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May 18th, 2026
Locals express frustration over 'discriminatory hiring practices' in yachting industry

NANNY CAY, VI– Local boat captains and chefs in the Virgin Islands are expressing significant concerns over a growing lack of employment opportunities. They attribute this crisis to discriminatory hiring practices by major charter companies, manipulation of the work permit system, and changes in cross-border regulations.

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May 18th, 2026 Locals express frustration over 'discriminatory hiring practices' in yachting industry

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May 18th, 2026
Locals express frustration over 'discriminatory hiring practices' in yachting industry