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Civil Registry & Passport Office Staff Trained In Leadership
The staff at the Civil Registry and Passport Office has completed a one-day comprehensive, all-day leadership training.
Thomas Family Gets New Social Home
A joyful Mr. Lealdo Thomas was appreciative to the Ministry of Health and Social Development as he became the latest recipient of a social home.
Ebenezer Thomas Primary Students Conduct Mock Sitting At HoA
On Friday, 8th March, the Grade 5 students of the Ebenezer Thomas Primary School had the unique opportunity to participate in a Special Sitting of the House of Assembly.
Work Permit Exemptions Expanded For Short-Term Service Providers
The Government of the Virgin Islands is pleased to announce simplified work permit requirements for specific categories of individuals providing short-term services in the Territory.
Miami Judge Lets Guilty Verdicts Stand Against Fahie
In a rare move, a judge subpoenaed two jurors who expressed some misgivings after a Miami federal jury voted unanimously to convict former British Virgin Islands premier Andrew Fahie of drug trafficking a month ago.
Hakim T. Creque Is VG’s First Full-Time Magistrate
Mr. Hakim T. Creque has been appointed Magistrate by His Excellency, the Governor Daniel Pruce with effect from March 5, in accordance with Section 95 of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order, 2007.
44% Of Primary School Children Overweight
Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent Wheatley has stated that 44% of primary school children in the Virgin Islands are overweight or obese.
Hon. Rymer Addresses Motorcycle Safety
Madam Speaker, as the Minister for vehicle licensing, on behalf of the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) I want to update this Honourable House that a remarkable Nineteen Thousand Nine Hundred and Eighty Two (19,982) vehicles were licensed in 2023, setting a new record for vehicle registrations in our Territory.
Joint Operation Yields Largest Sea Seizure
In a joint operation on Tuesday, March 5, after 8 pm, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, US Customs Border Control achieved a significant milestone by successfully intercepting a Go-Fast vessel just off Hodges Creek, Tortola.
Major Tree Replanting Efforts At Long Bay, Beef Island
The Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change has moved into Phase two of the Long Bay, Beef Island Beach Management Plan implementation.
Premier Announces BVI's Removal From French Blacklist
Madam Speaker, I am pleased to announce that the British Virgin Islands (BVI) has been officially removed from the French blacklist of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions. This is a significant achievement that reflects our ongoing commitment to international tax transparency and cooperation.
Upcoming Business Banking Expo To Stimulate Innovation - Smith
Permit to make a statement regarding the upcoming Virgin Islands Business Banking Expo, an innovative event aimed at enhancing collaboration and growth within our business sector.
Donation Agreements With Unite BVI To Support Series Of Projects
Madam Speaker, I am pleased to announce that the Ministry of Health and Social Development has recently entered into six (6) donation agreements with Unite BVI Foundation in support of a series of projects and initiatives currently being undertaken within the Ministry.
Three Charged Following Search Operation
Officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force have charged three persons in relation to the firearms, ammunition, and drugs found on Friday, March 1, in Purcell Estate.
Additional Path To Citizenship Addresses Historical Unfairness
The Civil Registry & Passport Office is notifying the public of an additional citizenship pathway for adults who were excluded from obtaining citizenship as British Overseas Territory and British citizens, due to historical legislative unfairness in British nationality law.