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NDP resignations vindicates Opposition Leader no confidence motion
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The recent plethora of resignations from the National Democratic Party (NDP) has vindicated the call by Opposition Leader, Honourable Andrew A. Fahie (R1), when he sought to move a motion of no-confidence against the ruling NDP administration.
No-bid contracts continue under NDP gov’t, why? - Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHER'S BAY, Tortola, VI: On an episode of ‘Honestly Speaking,’ dated November 6, 2018, Claude O. Skelton-Cline is questioning how the National Democratic Party (NDP) government continues to have no-bid contracts under their watch with absolutely no repercussions.
VIP’s Dr. Arlene L. Smith-Thompson shares vision for D3
BAUGHER'S BAY, Tortola, VI: On the latest episode of ‘Honestly Speaking,’ dated November 6, 2018, host Claude O. Skelton-Cline featured Virgin Islands Party Candidate for District Three, Dr Arlene L. Smith-Thompson who spoke about her hopes, plans and vision for the Third District now that she is in the political area.
Action needed from NDP on rising insurance costs - Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHER'S BAY, Tortola, VI: On an episode of ‘Honestly Speaking,’ dated October 30 2018, host Claude O. Skelton-Cline delivered a whipping to the National Democratic Party (NDP) government over its failure to adequately address the rising cost of insurance premiums in the Territory.
Skelton-Cline wants zero tolerance on crime
BAUGHER'S BAY, Tortola, VI: On the latest episodes of ‘Honestly Speaking,’ dated October 30 2018, host Claude O. Skelton-Cline in his opening commentary called for citizens, law enforcement and other decision makers to have a zero tolerance on crime.
How did Walwyn get hands on AG’s Wall Report? - Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHER'S BAY, Tortola, VI: Questions are being raised as to how Minister for Education and Culture Hon Myron V. Walwyn (AL) got his hands on the AG’s Special Report following the investigation of the Elmore Stoutt High School wall costing some $1.6M.
VIP to vote in December for its at Large slate; 8 persons to vie for 4 seats
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI: Word reaching our news desk from senior Virgin Islands Party (VIP) Officials is that the Party Congress will vote on Saturday, December 1, 2018, to fill four of its at-large candidate positions for the 2019 General Elections.
Religious leaders get clarion call to speak out against Hon Walwyn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Religious leaders in the Virgin Islands (VI) are being called on, to speak out against the divisive politics being employed by co leader of government business in the House of Assembly (HoA), Honourable Myron V. Walwyn (AL).
Better waste management policies needed—Queen Shereen
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Virgin Islands (VI) is recognised internationally as the ‘Sailing Capital of the World’ and one of the Caribbean’s premier tourist destinations but its waste management policies are in immediate need of an overhaul.
Africa trip cost would be better spent on Health Services-Queen Shereen
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The cancellation of a trip to Africa by a Government led delegation is being welcomed as good news since the monies could be better used in the Virgin Islands (VI).
