Coronavirus: BVI Hong Kong staff under strict quarantine- Premier Fahie
"Since the outbreak of the Novel-Coronavirus, the government of the Virgin Islands has strictly adhered to the recommendations and policies of the Hong Kong Authorities to ensure the safety of the staff and office premises at BVI House Asia. This included the recommendations of working from home and the suspension of government services at our Hong Kong location," he said.
Premier Fahie made the statements at today's February 20, 2020, Fifth Sitting of the Second Session of the Fourth House of Assembly (HoA) at the HoA Chambers in Road Town, Tortola.
According to the Premier, staff will now only enter the office twice weekly for essential functions and documents, "All precautions are being taken to ensure the safety and health of the staff and safety of office premises" he said.
Regular checks being made
Hon Fahie noted that government will continue to conduct regular wellness checks, and local VI authorities will be on standby to offer assistance when the need arises as the quarantine continues.
"Employees are provided with private car services to avoid the usage of public transportation, office access is undertaken only during none peak office," Premier Fahie noted.
With a promise that his administration will do all that is necessary to protect the health and wellbeing of employees, the Premier said that the Territory's US and UK offices are not at risk as a result of the virus.
The Premier, however, has not indicated whether the government has plans to bring staff from the Hong Kong Office back to the Virgin Islands.
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5 Responses to “Coronavirus: BVI Hong Kong staff under strict quarantine- Premier Fahie ”
The Japanese officials have been criticised for how they handled the whole cruise ship affair. Not to be confused with proper quarantine facilities and procedures.
Would you rather have them come straight to BVI fom Hong Kong?