Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley recently outlined the need for the British Virgin Islands to grow its population in order to meet its economic aspirations, emphasizing that migration would play a central role in this growth. At a press conference, Wheatley stressed that the territory’s future economic success depends on expanding its workforce to … Continued
The Premier and Minister of Tourism of the British Virgin Islands, Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, has responded to Fodor’s Travel “No List 2025,” which included the BVI among destinations travellers are urged to reconsider visiting. The list cited concerns about over-tourism, environmental strain, and infrastructure challenges. Speaking at a press conference on November 27, … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has announced plans to merge the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) with the Water and Sewerage Department (WSD) by 2025, reigniting a proposal initially announced in 2013 under the National Democratic Party (NDP) which was never realized. Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, made the declaration … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley has assured the public that the remaining Commission of Inquiry (COI) reforms will be completed by the end of the first week in September. This commitment comes after the government missed the final August 31 deadline set by His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce. During a … Continued
