The United Nations development system and the BVI Government has agreed to extend the UN-VI Country Implementation Plan throughout 2023 with revised priorities. This was confirmed by Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley who made the announcement during a recent session of the House of Assembly. The Country Implementation Plan is … Continued
In part 1 of this commentary, I started sharing my thoughts on the Constitutional Review and why this exercise is laying the foundation for the best days of these Islands we call home. The more research I conduct on this topic I realise more that the system we have is not truly a democratic system … Continued
Territorial At Large Representative Hon. Shereen Flax-Charles says she will not be silenced and has disclosed that she will be revealing to the public in short order which new political party she will be joining ahead of the upcoming General Election. Flax Charles who is the Junior Minister for Trade and Economic Development, Agriculture and … Continued
Some statutory boards across the territory remain uncooperative in providing key information to reviewers who have been appointed as part of the implementation process of the Commission of Inquiry Report recommendations. This is according to His Excellency Governor John Rankin who made the statement at a press conference on Tuesday, as he updated the public … Continued
The BVI Government has requested that a supplementary review be granted by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Global Forum to reflect its current legislative status after being “blacklisted” by the European Union today. The BVI was added to the EU’s list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions (Annex I) this morning, after the EU … Continued
Junior Minister for Trade and Economic Development, Agriculture and Fisheries Honourable Shereen Flax-Charles has said that her decision to resign from the Virgin Islands Party was very difficult, but one that was needed. The Territorial At Large Representative made the statement during an interview with 284Media earlier today, stating the decision had to be made … Continued
Territorial At Large Representative Hon. Shereen Flax-Charles has resigned from the Virgin Islands Party. The Junior Minister for Trade and Economic Development made the announcement via a statement issued to the media on Sunday, February 12. “It is known, I never abandon the job. So, let the question go answered. I am seeking re-election to … Continued
The coalition National Unity Government will cease to exist after the House of Assembly has been dissolved to allow for the 2023 General Election. Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley gave the confirmation during his Virgin Islands Party Congress Election last Sunday, stating that the Unity Government has served its intended purpose. He said moving … Continued
Attorney Daniel Davies recently paid a visit to our studio to discuss the concerns of the Community and the Legal Fraternity surrounding the Police Act 2023. This bill will, among other things, heighten the authority of the Police Force by circumventing the need for court approval for warrants and the gathering of evidence. Ronn Grant … Continued
Former Deputy Premier, At Large Candidate Dr Kedrick Pickering believes despite recent discussions surrounding a Territory’ onward march, the Virgin Islands is not anywhere close to achieving Independence. Dr Pickering spoke during a recent guest appearance on the UMOJA talk show. According to Pickering, while self determination and independence is inevitable there are key processes … Continued
