The United Nations Special Committee on Decolonization (C-24) is currently in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) on an official mission to assess the territory’s relationship with the United Kingdom (UK) and discuss the BVI’s political future concerning decolonization. The two-day mission, which concludes on Tuesday, August 27, involves a series of meetings with key local … Continued
The Governor of the Virgin Islands has officially assented to the Public Assistance (Amendment) Act, 2024, a landmark piece of legislation designed to enhance and modernize social welfare in the territory. The amendment updates the original 2013 Act by introducing a comprehensive range of assistance programs, including basic income grants, hardship allowances, and shock response … Continued
Opposition legislator Honourable Myron Walwyn has issued a stern warning to residents and businesses in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) to prepare for a potential tax increase following the government’s significant budgetary oversight linked to the recently implemented salary structure for public servants. During Friday’s House of Assembly session, Walwyn highlighted the economic repercussions of … Continued
Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley has announced significant progress in his government’s efforts to complete the Commission of Inquiry (COI) Recommendations, with approximately 80 percent of the tasks already accomplished. Premier Wheatley provided this update during a press conference on Friday, July 19. As of Thursday, July 18, out of the 131 actions derived … Continued
His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce has reassured the public that the recently published Review of Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Bodies in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) report was meticulously vetted to prevent compromising national security or the efficacy of law enforcement agencies. Governor Pruce addressed these concerns during his recent appearance on the local … Continued
The Virgin Islands Inquiries Bill, 2024, introduced into the House of Assembly on Tuesday, has ignited fierce criticism from the Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, Honourable Ronnie Skelton. Skelton lambasted the bill as the epitome of true dictatorship, voicing strong opposition to its provisions and questioning its compatibility with democratic principles. He expressed alarm … Continued
The Virgin Islands Inquiries Bill, 2024, introduced into the House of Assembly on Tuesday, has sparked significant controversy among lawmakers in the British Virgin Islands (BVI). The bill aims to repeal the antiquated Commissions of Inquiry Act Cap 237 of 1880 and establish a new framework for conducting inquiries into matters of public interest. Despite … Continued
On Sunday, July 14, eight residents from Anegada were elected to serve on the new Anegada Land Development Advisory Committee for the term 2024 to 2027. The election saw a healthy turnout as residents voted from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The votes were subsequently counted, and the successful candidates were announced. In the 18-29 … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) tourism sector has recorded unprecedented growth in the first half of 2024, setting a new benchmark for visitor arrivals. This is according to Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley who made the announcement during a recent session of the House of Assembly. According to data from the Central Statistics Office, … Continued
Opposition legislator Honourable Myron Walwyn has raised critical concerns regarding the state of agriculture in the British Virgin Islands (BVI). In a recent session of the House of Assembly, Walwyn questioned the government’s lack of initiative in subsidizing the agricultural sector, highlighting its potential to reduce the territory’s dependence on food imports which will result … Continued
