Communications and Works Minister Kye Rymer claimed last week in the House of Assembly that his approach to repairing roads in the territory will ensure that taxpayers get good value …
May 9, 2024
March 15, 2024
QEII Park roadwork at standstill
The Public Works Department spent $180,743 on roadwork alongside the Queen Elizabeth II Park before workers discovered shallow utility lines and a high water table that have stalled the project, …
February 23, 2024
Jost Van Dyke back on the power grid
Jost Van Dyke has been reconnected to the BVI Electricity Corporation electrical grid after the repair of an undersea cable that had been damaged at least since September, officials said …
November 9, 2023
Government issues tender for 38 miles of roadwork
After the heavy rains of Tropical Storm Phillipe exacerbated the disrepair affecting Virgin Islands roadways, government has issued a tender for 38 miles of reconstruction work that will be funded by …
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August 2, 2023
Ministry promises improved services
A resident shared her dismay on Facebook last month after the power went out just after she refrigerated a freshly iced cake. Weeks later, she said, it happened again. “Ayo …
March 18, 2022
EDITORIAL: East End bridge was a warning sign
The sudden recent discovery of severe damage to a bridge in East End is a troubling warning sign that should make the government review its approach to maintaining road infrastructure …
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October 5, 2018
In their Words: Bennet Smith
Mr. Smith, a retired civil servant, had a long career spanning the top ranks of government, serving in posts including the chief engineer for the Public Works Department; permanent secretary …
