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'I invite every single one of them' to join Gov't- Premier Wheatley to Opposition
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—In an already politically charged atmosphere in the Territory, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has openly invited each of the members of His Majesty's Loyal Opposition to cross the floor and join his administration.
OECS leaders close ranks to collectively stave off new global tariff threats
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has reaffirmed the Virgin Islands’ commitment to regional collaboration and food security, following his return from the 76th meeting of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Authority in Saint Martin.
Economic impact of 'successful' Vybz Kartel concert to be analysed- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has publicly congratulated local promoter Mr Steve E. Parillon and Yolo Promotions on the “resounding success” of the Black On Black Concert featuring Vybz Kartel on March 15, 2025.
Premier Wheatley in Saint Martin as French territory set to join OECS today
MARIGOT, Saint Martin- The Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), is away from the Territory on official duty, from Tuesday, March 18, 2025, until Thursday, March 20, 2025.
UN Roadmap to improve development finance access launched in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Premier and Minister of Finance of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), on March 15, 2025—officially launched the United Nations (UN) Eastern Caribbean Overseas Territories Roadmap for Improving Access to Development Finance.
Adventist Youth Society honours outstanding VG residents
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- As part of Adventist Global Youth Day activities on Saturday, March 15, 2025, the Adventist Youth Society on Virgin Gorda honoured three outstanding residents in the community.
Dr the Hon Karl Dawson no longer a Jr Minister; To be Deputy Speaker
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- While announcing the return of former Deputy Premier Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL) to his government today, March 11, 2025, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) also announced that Dr the Honourable Karl Dawson (R1) has been relieved of his Junior Minister portfolio.
UPDATE: Hon Smith will be Minister of State for Financial Services & Economic Dev’t- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- As first and accurately reported by our News Centre today, March 11, 2025, Opposition Member and Territorial At Large Representative Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE has returned to the government of Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7).
Skelton-Cline rebukes public officers 'disrespecting' Premier Wheatley
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— Political and social commentator, as well as former government consultant, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, on his Honestly Speaking broadcast on ZBVI 780 AM on March 4, 2025, delivered a forceful rebuke to certain public officers and board members, whom he accused of outright disrespect toward Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D Wheatley (R7), also accusing them of undermining his authority in the process.
Premier Wheatley in Grenada; Hon Fraser is Acting Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) is away from the Territory from March 4 to 6, 2025, attending the Third Annual Council of Ministers for Immigration meeting in Grenada.

