The Government of the Virgin Islands is actively seeking solutions to address the territory’s high insurance costs, with recent efforts including discussions with global insurance leaders in the United Kingdom. Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade, Hon. Lorna G. Smith, OBE, reported that during the recent official visit to the United … Continued
Residents and motorists are being advised of a series of scheduled civil works and water service interruptions affecting the Paraquita Bay area in the coming days. Road Repairs in Paraquita Bay Civil works will commence in Paraquita Bay from the entrance of the Department of Agriculture and the Abattoir on Saturday, September 21, continuing through … Continued
The Government of St Vincent and the Grenadines has announced a US$10,000 gift to Vincentian Olympic athlete Shafiqua Maloney in recognition of her groundbreaking performance at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves made the announcement during a welcome reception for Maloney, who has returned home after her stellar season on the … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley has issued an apology to the residents of Anegada for their recent power struggles while outlining plans for a more stable energy future. Speaking on Tola Radio VI earlier this week Wheatley expressed hope that the island’s electricity woes would become “a thing of the past” … Continued
Seventeen swimmers from the BVI Barracudas Swim Team will be making their way to St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands on Saturday, September 21st to compete in their first official swim meet of the 2024-2025 season. 284 Media’s Kamal Haynes caught up with the team during their final training session at the Cane Garden Bay … Continued
As the cost of living continues to rise in the British Virgin Islands, Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, Hon. Lorna Smith, has announced her plan to initiate discussions with supermarkets across the territory. Her goal is to negotiate more affordable pricing for essential goods, particularly for families and individuals struggling … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, has assured the public that despite a financial oversight of over $13 million related to the implementation of the new public service salary structure, there will be no layoffs within the government. The premier made the announcement during a recent press conference, following concerns raised … Continued
In a very brief statement released on the evening of September 19th, 2024, the Ministry of Education in the Virgin Islands addressed grave allegations within its system. The statement read, “The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports is aware of a serious allegation involving a teacher and a student. We understand the urgent need … Continued
In response to mounting public pressure and recent tragedies linked to healthcare inadequacies, the British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has announced plans to launch a nursing school in the territory. This initiative, expected to be realized by 2025, was disclosed by BVIHSA Chairman Ron Potter at a recent community meeting held on Virgin … Continued
The appropriateness of using WhatsApp for official government communications has come under scrutiny following a controversial resignation request sent to BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Chairman Ron Potter. Health Minister Vincent Wheatley reportedly used the messaging app to ask Potter to step down, a request Potter publicly refused. During a recent House of Assembly sitting, … Continued
