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Some Want To Return To Politics Of Handouts
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Some Want To Return To Politics Of Handouts

Premier and Minister of Finance Hon. Dr Natalio Wheatley says some residents want a return to the pre-Commission of Inquiry (CoI) era, when political support was often expected to be rewarded with jobs, land and other benefits. “Some persons want to return to…

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Gov't Eyes Growth in Sports, Entertainment Tourism
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Gov't Eyes Growth in Sports, Entertainment Tourism

…rnment looks to diversify the sector beyond its traditional offerings. Speaking recently, Premier and Minister of Finance Hon. Dr Natalio Wheatley pointed to several events that have received government support and helped attract visitors to the Territory. Amo…

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BVI Lawyers Up for High-Stakes UK Constitutional Talks
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BVI Lawyers Up for High-Stakes UK Constitutional Talks

…for months of negotiations expected to begin in early July and conclude by December, with Premier and Minister of Finance Hon. Dr Natalio Wheatley expressing confidence that the Virgin Islands will secure many of the constitutional changes it is seeking. The c…

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BVI, DR Eye Landmark Food Security Pact
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BVI, DR Eye Landmark Food Security Pact

…hip with the Dominican Republic (DR). Speaking during his State of the Territory Address, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr Natalio Wheatley announced that Cabinet has approved the start of formal negotiations towards a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with…

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Basket Of Goods Relief Initiative Under Review
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Basket Of Goods Relief Initiative Under Review

…hould continue and what changes are needed to provide more effective relief to residents. Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. Natalio Wheatley and Minister for Financial Services, Economic Development and Digital Transformation Lorna Smith met with supermarket…

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Give RDA $20M To Fix Water Problem – Walwyn
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Give RDA $20M To Fix Water Problem – Walwyn

…stated. He rejected the Government’s proposed $8 million allocation as inadequate, urging Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. Natalio Wheatley to increase the amount. “That $8 million that you put there, Premier, from the $100 million can’t work. Take out $20…

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Deputy Governor Role May Become Largely Ceremonial
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Deputy Governor Role May Become Largely Ceremonial

…government. Speaking at a recent public consultation on constitutional reform in Anegada, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. Natalio Wheatley said the proposed changes would leave the office with significantly fewer responsibilities, raising questions about w…

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Affordable Housing Policies Coming in Weeks
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Affordable Housing Policies Coming in Weeks

…inable for Virgin Islanders are expected to be unveiled in the coming weeks, according to Premier and Minister of Finance Hon. Dr Natalio Wheatley. Speaking during his State of the Territory Address on June 9, Wheatley said government is advancing an affordabl…

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