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Tuesday, October 29, 2024 is Budget Day!
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) will read his third Budget Address to the nation as Minister of Finance later this month, one of the earliest budget presentations by the government.
4 accused of murdering Matthew D. Daly freed of charge
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The four men who were charged on October 13, 2021, for the murder of businessman Matthew Daly on September 10, 2020, were freed of the charge in the High Court today, October 15, 2024.
Premier Wheatley & UK Ambassador discuss UK-OT international cooperation
NEW YORK, USA- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and United Kingdom (UK) Ambassador H.E. James Kariuki have discussed international cooperation between the UK and Overseas Territories (OTs) following a United Nations’ (UN) agreement on the ‘Pact for the Future’, a declaration aimed at reforming the international system to encourage a safer, more peaceful, sustainable and inclusive world for tomorrow’s generation.
Increased connectivity 'means a better future for our people'- Premier Wheatley
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) is better connected to the rest of the Caribbean region due to the commencement of flights to and from the VI by Caribbean Airlines.
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TAG vehicles destroyed by fire in Duff's Bottom
DUFF'S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI—A fire destroyed several new vehicles belonging to Tortola Auto Group (TAG) at Duff's Bottom, Tortola early this morning, Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
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.
Skelton-Cline predicts winners for D1-D8 in VI’s 2023 elections
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI– Controversial pastor and radio show host Claude O. Skelton-Cline on April 4, 2023, shared his predictions for the winners of the 2023 elections, which is considered one of the most important elections in the Virgin Islands, being on the heels of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI), the implementation of CoI reforms and the threat of suspension of the constitution by the United Kingdom (UK).
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