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Progress continues on construction of modern market square in RT

-Kiosks being constructed
The transformed market square will have 16 kiosks, a gazebo, green spaces, restrooms, a bus depot and local monumental artifacts. Photo: GIS
Foundation for the kiosks have already been constructed. Photo: GIS
Foundation for the kiosks have already been constructed. Photo: GIS
According to Premier and Minister of Finance Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1), construction of the modern market square in the heart of the capital city Road Town is progressing 'extremely well' and when completed will be a 'beauty to behold'. Photo: Facebook/File
According to Premier and Minister of Finance Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1), construction of the modern market square in the heart of the capital city Road Town is progressing 'extremely well' and when completed will be a 'beauty to behold'. Photo: Facebook/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Construction of the modern market square in the heart of the capital city Road Town is progressing “extremely well” and when completed will be a “beauty to behold”.

This is according to Premier and Minister of Finance Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1).

‘A beauty to behold’- Premier Fahie

The transformed market square will have 16 kiosks, a gazebo, green spaces, restrooms, a bus depot and local monumental artifacts.

“The construction of the new Market Square in Road Town, Tortola, BVI, continues to progress extremely well. When completed it will be a 'BEAUTY TO BEHOLD'. This is good news for the people of the Virgin Islands. Your Government Working For You!” Premier Fahie wrote in a Facebook post today, April 24, 2022.

Construction of the kiosks are currently being done.

‘Our city should reflect a thriving economy’- Hon Rymer

Minister for Transportation, Works and Utilities Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) during the groundbreaking ceremony for the project on October 12, 2020, said the project is his ministry’s way of making the city pedestrian-friendly, beautiful and persons who live and visit can have an enhanced experience.

“Our city should reflect a thriving economy; it must reflect who we are, a proud and progressive people. It must complement our status as one of the most beautiful places on the planet and a top tourist destination. It must create the atmosphere that drives success. So, this development is a significant step in stimulating the next level of economic growth and social activities. It is my home that we will achieve support from you the Virgin Islands residents,” Hon Rymer had said.

18 Responses to “Progress continues on construction of modern market square in RT”

  • Education (24/04/2022, 17:38) Like (8) Dislike (4) Reply
    What about the high school?
  • musa (24/04/2022, 18:27) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    All these projects need a pusher on site full time ¬ only the contractor .
  • Just saying (24/04/2022, 18:43) Like (10) Dislike (20) Reply
    Hats off to the vip you all moving good 4 more years
  • lodger (24/04/2022, 18:52) Like (3) Dislike (20) Reply
    Promises made Promises kept, at least no one can say with a straight face that the VIP and kye not working for we!!!
  • Leadtime (24/04/2022, 18:52) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    What’s the completion date for this project?
  • Native Senior Citizen of the British Virgin Islands (24/04/2022, 19:34) Like (13) Dislike (0) Reply
    Yes, Hon. Previous Andrew Fahie, progress has, and is continuing being made on the modern food market being constructed in Road Town. But base on the hefty stemulous monies been given aledgedlyto many that were already well-off, in reference to Social Security Monies given unjustified by our current administration, to some businesses, and organizationss did not deserved even a penny,, How then will those that collect minimum wages, and low pension, if any, be able to survive healthful bodies when our political leaders mindset is geared toward empowering the well able at the detriment of the poor and under previledge ones.
    Yet they, the current government Cabinet has, the gaul to ask for another term. Another term to do what?
    Oh, I know what the plan is. To continue to disadvantage the poor, and called it good governance, and BVI LOVE. But I see such behaviour as nothing short of extreme wickedness that do not regards humans as equal beings in comparison to others that they highly faviored.

    My thoughts, and honest opinion has been freely expressed.without apology.
  • wondering (24/04/2022, 20:24) Like (17) Dislike (0) Reply
    If at the end of the day these kiosks will be given to real farmers or we will end up with panties and bras and other manufactured commodities while the hard working farmers are left out like the stimulus program. Please make a serious effort to get it right this time around. All eyes are on you.
    • son of the soil (24/04/2022, 22:29) Like (7) Dislike (3) Reply
      They will be given to island people just like what they did in craft alive
      • hmmm (26/04/2022, 22:53) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
        I guess the BVI is a continent. You all sound so foolish with this island talk
  • CJ (24/04/2022, 21:39) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    Still waiting to the airport runway extension
  • seems (24/04/2022, 21:48) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Seems like it is going to be nice once finished.To the public, please don’t destroy and mess up the market. I’m looking forward to it.
  • UK will give everyone an even chance (24/04/2022, 22:30) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    The same pool of contractors
  • Think again (24/04/2022, 23:17) Like (26) Dislike (0) Reply
    A large building would have been better so people can move freely even if it rains. This is not a good idea . One or two kiosks for certain things like fish etc.
  • Ground broken when? (25/04/2022, 09:07) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    Nearly two years ago you broke ground and it still look like this? Curious to know how you vetted the contractors for this project? Seems to be moving very slowly. I guess you will blame covid?
  • Really??? (25/04/2022, 09:43) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Already late and sure to be over budget.
  • hmmm (25/04/2022, 21:14) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Well since the original plan changed i have not seen a pic of plan evwn though this sounds much better.
  • one (27/04/2022, 21:58) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    I want one for sure so you'll better do the right thing.


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