Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon. Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), described his December 23, 2025, meeting with the Social Security Board as forward-looking. Photo: Facebook

Heath and Social Development Minister, Hon. Vincent O. Wheatley (R9), met with the Chairman, Director, and Members of the Social Security Board on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. Photo: Internet Source

Hon Wheatley met with the Chairman, Director, and Members of the Social Security Board on Tuesday, December 23, 2025.

“My recent meeting with the Board was entirely focused on future developments. We discussed the Board's role in the context of a modern BVI,” Minister Wheatley told Virgin Islands News Online (VINO).

Six topics of discussion 

The discussions, Hon Wheatley revealed, revolved around six key thematic areas. They are:

• Good Governance, Accountability, and Transparency
• Comparative Review of Contributions and Benefits
• Expanding the Safety Net for the Vulnerable, including the Unemployed and Elderly
• Leveraging the Board’s Investment Portfolio to Support Local Economic Development
• Expanding the Scope and Structure of the Board to Increase Local Development Impact
• Sustainability and Success of the National Health Insurance System

2025 challenging but saw steady growth

“Despite its many challenges and uncertainties, 2025 saw steady performance and growth in the Board's Net Assets," Hon Wheatley informed. 

In a Facebook post, the Minister expressed, "It was an honour to present to the distinguished Chairman, Director, and Members of the Social Security Board as we contemplated Social Security for 2026 and beyond."

He further remarked, “Keeping the vision of H.L. Stoutt and R.T. O’Neal alive in a modern BVI is no simple task, but I think the Team is ready and able to deliver for the people of the Virgin Islands well into the future.’’