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9 inmates receive high school certificates through VIHCP
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- On Wednesday, July 16, 2025, a group of determined individuals proved that it’s never too late to change the course of your life.
UPDATE: 2 males held by police are 17-year-olds; Glock pistol seized- RVIPF
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The two individuals taken into custody on Thursday morning, July 17, 2025, after they were found to be acting suspiciously around one of the banks in Road Town, are 17-year-olds, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) stated in a press release this afternoon.
Meeting with OTs Minister was 'engaging & productive'- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has reaffirmed the territory's commitment to international cooperation in the fight against illicit finance.
VI would be 'better' upon CoI completion- Bermuda’s Minister for Home Affairs
MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA- Bermuda’s Minister for Home Affairs, Hon Alexa N.H. Lightborne, has said the Virgin Islands (VI) can only be better following the conclusion of the implementation of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) reforms.
Cabinet members accused of boycotting meeting when Deputy Governor is presiding
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI– Social Commentator and Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has called on Cabinet members to refrain from absenting themselves when the Deputy Governor is presiding over sessions.
12 young swimmers to compete @ VISF Long Course Championships
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Twelve young swimmers from the BVI Barracudas Swim Club will compete this weekend at the Virgin Islands Swimming Federation (VISF) Long Course Championships in St Croix at the Dolphins Pool.
Opposition vows to support government in matters relating to CoI reforms
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Opposition Members in the Virgin Islands (VI) House of Assembly (HoA) have vowed to support the government over what was referred to as a ‘perfect storm’ over several issues in the VI, including matters related to the implementation of the recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) report.
Late legislator Carvin Malone to lie in state from Feb 1, 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The official funeral of former legislator Mr Carvin Malone will be held on Friday, February 2, 2023, at the Multi-purpose Sports Complex.
BVI Tourist Board to manage VI Festival & Fairs Committee
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has approved the transfer of the functions of the VI Festival and Fairs Committee (VIF&FC) to the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB).
Governor could force same-sex marriage on VI with additional powers- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Governor being given additional powers could result in some of the [British] Virgin Islands’ worst fears: legalising same-sex marriage and passing the controversial Police Act.

