A top-level London summit of the leaders of the United Kingdom’s overseas territories and the British government was hailed a big success by Premier Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley. The annual Joint …
December 4, 2025
December 1, 2025
Gov’t touts ‘grey list’ progress, but expert says VI has a long way to go
A recent report has found that the Virgin Islands has made “significant” headway in addressing the technical deficiencies that helped land the territory on the Financial Action Task Force’s so-called …
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December 1, 2025
Necker pitch winners to split $200k
After a live pitch contest this month on Necker Island, two homegrown ventures working on environmental solutions took top honours during Unite BVI’s 2025 Impact Challenge. Block Works VI and …
November 29, 2025
Wheatley defends UberSoca party
Despite controversy surrounding the UberSoca Cruise visit that shut down much of Road Town on the afternoon of Nov. 18, Premier Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley defended the event last Friday and …
November 28, 2025
Leaders meet VI diaspora in London
Virgin Islands students and professionals living in the United Kingdom met with Premier Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley on Monday during the government’s annual Diaspora Gathering at BVI House in London. The …
November 27, 2025
Premier co-chairing JMC in London
Premier Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley is leading a delegation to London this week to attend a series of high-level meetings with leaders from the United Kingdom and its overseas territories covering …
November 25, 2025
Work-permit reversal sparks confusion
The government sparked confusion last week by abruptly stating that indefinite work permit exemptions had been scrapped — only to U-turn in the face of widespread concern. In a reversal …
November 25, 2025
12 auxiliary police become constables
Twelve auxiliary officers transitioned to the rank of police constable on Friday as part of ongoing efforts to boost the force’s operational capacity, according to the Police Information Office. The …
November 21, 2025
Soca cruise parties through Road Town
Dancing through the streets of Road Town on Tuesday afternoon, thousands of revellers from the UberSoca Cruise took part in a “Punk Rock J’ouvert” where they threw colourful powder and …
November 21, 2025
Climate fund finds friends at COP30
The Virgin Islands’ long-delayed climate fund didn’t launch internationally this month as previously planned, but a VI delegation has been laying the groundwork to roll it out next year instead. …
November 21, 2025
Boat show draws 173 brokers
The Fall Charter Yacht Show saw record-breaking participation as 173 brokers came to the Virgin Islands to meet captains and crewmembers last week, organisers said. Sixty boats were showcased this …
November 18, 2025
VI repped at dive show in Orlando
A Virgin Islands delegation is representing the territory this week at one of the world’s largest annual industry gatherings for professionals in scuba diving, ocean sports and adventure travel. As …
November 14, 2025
At Lit Fest, all sorts of stories
After drawing pictures with paint, markers and glitter pens, children between the ages of 4 and 7 shared the stories behind their images. One drawing showed a girl’s trip to …
November 14, 2025
Premier preps for London talks later this month
Governance, security, constitutional reform and other topics will be on the agenda when Premier Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley leads a delegation to London for the Joint Ministerial Council later this month, …
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November 14, 2025
Premier slams UK’s ‘fiscal straitjacket’
When it comes to borrowing for major infrastructure projects, the Virgin Islands is trapped in a financial “straitjacket” imposed by the United Kingdom, Premier Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley has claimed. The …
November 13, 2025
Record $550m budget set out
Premier Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley unveiled a record-setting 2026 budget with proposed spending of more than half a billion dollars during a nearly two-and-a-half-hour address last Thursday in the House of …
November 10, 2025
Nanny Cay expansion breaks ground
Ground has been broken on a $30-$40 million development aimed at cementing Nanny Cay Resort and Marina’s place as the “heart of Caribbean yachting,” officials said. The expansion will see …
November 7, 2025
Virgin Islands hosts first global film fest
On the final night of the 284 Excellence Film Festival on Sunday, attendees were dressed to impress as they stepped into the theatre to view four short films and learn …
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November 7, 2025
7,000-foot runway plan cleared for take-off
Acting on the purported advice of a partial business case that hasn’t been released to the public, the Cabinet has approved a dramatic expansion of the Virgin Islands’ main runway …
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October 27, 2025
BVIAA gets boost in regional council
The BVI Airports Authority recently received a boost that officials said will bring increased access to regional expertise and other perks. During an Oct. 5-7 conference in Trinidad, the agency …
October 21, 2025
Floating book fair coming to the VI
Residents will get a chance to browse more than 5,000 books for sale when a ship dubbed the “world’s largest floating bookfair” docks in Road Town starting this week. The …
October 21, 2025
VI repped at UNESCO event in Spain
Culture, education and creative dialogue were on the agenda during a recent international conference where the Virgin Islands was represented by Tourism and Culture Junior Minister Luce Hodge-Smith. Ms. Hodge-Smith …
October 16, 2025
Retired public officers to get pension boost
Retired public officers will soon receive a boost in their pensions, Premier Natalio “Sowande” Wheatley said as he apologised for overlooking them when the government implemented controversial pay hikes last …
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October 13, 2025
Tourism plan, policy delayed again
As the Virgin Islands prepares for a tourism season expected to bring a record number of visitors, a long-promised policy and plan to help guide the sector have been delayed …
October 10, 2025
Project extends mangrove walk
Shade from the canopy of mangroves at the Roger Downing Mangrove Boardwalk gave volunteers some reprieve from the hot sun on Sunday morning as they worked to improve the path. …
