Officials at the Ministry of Health and Social Development are alerting residents of an increase in the level of gastroenteritis also known as gastro in the British Virgin Islands. The Public Health Unit and the Environmental Health Division are currently investigating the cause in order to limit the spread. Gastro is an inflammation of the … Continued
The Government’s Inquiry Response Unit (IRU) is preparing for the next stage of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) this week with the arrival in the Virgin Islands of the Right Honourable Sir Geoffrey Cox QC. The Attorney General, on behalf of the Virgin Islands Government, has asked Sir Geoffrey Cox QC to carry out an … Continued
Ms. Lorie A. Freeman, the Chief Financial Officer of the Social Security Board has been appointed Deputy Director of the Social Security Board. Freemans appointment as Deputy Director took effect from December 31st, 2020, to June 30th, 2021, in the first instance with the option to extend the said appointment to December 31st, 2021, if … Continued
The BVI Chamber of Commerce and Hotel Association (BVICCHA) is deeply concerned about the increase in criminal activity in our community, particularly those targeting businesses in the past few months. The Chamber extends condolences to the family of the business owner who recently loss their life and extends support to all other owners who have … Continued
In line with the Commissioner’s intention that the COI should operate in as flexible a manner as possible and given the need to maintain its progress, the Commissioner intends to begin hearings in Road Town in the week commencing 3 May 2021. Over recent weeks, the COI has sent out letters of request seeking information … Continued
Fully vaccinated travelers coming into the British Virgin Islands will only be required to quarantine for 12-24 hours, according to new Cabinet decisions. This timeframe will allow for the day-0 test results to be returned. This was confirmed by Minister of Health and Social Development, Honorable Carvin Malone who said “effective 15th May 2021, fully … Continued
Leader of Her Majesty’s Loyal Opposition along with Opposition member Honourable Mark H. Vanterpool received their second doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine today, April 22. The Leader of the Opposition expressed that, “It is critical to receive the second dose of the vaccine to ensure its effectiveness.” Getting both doses of the vaccine maximises your … Continued
In an open letter to the Territory of the Virgin Islands, the BVI Christian Council penned a letter denouncing the recent acts of violence, stating that The BVI Christian Council stands strong upon the word of God which tells us in John 15:12 … “Love one another…” The letter read, “Quite recently, there has been … Continued
In a Government information services release, Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley, has emphasised that Famers and Fishers’ Week 2021 will be centred around honouring local fishers and farmers. Honourable Wheatley said, “This year, we celebrate farmers and fishers collectively as food producers … Continued
Twenty-four-year-old Shemar Richardson of Gene Hill was charged for his involvement in the robbery turn murder of Catherine Pickering. According to reports, Richardson was employed by the Big Brothers Gas Station in Baugher’s Bay owned and operated by the family of the deceased. The charge was confirmed by newly appointed Police Commissioner, Mark Collins who expressed … Continued
