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VIslanders will still look to government for assistance – Resident
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – One resident has argued that despite cries by certain sections of the population against government’s planned pursuit of a $15 guaranteed head tax from Disney Cruise Line (DCL) and Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) passengers, Virgin Islanders will still turn to government in times of need.
First Bank outshines BVIHSA in UMI's Battle of the Corps!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Fashion and competition took another level, one that has fashion designers biting their finger tips and the management of UMI spinning on a medal, when First Bank BVI and BVI Health Services Authority (BHIHSA) took to the cat walk on Friday October 25, 2013 in the UMI Fashion's Battle of the Corps (BOC) showdown.
Locals should have been approached for cruise pier project - commentators
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Given all the missteps that have taken place with the cruise pier development project and government’s approaches to outsiders for funding, commentators have questioned why locals are not being engaged as part of their efforts to secure funds to get the project off the ground.
Gov’t unhappy about LIME situation; meets with affected staff
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Government members have reportedly met with both staff and management at LIME following its recent announcement of redefining the way it does business by incorporating a managed services business model.
FATCA reporting out of scope of gov’t – Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Commentator Douglas Wheatley has taken issue with the government’s intention to facilitate reporting related to the Foreign Accounts Tax Compliance Act [FATCA] for citizens of the United States (US), positing that it is outside the scope of the Virgin Islands (VI) government.
NDP Gov't does not have a grip on VI economy – Hon. Fraser
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Contending that the Virgin Islands (VI) economy is currently at a crossroads, Third District Representative Hon. Julian Fraser, RA has accused the ruling National Democratic Party (NDP) of not having a grip on affairs as the economy continues to slip.
Ferry operators blast alleged secret government deals!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – A series of damning revelations have emerged about negotiations between local ferry operators and government representatives. Virgin Islands News Online was made aware of this alleged development by a highly placed source closely affiliated with the ruling National Democratic Party (NDP) government.
Should the VI revise its ‘General Orders’ once more?
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – “I think, unfortunately, it’s very difficult to get some of the changes that we want in society outside of government and outside of politics because the politicians wield so much power right now,” Natalio Wheatley aka Sowande Uhuru said in a recent interview with Virgin Islands News Online.
Job trend statistics needed for VI - Commentator
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – "Is this the pattern? Is this something that will continue because of the state of our economy?" These were the questions asked by commentator, Mr Douglas Wheatley following a number of layoffs at various companies across the Territory.
Gov’t should involve public in decision making – resident
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – While suggesting there is currently a lack of available information, one resident has firmly stated the need for government to have a more serious dialogue with Virgin Islanders about where it needs to be in the tourism industry.
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