The Premier of the Virgin Islands and Minister of Finance, Hon. Andrew Fahie issued a statement on the resignation of Mr. Paul Bayly, the Chief Executive Officer of the Recovery Development Agency (RDA).
The Government of the Virgin Islands thanked Mr. Bayly for his service and wished him the best in his future endeavors.
Premier Fahie addressed rumors of persons insinuating that the government was not fully supportive of the RDA. He said “We are pleased to say that since taking office in February 2019, our government has supported the RDA and our recovery in the best interest of the people of the Virgin Islands, and we will continue to do so” He went on to say “Anyone who suggests otherwise is intentionally not being factual to the people of the Virgin Islands”
Although Mr. Bayly’s departure has come as a surprise to the government, the Premier believes this is an opportunity for a qualified BVIslander to step forward and apply for the position.
The Premier assured the people that the Government has “invested in its people, and the people have invested in themselves”
He said “We are therefore confident that Virgin Islanders have the necessary skills to lead the RDA and to continue taking the Virgin Islands forward with the recovery, which is on the move. It is important to note that the Government and people of the Virgin Islands have invested more in the ongoing recovery than any other entity, and will continue to do so while we welcome assistance from others,” the Premier stated.