Following a recent article titled “BVIHSA and Auditor Dian Fahie Issue Public Apology to Lettsome & Malone-Smith,” counsel for the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has issued clarification regarding the circumstances surrounding the public apology. The original article suggested that the BVIHSA’s apology to former employees Mr. Levor Lettsome and Mrs. Cedorene Malone-Smith, stemming from … Continued
Residents of the British Virgin Islands are being urged to show their support for the 13th annual CIBC Caribbean Walk for the Cure, the largest fundraiser benefiting the BVI Cancer Society. The event will take place on Saturday, October 5, starting at 5:30 a.m. from the CIBC Caribbean branch in Wickham’s Cay, Road Town. At … Continued
Following the recent decision to grant visa-free access to Guyanese nationals, the Government of the Virgin Islands is now considering extending the same privilege to citizens of the Dominican Republic and Jamaica. Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley announced at a press conference on Monday that the government is actively exploring the possibility of removing … Continued
The winners of the 4th annual “Hunt for the Cure” car treasure hunt gathered at the CIBC Caribbean Tortola branch on Tuesday, October 1, to receive their prizes as part of CIBC’s ongoing Walk for the Cure campaign. The event, held on Saturday, September 14, was organized to raise awareness and funds for the fight … Continued
The Road Town Market Square project, an initiative aimed at revitalizing the old market space, is again under scrutiny following the release of an audit report highlighting significant delays, cost overruns, and underuse of the facility. Originally envisioned as a state-of-the-art facility to support local farmers and small-scale entrepreneurs, the project has faced challenges since … Continued
An audit conducted on major public contracts in the territory has revealed significant gaps and vulnerabilities in the territory’s procurement practices between 2019 and 2022. The audit, commissioned following the recommendations of the BVI Commission of Inquiry Report, sought to evaluate the transparency, fairness, and overall effectiveness of the government’s procurement processes. The findings highlight … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands and local supermarket franchise, OneMart, have reassured residents that there are no immediate disruptions to food and cargo shipments following a dockworkers’ strike along the eastern seaboard of the United States, which began on October 1, 2024. The strike, involving thousands of workers from ports ranging from New England … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has officially confirmed the appointments of Joseph Smith-Abbott and Tasha Bertie as Permanent Secretaries within their respective ministries, following their service in acting capacities. The appointments were made in accordance with Section 24 (1) of the Service Commission Regulations. Smith-Abbott will now serve as Permanent Secretary in the Ministry … Continued
The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA), instrumental in the territory’s recovery from the devastating 2017 hurricanes, is set to become a permanent fixture under the new name Virgin Islands Development Agency (VIDA). This transition marks a significant shift in the territory’s long-term approach to infrastructure development, disaster recovery, and economic growth. Premier and … Continued
Some 50 Law Enforcement Officers have completed a certified Emergency Care and Treatment in Disasters Course. The one-week World Health Organization (WHO) and Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) training was facilitated through the Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute (VIPSLI). Participants were drawn from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), Virgin Islands Fire & … Continued
