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With who does the ‘buck’ really stops with on BVIEC matters?!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Opposite sides of the House of Assembly have different opinions as to where “the buck” stops as it relates to matters of decision making at the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC). This was heard during the debate on the appointment of Mr Ron R. Potter as the new Chairman of the BVIEC Board.
Hons. Fraser & O’Neal clash in HOA over PAC!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- It was Virgin Islands News Online that first broke the story on November 15, 2013 that popular Third District Representative Honourable Julian Fraser RA, had since November 5, 2013 resigned as a member of the powerful House of Assembly’s select Public Accounts Committee (PAC).
‘Take flowers while you are alive’ – URVC honours legacy of Hon. O’Neal
LONG LOOK, Tortola, VI – Bishop Mervin S. Herbert, joined by members of the Upper Room Victory Church, politicians from both sides of the House of Assembly, friends and relatives of former Premier and leader of the Virgin Islands Party (VIP), Honourable Ralph T. O’Neal OBE, recognized the stalwart politician for his services to the Virgin Islands for more than 40 years on Sunday November 17, 2013.
Hon. Fraser calls it quits from Public Accounts Committee!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islands News Online’s sources close to the Opposition Virgin Islands Party have confirmed to this news site that Third District Representative Honourable Julian Fraser RA, has resigned as a member of the House of Assembly’s standing select Public Accounts Committee.
Speaker throws more cold water on Premier Smith's 'robust economy' claims
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Speaker of the House, Hon. Ingrid Moses started proceedings of the first sitting of the third session of the second House of Assembly (HOA) on Monday October 7, 2013 by letting members know of the serious challenges facing the territory and the need for them to work together to relieve the hurts of the people.
OBE recipient 'Mrs P' thanks VI people for allowing her to work with & for them
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- “The territory of the Virgin Islands has produced many remarkable sons and daughters who have served unselfishly to make life better for everyone and to make the country a better place. This description certainly fits Mrs Parsons who has given dedicated service to her country for over 50 years in so many different capacities.”
Does the VI Govt care about CARICOM?
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands remains one of the most diverse places on earth with many Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) nationals, living, working and visiting our shores.
Hon. Fraser ready to serve as Party Leader & Premier if called
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Third District Representative Hon. Julian Fraser, RA said he has not ruled out being Premier of the Virgin Islands and said he will be ready if called upon to serve in this capacity or that of leader of the Virgin Islands Party.
UPDATE: Get rid of ‘Governor in Council’– R.T. O’Neal
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Looking through the ordinance, Leader of the Opposition, Honourable Ralph T. O’Neal OBE has stressed it is time the term ‘Governor in Council’ be removed from the Ordinance of the Virgin Islands.
Stickett should have official opening activity of Festival- Hon. Pickering
LONG LOOK, Tortola, VI - Deputy Premier and Minister for Natural Resources and Labour, Dr the Honourable Kedrick D. Pickering has made a call for a remembrance activity be held at The Stickett in Long Look annually to herald the start of the festival season.
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