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Labour Department Bemoans Staff Shortage
The Labour Department through it’s a report tabled in the House of Assembly yesterday has lamented the lack of staff at the department. In its 2012 annual report which was tabled by Hon. Dr. Kedrick Pickering, Deputy Premier and...
23 Jul 2014
Over $1M Donated To Help Equip New Hospital
Government has announced that $1,531,301.00 has been donated by businesses, offices, and the generous people of the Virgin Islands under the new Peebles Hospital Pledge Programme. This announced was made yesterday by Hon. Ronnie Skelton, Minister for Health and...
23 Jul 2014
Backbenchers Distance Themselves From PAC Report On Cruise Pier Project
Two of the government's backbenchers who sits on the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) have publicly distanced themselves from the PAC's report on the controversial Cruise Pier Project. Yesterday afternoon, from the two-Hon. Marlon Penn, Eight District Representative...
22 Jul 2014
The Opportunity Is Here To Take Back The Country-Malone Tells Voters
President of the Opposition Virgin Islands Party (VIP) has called on residents to take back the country from the governing National Democratic Party (NDP). Mr. Malone at a recent community meeting said that the VIP's chairman Hon....
22 Jul 2014
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Pavia Hospital Opens BVI Information Centre
Pavia Hospital and its affiliated Health System, Metro Pavia Health (MPHS), celebrated on Friday, July 11th, 2014 its inaugural and ribbon cutting ceremony of the Tortola, British Virgin Islands Patient Information and Customer Service Center. The new Customer Service Center location is at the Manuel Reef Marina in Sea... Read more
Liquor License Issues Being Addressed
A few bars, and some alcohol vending enterprises have complained about what they termed was at times a frustrating process to get a liquor license. Some even suggested that it is easier to get a temporary license. The complaints have reached the ears of Premier Dr. the Hon. D.... Read more
VIP Chairman Offers Solution To Ailing Economy
The opposition Virgin Islands Party (VIP) through its new leader has dished out its solution to the gloomy economic situation in the Territory. Hon. Julian Fraser, Third District Representative and Chairman of the party recently presented the VIP’s spending policy alternatives. Hon. Fraser put forward a... Read more
Jkhoy & Afyah Frett Cop Prince and Princess 2014 Title
Following a stiff competition in a venue filled to capacity, couple #4, Jkhoy and Afyah Frett was crowned Prince and Princess 2014, last evening at the Sir Rupert Briercliffe Hall. The couple who are from Willard Wheatley & Bregardo Flax Primary respectively also won popularity award, best introductory... Read more
Residents Warned Against NDP Distraction Tactics
The opposition party has warned residents against allowing the ruling National Democratic Party (NDP) use frivolous things to distract them from the real issues facing the Territory. Hon. Julian Fraser, Chairman of the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) made this call during a community meeting held on... Read more
Findings On Cruise Pier Project Up For Debate Next Week
Next week members of the House of Assembly are expected to debate the findings from the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report on the cruise pier development., according to information reaching BVI Hot Press. Information suggests that Hon. Andrew Fahie, First District Representative who is also a member... Read more
Fathers Should Read To Their Children-Governor Urges
Governor Boyd McCleary who is winding up his tenure as Governor has made a special appeal to fathers to read to their children. Yesterday, the BVI Reading Council recognized the contributions made by the Governor and his wife, Mrs. Jenny McCleary to improving literacy in the Virgin Islands. The... Read more
It Was The VIP Who Built This Country-Fraser Reminds JVD Residents; NDP Accused Of Putting Elites First
Residents on Jost Van Dyke (JVD) were reminded last evening that it was the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) that built the BVI and it was a mistake made by the people by voting them out of office in 2011. However, according to Hon. Julian Fraser, Third District Representative and... Read more
No More Catching Rides by the Roundabout
Standing in front of the Post Office or TMF to hitch a ride will soon be a thing of the past. This announcement was made last week as Minister for Communications and Works, Hon. Mark Vanterpool outlined plans to construct a bus stop that... Read more
Restroom Still in the Pipeline for Long Bay Beach, Beef Island
Minister for Natural Resources and Labour, Dr. The Hon. Kedrick Pickering announced that the plans to have restrooms on Long Bay beach, Beef Island still stands and that the construction will be done before the next Fisherman’s Day beach event. Speaking at the ‘Government on the Road’ meeting... Read more
Lack of Volunteers Force Reduction In HIV Screening/Testing
There has been a reduction in the number of HIV testing and screening due to lack of volunteers. The HIV/AIDS Foundation BVI, made this disclosure during its annual report which was recently made public. "HIV screening/testing-this aspect of the Foundation activity has been significantly reduced... Read more
Cruise Project: $1M Dollar Oral Agreement With TPP Done Based On Trust?
The government of the Virgin Islands may have orally agreed with Tortola Pier Partners (TPP) for the $1.7M for designs and other pre-development works based on trust. Under the first process for the Cruise Pier Development which for the most part... Read more
Minister Laments Teenage Pregnancy Problem
There is an issue of teenage pregnancy in the Elmore Stoutt High School, Minister for Education and Culture, Hon. Myron Walwyn announced on July 10 during the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Rotary Club of Road Town, Follow the Movement and Hope Foundation at Maria's... Read more
Judge Grants Bail To Duo In EE Armed Robbery
This morning, Justice Vicki Ann Ellis granted bail to Samuel Harris and Denzil Wheatley for $100,000.00 signed with one surety each. In this case, Mr. Cliff Williams of East End signed for both men. If they men is to flee the territory or not show up for their case,... Read more
“3rd District’s Got Talent!” Bringing Live entertainment 16 August
Sea Cow’s Bay, Tortola – ACT (Alternative Community Transformation) presents their first “3rd District’s Got Talent!” event on Saturday 16 August, 2014 at 6pm. The event will be held at the Ellis Thomas Downs, Sea Cows Bay. A night of live entertainment for the whole family showcasing talent from... Read more
Deputy Premier Announces Labour Plans
Deputy Premier, and Minister with responsibility for Natural Resources and Labour, Dr. the Hon. Kedrick Pickering announced a number of strides Government is taking to develop labour relations in the Territory. While speaking at the ‘Government on the Road’ meeting that was held in the Sixth District on July... Read more
Rotary & Youth Organizations Come Together To Help Youth
Yesterday, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was inked between the Rotary Club of Road Town, Follow The Movement (FTM) and Hope Foundation to reach out and assist at-risk youth in the Territory. The signing took place at Maria’s By The Sea conference room. In the MoU the three parties... Read more
Government Taking a Second Look at Brandwine Bay Road Suggestion
Premier, Dr. the Hon. D. Orlando Smith disclosed that Government is having a second look at the announced plans to construct an alternate road in the Brandywine Bay area. During a public meeting that was held on September 12, 2013 Deputy Premier, and Minister for Natural Resources and... Read more
Minimum Wage Committee Membership Recommendation Heading to Cabinet
“It might sound like pure rhetoric, but the paper is ready to go to Cabinet, certainly before the end of July,” Minister for Natural Resources and Labour, Dr. the Hon. Kedrick Pickering said in response to a question about attempts to raise the minimum wage. The question was... Read more
Premier Addresses Enforcing Immigration Rules On Expats
The recent clampdown on expatriates having to return home after changing jobs, is just the Immigration Department enforcing the laws which are already on the books. This is according to Premier Hon. Dr. Orlando Smith. Speaking to reporters at his Tuesday press conference, Premier Smith said that the Chief Immigration Officer and... Read more
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INTERNATIONAL MOTORS (Fish Bay) APPOINTE…
International Motors, the leading car dealership in the BVI, has joined the global Mercedes-Benz dealer network and has been appointed the exclusive dealer for Mercedes-Benz in the BVI. The ML-350 will... Read more
Premier Smith: Forget About Who Left the Country Broke
Premier, Dr. the Hon. D. Orlando Smith told members of the media that he has grown tired of th…
New Appointment at Roadtown Wholesale
Peter Davison has joined Roadtown Wholesale as Joint Managing Director. He joins wi…
NDP Spent Over $33M On Projects Exceeding $100K
The government has expended over $33M on projects exceeding $100,000.00 thus far, confirmed …
Pavia Hospital Opens BVI Information Cen…
Pavia Hospital and its affiliated Health System, Metro Pavia Health (MPHS), celebrated on Friday, July 11th, 2014 its inaugural and ribbon cutting ceremony of the Tortola, British Virgin Islands... Read more
Labour Department Bemoans Staff Shortage
The Labour Department through it’s a report tabled in the House of Assembly yesterday has…
Over $1M Donated To Help Equip New Hospital
Government has announced that $1,531,301.00 has been donated by businesses, offices, and …
Backbenchers Distance Themselves From PAC Report On Cruise Pier Project
Two of the government's backbenchers who sits on the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) h…
Judge Grants Bail To Duo In EE Armed Rob…
This morning, Justice Vicki Ann Ellis granted bail to Samuel Harris and Denzil Wheatley for $100,000.00 signed with one surety each. In this case, Mr. Cliff Williams of East... Read more
EE Armed Robbery Case Traversed
The trial into the March 2013 armed robbery at a home in East End has been traversed to t…
Former Customs Officer Up For Sentencing Over Kidnapping
Kevin Sprauve will now be sentenced on July 11 by Justice Vicki Ann Ellis for kidnapping, caus…
7 Years Jail Time For Man In Purcell Robbery
Today Tim Dailey was sentenced to a total of seven years in prison over last year's armed robb…
Principals Heading to Jamaica
Principals of schools in the territory will soon be heading to Jamaica for training, Minister for Education and Culture, Hon. Myron Walwyn informed the House of Assembly... Read more
Walwyn Defends Need For Additional Year At Secondary Level
Minister for Education and Culture Hon. Myron Wawlyn defended his ministry's decision to move …
All Smiles As ESHS Produces Top Students
Elmore Stoutt High School's (ESHS) Ms. Makayla Maduro and Ms. Divannia Hill. Maduro are the…
Education Minister Asked To Provide Stats To Support Need For Extra School Year
Hon. Myron Walwyn, Education and Culture Minister announced in April the decision to add an ad…
It Was The VIP Who Built This Country-Fr…
Residents on Jost Van Dyke (JVD) were reminded last evening that it was the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) that built the BVI and it was a mistake made by... Read more
NDP Meetings and Radio Program Coming Back In 2Weeks
The NDP Radio program and the Government on the Road public meeting series will be resuming in…
Breaking News: Julian Fraser Voted In As VIP New Chairman; Carvin Malone Is President
Late last evening, some 75 Virgin Islands Party (VIP) converged at Maria's by the Sea …
Breaking News: Ralph T. O'Neal Announces Exit From Politics
Come next general elections Hon. Ralph T. O'Neal will not be seeking reelection to …
VI’s Nanjing 2014 athletes announced at …
The BVI Olympic Committee (BVIOC) announced the 7 athletes who will be representing the Virgin Islands at the Nanjing 2014 Youth Olympic Games in swimming, sailing, and athletics. The... Read more
Islanders close Premier League campaign unbeaten
The Islanders F.C. duly completed an unbeaten Premier League Season with a 3-1 win over t…
Old Madrid win Division One Championship
Courtesy of a rather bizarre goal from Kenmore Simmonds, Old Madrid F.C were crowned Divisio…
Islanders take big step towards Premiership Title
Although there is still over a month of football left in the season, the Islanders went a lo…
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