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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 -
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
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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 -
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
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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 -
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
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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 -
Can gov’t give reliable shore power to cruise ships?
Although several sections of the residential and business communities often complain about frequent power outages, Works Minister Kye Rymer has stated that the government is considering a request to provide cruise ships with shore...
April 19, 2024 at 6:21 AM -
How will gov’t fund its promised road rehabilitation?
Works Minister Kye Rymer yesterday avoided questions about how the government plans to fund the rehabilitation of some 38 miles of roads that they’ve promised to upgrade on Tortola, Virgin Gorda and Jost Van Dyke. At a press...
April 19, 2024 at 6:08 AM
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Public servants working in fear, says Opposition Leader
Public servants are working in fear, which has continued to affect productivity in the public service in the aftermath of the Commission of Inquiry (COI). Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton suggested that public servants are fearful...
April 18, 2024 at 11:42 AM -
Local banks accused of exploitation
One lawmaker has accused local commercial banks of exploiting their customers, arguing that some of these questionable tactics are not found at their other branches. Both the government and opposition members have blamed banks in...
April 18, 2024 at 7:54 AM -
Gov’t should let Chinese extend the airport — Fraser
D3 Representative Julian Fraser suggested that the government hire Chinese nationals to expand the Terrance B Lettsome International Airport Runway since others might not do the job adequately. “What happened to the Chinese?”...
April 18, 2024 at 7:42 AM
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I have a grace for government
Talk show host Claude Skelton Cline has stated that he has “a grace for government” adding that he knows how things ought to be when it comes to good governance in the BVI. Skelton Cline said his “grace for government”...
April 18, 2024 at 6:24 AM -
Premier is probably ahead of his time
While encouraging the territory’s leader to be bold in making unpopular decisions to build the country, D3 Representative Julian Fraser said he believes Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley is probably ahead of his time. While speaking...
April 18, 2024 at 6:19 AM -
Stop saying nothing is happening in BVI — Premier
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has warned critics to stop saying that nothing was happening with the economy in the BVI, urging them to focus on creating opportunities for locals to achieve success instead. Dr Wheatley highlighted a recently...
April 17, 2024 at 11:14 AM
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Stop putting down the cruise industry
While stating that he isn’t offended when the Opposition members point out problems in the territory, Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has asked them not to perpetuate the idea that the cruise industry has no impact on the local...
April 17, 2024 at 6:35 AM -
Virgin Islanders in business don’t give back enough
Talk show host Cindy Rosan has posited that businesses owned by Virgin Islanders aren’t doing enough philanthropic activities to improve the community. Rosan also rebuffed claims that times are tough, saying the culture persisted...
April 17, 2024 at 6:28 AM -
Are public servants too comfortable in their jobs?
A legislator has proposed that the Premier should demand more from his administration, claiming they might be too settled in their current positions. At the time, D3 Representative Julian Fraser was making the case that Premier Dr...
April 17, 2024 at 6:18 AM