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Surviving the tariff war & growing our nation
Alred C. Frett
Placing the Blame Where Blame is Due
There’s so much drama about Tariffs and Trade Wars that we are overwhelmed by the noise and find it difficult to decide whether to stay focused on the shiny external Objects, or look at our own problems with the intent of doing the best we can with our limited resources… In this evolving tragedy, no one can predict the end, so each step we take may be the end of one drama and the beginning of another.
14 students in Cohort 3 of CMI Level 5 Diploma Programme @ HLSCC
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The third cohort of the Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) at H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) began on March 27, 2025, with 14 new students.
Hon Penn makes call for patriotic persons to join NDP
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Putting a team together that can competently deal with the growing list of issues plaguing the Virgin Islands (VI) is what Leader of the National Democratic Party (NDP) Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) has said is his main focus.
‘You all need to find a leader’- Claude O. Skelton-Cline to NDP
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— Clergyman and outspoken social and political commentator Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline, in a blistering assessment of the current political landscape in the Virgin Islands (VI), is calling for leadership renewal within the National Democratic Party (NDP).
Hon Walwyn denies being the cause of NDP’s split
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) has vehemently denied being the cause of the split of the National Democratic Party (NDP), but instead implied it was someone else’s bruised ego.
Leaders willing to ‘fix’ deficiencies in the system needed- Premier Wheatley
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has given his opinion as to what he believes a good leader is, after claiming that politicians are sometimes the main reason why changes needed in the Virgin Islands are not seen.
Ex-legislator Dr Kedrick D. Pickering blasts tri-party Opposition
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- In his talk show programme, ‘Eyes on the Future of Our Nation’ aired on ZBVI 780 AM on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, former legislator Dr Kedrick D. Pickering made some scathing allegations against the tri-party Opposition.
3 public officers to receive leadership training through CARICOM institution
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Three public officers are set to receive training through the Caribbean Administration for Development Administration’s (CARICAD) Mid-Level Leadership Programme.
Lorna G. Smith’s platform aims to transform the future of VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- National Democratic Party (NDP) At Large Candidate Lorna G. Smith, OBE said her platform is committed to transforming the future of the [British] Virgin Islands (VI), with plans to revitalise the economy, secure a sustainable future for the country’s youth, significantly reduce crime and the cost of living, as well as prepare the territory for a financially secure future.
‘Iron Lady’ Sandy M. Harrigan-Underhill launches D4 campaign
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- National Democratic Party (NDP) Fourth District Candidate Sandy M. Harrigan-Underhill believes her track record when it comes to leadership speaks for itself, as she was given the name ‘Iron Lady’ during her former years as Principal of the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS).
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