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‘Let’s face it, we need agencies like’ the RDA- Premier Wheatley
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- It was in October 2022, that the lifespan of the Virgin Islands Development Agency (RDA) was extended to December 31, 2025, by the Cabinet of the Virgin Islands, which also instructed that the RDA must develop and execute a plan to transfer its knowledge and skills to the Department of Public Works, and any other relevant agency in collaboration with the Premier's Office.
Dr Natalio D. Wheatley retains Chairmanship of VIP
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has been voted to remain as Chairman of the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) as it heads into the 2023 General Election.
Premier Wheatley roasted on radio show for keeping VI in dark over UK Minister visit
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) was put on blast for not keeping the Virgin Islands public in the loop concerning the visit to the Virgin Islands (VI) by United Kingdom (UK) Minister for the Overseas Territories, Lord Frank Zacharias Robin Goldsmith.
Hon Penn may become future VI Premier but not in 2023 – Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - Social Commentator Claude O. Skelton-Cline said while he believes the current National Democratic Party (NDP) Chairman and Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8), may become the Premier at some point in the future, that time is not in 2023.
Premier Wheatley tells USVI ‘there will be an election’ in VI but gives no date
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- The [British] Virgin Islands has entered into an election year and although it is constitutionally due at the end of May 2023, the electorate remains in a state of suspense as a definite date is yet to be announced by Leader of the National Unity Government Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7).
Commercialisation & modernisation have weakened kindred spirit in VI- Premier
LONG LOOK, Tortola, VI- Noting that commercialisation and modernisation have weakened the bonds of togetherness in the Virgin Islands, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), in his Christmas Day Message, today, December 25, 2022, has called for the rejuvenating of the Virgin Islands’ family spirit.
Hon Mark A. Brantley retains Gov’t in Nevis Island Administration
CHARLESTOWN, St Kitts & Nevis - Months after voting in the Federal Elections, Nevisians on December 12, 2022, voted to elect a new governing body for the Nevis Island Administration.
Premier’s post should be held by Indigenous Virgin Islander - Willock
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - Former Speaker of the House of Assembly (HoA), Julian Willock said he believes the next version of the territory’s constitution should contain “some protection for the indigenous Virgin Islander,” including in the highest public office.
UPDATE: Nothing to worry about; I will be up & about in no time- Premier
DUFF'S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) is assuring persons concerned about his well-being that there is no need to worry as he will be alright “in no time.”
‘I do not believe’ VIP or NDP will win next general elections- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Noting that he believes the next 13 elected officials need to be specifically handpicked by the people of the Virgin Islands, commentator Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has also opined that neither the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) nor the National Democratic Party (NDP) will win the 2023 general elections.
