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‘The Governor & I have had a few challenges’ selecting CoI reviewers- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- It is unclear the exact nature of the challenges; however, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) said he and Governor John J. Rankin, CMG have been having “a few challenges” in selecting persons to undertake various reviews recommended in the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) Report.
Labour Department in shambles; A work permit took 1 year!- SFC
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The true challenges of the Labour and Workforce Department was revealed last month, December 2022, in the Standing Finance Committee (SFC) deliberations to examine the 2023 Budget estimates.
Direct flights a huge win but don’t forget issues plaguing D7- Kevon S. Lettsome
LONG LOOK, Tortola, VI- Young political aspirant Mr Kevon S. Lettsome has commended the Unity Government of Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) for successfully negotiating direct flights to the territory from the mainland, USA.
What are the VI's Self-Determination options?
Edgar Leonard
The right to self-determination for colonised territories is a right that is a generally accepted principle of international law advocated by the UN.
‘De-risking’ by banks making it difficult for small man & foreign investors- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- De-risking measures, which were originally intended to combat international organised crime such as money laundering and terrorism financing, have been making it increasingly difficult – and even impossible - for ordinary, honest persons – the small ordinary men and women and the small business - to get access to basic banking services such as opening a bank account or getting a credit card.
National 3-day Prayer & Fast begins today, April 10, 2022
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Recognising that it was through prayers that the Virgin Islands was able to overcome its many challenges over generations to blossom into a jewel of the Caribbean, the territory has been called upon to engage in a National 3-day Prayer and Fast today, April 10, 2022.
Hike in minimum wage ‘intentionally’ put off due to state of VI’s economy– Labour Minister
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Natural Resources, Labour and Immigration Hon. Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has revealed that the overdue increase in the Virgin Islands’ minimum wage has been intentionally put on hold due to the current state of the territory’s economy.
Lawsuits incurred by NDP Gov’t reach $20M & counting- Premier Fahie
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- No doubt the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) Government had no idea that it was going to be challenged by a global pandemic that would see revenues to the territory reduced to a trickle while having to dish out monies not previously budgeted for to keep the economy going; however, it may have never expected to be met by a debt amounting in the millions for lawsuits incurred by the ousted National Democratic Party (NDP).
VI Gov’t holds 'inspirational' national prayer breakfast for local leaders
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- As the territory faces a number of challenges that will require an 'all hands on deck' approach, strength and spiritual guidance, the Government of the Virgin Islands hosted a national prayer breakfast for leaders this morning, Thursday, January 27, 2022.
NDP Gov't had challenges enforcing mandatory sentencing - Hon Penn on gun laws
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Opposition Leader Hon Marlon A. Penn (R1) has said the previous National Democratic Party (NDP) Government had challenges enforcing minimum mandatory sentences regarding illegal weapons.
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