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Sowande Uhuru lashes HOA contract award system to fellow legislators
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Social commentator Natalio Wheatley aka Sowande Uhuru has once again criticised the legislative measure that allows Members of the House of Assembly (HOA) to have the support of their colleagues in receiving government contracts, some of which may result in conflict with their work in the legislature.
Lack of water forces early closure at Ebenezer Thomas Primary School
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI – A broken water main is being held as responsible for the unusually early dismissal of classes yesterday November 19, 2012 at the Ebenezer Thomas Primary School in Sea Cows Bay.
No infringements on Global's contract during time in office- Hon. Fraser
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Former Minister for Communications and Works Hon. Julian Fraser RA, has said there were no infringements on Global Water Associates’ contract with Government during his time in office and is also resting the blame on the confusion surrounding the BiWater Agreement at the feet of the ruling National Democratic Party (NDP) administration, which he said continues to pretend that the Agreement and BiWater does not exist.
Andrews sets new National time trial record!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI -The BVI Cycling Federation hosted its National Time Trail and Jason Bally Memorial Race on September 29 and 30, 2012 with Orano Andrews setting a new National Speed record in winning the Elite Division
Hon. Vanterpool: SSB money is for the pensioners
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – “Just because we might have the Social Security Board money down here that does not belong to us, that belongs to the pensioners,” declared Minister for Communications and Works, Mark Vanterpool at the recent House of Assembly Sitting during his debate on the motion to review the Protocols for Effective Financial Management that was signed between the Virgin Islands and the United Kingdom.
A subtle call for independence?
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – “We must start to believe in self-determination, if we want grow up at some point as a Territory. We must not live in our parents' house and continue to accuse them of how they treating us, beating up on us and why they are not giving us….I believe at some point you have to pick up your bags and go through the door,” declared outspoken 5th District Representative Hon. Delores Christopher during her contributions to the debate last evening July 3, 2012 on the motion to review the Pro
Pure Playaz too tricky for Hon. Fraser's Rebels!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Even with long time Basketball fan and sponsor, the Honourable Julian Fraser RA, in attendance, the shorthanded Rebels from Sea Cows Bay couldn’t get their season going Saturday night May 26, 2012, finishing up with a 86-73 defeat to the Pure Playaz in the BVI Basketball Federation (BVIBF) Summer League.
Gov’t should take “bigger interest” in horseracing - Fraser
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Territory’s leader was encouraged to take a “bigger interest” in horseracing as it is the sport that generates revenue and unifies both the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) and the Virgin Islands (VI).
Opposition will be watching Gov’t like a hawk – Hon. Fraser
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Third District Representative, Hon. Julian Fraser RA, said that with the Territory’s budget now passed, the Opposition can begin its work by keeping the ruling party – the National Democratic Party (NDP) – on its toes.
Hon. Fraser: There is nothing to be optimistic about in Territory’s budget!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – “There is nothing to be optimistic about, nothing unusual. I don’t think there is anything in there for people to be rejoicing about, it’s more of the same thing...hard times ahead and people must come to grips with reality and understand that budget is a reflection of what is going to happen or what is happening around the world,” were 3rd District Representative, Hon. Julian Fraser’s view on the recently passed budget for 2012.
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