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Wade Smith wins judicial review against magistrate, CoP
Commissioner of Customs Wade Smith emerged victorious in a judicial review case against Senior Magistrate Tamia Richards and the Commissioner of Police. The court found that the actions of the Senior Magistrate in granting a search...
April 25, 2024 at 7:29 AM -
Premier thankful as gov’t marks one year in office
As the government celebrated its first year in office on April 24, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has thanked those who voted for his administration and has vowed to continue working to create a better society. In his national address...
April 25, 2024 at 7:21 AM -
BVI vows to fight fraud, financial crimes
Minister for Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, Lorna Smith, recently highlighted that the jurisdiction is strongly committed to fighting fraud and other financial crimes that affect offshore hubs around the world. The Minister...
April 25, 2024 at 7:15 AM
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Immigration problem costing us millions — Premier
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has put the cost of housing and repatriating illegal migrants in the millions of dollars, adding that the issue will continue to be a challenge for the BVI. Dozens of illegal migrants were apprehended in...
April 24, 2024 at 8:14 AM -
Gov’t not feeling the pulse of the BVI — Walwyn
Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has accused the government of being out of step with the needs of the people. According to Walwyn, lawmakers need to visit communities themselves even though it may be a lot of work. “It...
April 24, 2024 at 7:45 AM -
New asphalt plant having “teething pains”
Communications and Works Minister Kye Rymer has said operators have been experiencing “some teething pains” with the new asphalt plant that arrived last year to improve the road conditions in the territory. The plant is...
April 24, 2024 at 6:22 AM
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BVI about to go to the next level
Despite cries from Opposition members and some residents that the government needs to do more in all areas of the territory, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has expressed that the BVI is getting ready to go to the next level of success. The...
April 24, 2024 at 6:18 AM -
Mather blasts stagnation, calls for unity among lawmakers
Territorial At-Large (AL) Representative Stacy ‘Buddha’ Mather pleaded with lawmakers in the House of Assembly to set aside political differences and work together to address pressing issues facing Virgin Islanders. Mather...
April 24, 2024 at 6:13 AM -
No sewerage near EE Police Station, says Premier
Officials have refuted claims that a sewerage overflow near the East End Police Station was the real reason behind its sudden closure last week. Premier and Seventh District Dr Natalio Wheatley disclosed that officers at the station...
April 23, 2024 at 7:39 AM
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Governor says he’s fine after shoulder injury
Governor Daniel Pruce yesterday assured the territory that he is doing well, after dislocating his shoulder sometime last week. On the Governor’s official Facebook page, Pruce was pictured wearing a cast and a smile as he thanked...
April 23, 2024 at 6:14 AM -
Hold me to account, D1 Rep says
First District Representative Dr Karl Dawson urged constituents to hold him accountable for the promises he made in his manifesto before he was elected. In his first-year progress report to the district, Dr Dawson acknowledged community...
April 23, 2024 at 6:12 AM -
Financial services has challenges so we look to tourism
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has again defended his interest in music festivals and cultural events, saying the government has to diversify the economy amid ongoing challenges in the financial services industry. The financial services...
April 23, 2024 at 6:05 AM
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Rasheda Hodge appointed Official Receiver
The government has appointed Rasheda Hodge as the new Official Receiver, a move likely to fortify the oversight of corporate solvency in the territory. The new position is especially crucial after the Insolvency (Amendment) Act 2022....
April 23, 2024 at 5:08 AM -
Paraquita Bay farmer blasts gov’t after losing crops
After losing 400 pounds of pumpkin due to unreliable water supply at Paraquita Bay, veteran farmer Movine Fahie has called for the current government to step down, saying they aren’t doing anything to improve agriculture in the...
April 22, 2024 at 6:33 AM -
Athletes get private sector support ahead of Olympics
As local athletes get ready to leave their mark at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, a number of private sector businesses and individuals have committed monetary support to assist the BVI Olympic Committee (BVIOC) that will be getting...
April 22, 2024 at 6:28 AM
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Police apprehend 17 illegal immigrants
An early morning tip-off led to the discovery of 17 suspected illegal immigrants hiding among the bushes in Cox Heath on Friday, April 19 the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) said. The group, comprising adults and children...
April 22, 2024 at 6:14 AM -
Two tourists missing in the BVI
Officials have requested the public’s assistance in locating two missing tourists, Pascal Bosman from the Netherlands and Martire Cabrera from the Dominican Republic. According to the Department of Immigration, both individuals...
April 22, 2024 at 5:44 AM -
Major player in BVI drug trafficking ring sentenced to 10 years
Ruben Reyes, who was labelled a kingpin by US officials, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after he and four others were arrested in a drug bust in November 2020. Reyes pleaded guilty last year to conspiracy to possession of...
April 21, 2024 at 6:17 AM
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50% reduction coming for electricity bills
Utilities Minister Kye Rymer has announced a groundbreaking initiative that promises to cut electricity bills by half for residents. The effort is part of a broader strategy by the government to tackle the high cost of living and promote...
April 19, 2024 at 9:52 AM -
We have to get a handle on gun crime
D6 Representative has called on the government to fix the crime problem that is affecting the community. “We have to get a handle, as was said before, on crime in this country, particularly gun crimes,” Walwyn said recently. “The...
April 19, 2024 at 7:28 AM -
EE police station closed temporarily
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force announced that the East End Police Station will be closed today, Friday, April 19, until further notice. The RVIPF did not give any reasons for the sudden closure but said officers will continue...
April 19, 2024 at 7:23 AM