Yesterday, May 3rd, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) issued a statement regarding the release of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) report in the BVI and commented specifically on the recommendation to suspend the Virgin Islands Constitution. The statement said “CARICOM supports the decision of the duly elected Government of the BVI to welcome the recommendations for … Continued
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) has released a statement on the ongoing situation in the BVI. The OECS says “The OECS has noted the position taken by the duly elected Government of the BVI which, while welcoming the recommendations arising from the Inquiry, rejects the intention of the British Government to impose direct … Continued
United States Virgin Islands Governor Albert Bryan has tested positive for COVID-19 following a recent trip in Washington, D.C. This was confirmed by the U.S Virgin Islands Government House via their social media page on Wednesday April 20. “After returning to the territory on Tuesday afternoon following a weeklong trip to Washington, D.C., and Miami, … Continued
A statement released by U.S. Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett confirms the approval of her Virgin Islands Visa Waiver Act (H.R. 5460). According to Plaskett, The Act would allow the Department of Homeland Security to approve nonimmigrant visitor visa waivers for entry into the U.S. Virgin Islands for up to 45 days, primarily for residents of … Continued
It was this morning confirmed that Former Prime Minister of Nevis and Ambassador to the Prime Minister’s Office Vance Amory passed away earlier today. Amory 72, for which the airport in Nevis had been named in his honor was a founding member of Team Unity and was also known as a former first-class cricketer representing … Continued
The United States Virgin Islands Governor Albert Bryan has sent a stern warning to business owners in the neighbouring territory who are delinquent in the paying of their taxes, stating that they will be jailed if the taxes are left unpaid. The governor’s comment came during the recently held Spring 2022 Revenue Estimating Conference. During … Continued
The Paradise48 Film Festival competition, presented by XR Entertainment in partnership with the BVI Film Commission and the USVI Film Office will take place on June 17-19 in St. Thomas. This will be followed by a festival-style premiere on June 25. The festival premiere is open to the community to attend and view the works … Continued
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic are the first two major airlines to make mask wearing optional for both passengers and crew, effective today Wednesday March 16. The two UK-based airlines made the announcement in a statement which was issued by London’s Heathrow Airport on Monday. According to the statement, British Airways customers will only need … Continued
As of today March 14, 2022, persons in the neighbouring United States Virgin Islands, will no longer be required to wear masks indoors at commercial or government establishments. The announcement was made by USVI Governor Albert Bryan during an early Monday press conference. He said his Administration however is still in the process of evaluating … Continued
The government of Trinidad and Tobago have announced that they will be launching a Commission of Inquiry to probe the recent deaths of four divers who died while working underwater on a crude oil pipeline. The announcement came from Trinidad’s Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley during the “Conversations with the Prime Minister” show, just hours … Continued
