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BVI Hong Kong Office & WINBVI launch scholarship partnership
HONG KONG, China- Women in Need BVI (WINBVI) and the BVI Hong Kong Office have entered into a partnership for a scholarship programme.
VI-USVI situation is ‘not about money’- Hon Julian Fraser RA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change Hon Julian Fraser, RA (R3) has said the current issues between the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) and the Virgin Islands (VI) is not about money.
VG gets facelift for Easter festivities
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- As Virgin Gorda prepares to receive an influx of visitors for the Virgin Gorda Easter Festival beginning this weekend, the sister island has received a much-welcomed facelift.
BVI Full Moon Party was used to promote VI as summer destination- BVITBFC
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) said it has initiated its destination marketing efforts in Puerto Rico to entice its travelers to consider the Virgin Islands (VI) as the perfect destination for their summer holiday plans.
14 students in Cohort 3 of CMI Level 5 Diploma Programme @ HLSCC
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The third cohort of the Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) at H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) began on March 27, 2025, with 14 new students.
USVI Governor concedes boating disparities; Negotiations near completion
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI—In what both sides described as a constructive and candid second round of high-level discussions, Premier of the Virgin Islands (VI), Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and Governor of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) Albert A. Bryan Jr. advanced significantly toward a bilateral agreement to address long standing disparities in the marine sector.
Skelton-Cline advocates collective stand against UK overreach
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— Radio personality and outspoken commentator Claude O. Skelton-Cline is calling on elected officials to formally draft a singular, collective correspondence articulating the Territory’s official position on the Review of Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Bodies in the British Virgin Islands, Volume II: A Roadmap for 2025 to 2035.
Application process for MSME grants being simplified- Hon Smith
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- The application process for the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Grant Programme launched in 2024 is being made easier.
BVIEC announces 7-man team for 2025 CARILEC Lineworkers Rodeo
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI— The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) has announced the official team representing the Virgin Islands at the upcoming 2025 CARILEC Lineworkers Rodeo, Symposium, and Field Safety Training taking place in the Virgin Islands (VI) on April 27, 2025.
UPDATE: VI & USVI discussing proposed amendments to charter boat legislation
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- A delegation led by Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) is in St Thomas, US Virgin Islands, engaging their USVI counterparts on the proposed amendments to the charter boat legislation and their wider impact on the Greater Virgin Islands.
USVI: Several Haitians arrested @ Red Hook for illegal entry
VI CONSORTIUM
RED HOOK, St Thomas, USVI- Federal authorities at the Red Hook Ferry Terminal on St Thomas, US Virgin Islands (USVI) arrested multiple Haitian nationals over the course of several days in April, charging them with illegally entering the United States.
VI’s presence @ Seatrade 2025 prepares it for the future- Clive L. McCoy
MIAMI, Florida, USA- Director of the BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC), Mr Clive L. McCoy has said the Virgin Islands (VI) having representation at Seatrade Cruise Global 2025 allows the territory to have a glimpse at what is happening globally.
VI ready to work with UK but won't compromise democratic rights- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—The recently published Law Enforcement Review, Volume II, by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS), while containing some practical recommendations that will be considered, is in large part flawed and fundamentally unacceptable.
'I'm an independent' working with VIP gov't- Hon Lorna G. Smith
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- With the National Democratic Party (NDP) seeking to restructure itself and inviting persons to join and rejoin, Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL), the Junior Minister for Financial Services, Trade and Economic Development, has maintained she is not affiliated with any political party and is independent.
Dr Jerry R. Smith recommends sweeping reforms for USVI hospitals
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The Chairman of the Government Hospital & Health Facilities Corporation in the US Virgin Islands (USVI), Dr Jerry R. Smith, has called for structural reforms to stabilise USVI hospitals, including reliable funding sources, centralised systems, CRNA law updates, and Medicaid match changes to break the cycle of emergency relief.
RVIPF vows to clampdown on excessively noisy scooters & large trucks
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is sending a strong warning to motorists who continue to disturb communities with excessive noise: Enforcement is coming in 2025.
Venezuelan convicted of illegal entry, drugs & firearm offences ordered deported
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A Venezuelan man who was convicted and sentenced to jail for illegal entry, and drugs and firearm charges has been ordered deported from the territory by Governor Daniel Pruce.
BVIPA 2025 Easter Schedule for Offices and Warehouses
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) would like to inform the public of the following Easter holiday schedule for the offices and warehouses on Tortola and Virgin Gorda.
Hon Penn makes call for patriotic persons to join NDP
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Putting a team together that can competently deal with the growing list of issues plaguing the Virgin Islands (VI) is what Leader of the National Democratic Party (NDP) Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) has said is his main focus.
JvD residents get free eye screenings
GREAT HARBOUR, Jost van Dyke, VI- The BVI Diabetes Association, in partnership with visiting UK eye specialists, hosted a free eye screening clinic on Jost van Dyke on Saturday, April 12, 2025.
Premier Wheatley attends BVI Full Moon Party in Puerto Rico
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) was among the large number of persons who attended the annual BVI Full Moon Party in Puerto Rico.
Some recommendations in Law Enforcement Review Report ‘simply repugnant’- Hon Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Asking if the recommendations of the Review of Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Bodies in the British Virgin Islands, Volume II: A Roadmap for 2025 to 2035, is a continuation of the Commission of Inquiry in the Virgin Islands, Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL) has urged the urged public to read the report for themselves.
St Thomas crowns 2025 Petite Princess, Princess & Jr Miss
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Skai Lewis, Kaysa Freeman, and Jada-Marie Donovan were crowned 2025 STT Petite Princess, Princess, and Jr. Miss after a night of talent, culture, and creativity that showcased recycled fashion, madras couture, and heartfelt tributes to US Virgin Islands (USVI) heritage.
Monea is 1st VI artiste to receive Caribbean Music Awards nomination
BROOKLYN, New York, USA- Rising Virgin Islands artiste Monéa, born Monea L. Richardson, has secured a nomination at the Caribbean Music Awards, placing her firmly amongst a dynamic class of breakout dancehall talents including Armanii, Malie Donn, and Lady Lava.
30 VI athletes named for Carifta Games in T&T
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Thirty (30) athletes were selected to represent the Territory of the Virgin Islands at the premier junior track and field event of the region, the Carifta Games.
Mrs BVI Globe’s journey ends with top 30 selection
SHENZHEN, China- The journey for Mrs BVI Globe 2025 Teneka T. Arthur at the 29th Mrs Globe Pageant in Shenzhen, China, today, Saturday, April 12, 2025, has ended.
UK's roadmap report is 'recolonisation in disguise'- Hon de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- “We believe in reform, but we also realise — we are an intellectual people — and we realise that this report that is before us is not reform. It is recolonisation in disguise,” Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs and Sports, Hon Sharie B. de Castro (AL) has said.
Vulnerable males in VG receive assistance
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI- Vulnerable males in the Virgin Gorda community received assistance from the Safe Haven Transitional Centre through its April 4, 2025, outreach programme.
2025 Seatrade Cruise Global a success for VI
MIAMI BEACH, Florida, USA- Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has deemed the Virgin Islands’ (VI) representation at the 2025 Seatrade Cruise Global a success.
Hon Mather slams Governor’s move to replace CoP Vanterpool as ‘premeditated’
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly (HoA), Hon Stacy R. Mather (AL), has openly condemned how the Governor’s Office has handled the future of the Police Commissioner’s post in the Virgin Islands (VI), questioning both the timing and substance of a press release issued during the House's debate on the newly tabled report, ‘A Review of Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Bodies in the British Virgin Islands, Volume II: A Roadmap for 2025 to 2035’.
Donald Trump and MAGA: driving the world to crisis and war.
By Dickson C. Igwe
The whole world watches with trepidation the puppet show in the halls of power in the USA. The USA remains the global hegemon. Donald Trump the puppet master appears not to care about the consequences of his actions.
ESHS launches Lunch Ambassador Programme to foster positive student relationships
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) has announced the launch of its Lunch Ambassador Programme, a key initiative under the Partners for Peace programme.
This Week We Feature Young Professional T’ya E. Peters
By Kirshena J. Joseph
This week, the spotlight is turned on Miss T’ya E. Peters, a young Virgin Islands native, who has already etched her name as someone unafraid to follow her heart, living by the motto 'Do it afraid'.
'We could have all been in Antigua with him'- Hon Skelton to Hon Walwyn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- It seemed like a joke gone bad in the House of Assembly (HoA), when the current and former Opposition Leaders Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) and Hon Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) went at each other.
US tariff uncertainty stalls VI minimum wage decision further- Premier Wheatley
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI— The long-anticipated announcement of a new minimum wage has been further delayed due to uncertainties surrounding proposed United States tariff increases that could significantly impact the cost of living in the Territory. This is according to the Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7).
VI, ‘it is time to pay attention to what is going on’- Hon Mather
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI— Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly (HoA) of the Virgin Islands Honourable Stacy R. Mather (AL) has issued a stern warning over the proposed overhaul of the Police Act, citing grave concerns about human rights infringements and systemic neglect of the territory’s most vulnerable citizens.
Law Enforcement Review Report 'is a racist report'- Hon Skelton
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition member Hon Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) has accused the recently published second volume of the law enforcement review of being steeped in racism and a disrespect to the people of the Virgin Islands.
VI archers compete in Las Vegas Shoot 2025!
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, USA- Five talented athletes from the Virgin Islands Field Archery Federation (VIFAF) recently travelled to Las Vegas, United States of America to compete in the world’s largest and most prestigious indoor archery tournament— Las Vegas Shoot 2025!
UPDATE: Jamaican man identified as drowning victim
CARROT BAY, Tortola, VI- The man who drowned while fishing on rocks at the 'Carrot Bay Point' yesterday, Wednesday, April 9, 2025, has been identified as Ranceford George Burnett.
'It’s just the two of us at this point'- Hon Penn on fragmented Opposition
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Opposition Members have long been united in the call for the unification of Opposition parties if they are to stand a chance against the ruling Virgin Islands Party (VIP).
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