self-determination. The OECS sat it commends the BVI on … Continued
The Premier’s Office hosted a critical Maritime Safety Meeting, bringing key stakeholders together to discuss the state of maritime safety in the Virgin Islands. The meeting, held on May 15, sought to address pressing marine safety concerns, enhance preventative measures, and foster collaboration among agencies and organisations committed to safeguarding the Virgin Islands’ waters and … Continued
The Eslyn Henley Richez Learning Centre (EHRLC) has launched its inaugural Pen-Pal Day to increase awareness of exceptional students to their counterparts across the Territory. The initiative was launched on Wednesday, May 21 at the Valerie O. Thomas Community Centre in Sea Cow’s Bay through a partnership with the Francis Lettsome, Ebenezer Thomas, and Leonora … Continued
A Board will be put in place to run this year’s Emancipation Festival Celebrations. Last year, the BVI Tourist Board and Film Commission was given the task of managing the event. However, during the Virgin Islands Voice Programme recently, Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley stated that Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sustainable Development is going through … Continued
