British Virgin Islands
President of Toastmasters International Richard Peck has encouragedmembers of Toastmasters BVI to break down barriers to achieve the success that is in their reach and to not be afraid. Peck visited the local club for the first time, at a meeting that tookplace virtually on January 19 that the first meeting of the calendar year,He […]
Saying that his Government has nothing to hide, Premier and Minister of Finance Andrew says he has written to outgoing Governor Augustus Jaspert, saying it is his government’s view that this Commission of Inquiry should be open to the public and broadcast live, including on the Internet, given the international interest that exists in this […]
A statement from Government said starting in March 2019, weeks after taking office, this Government Administration under the leadership of Premier Andrew Fahie made and continues to make inquiries of Governor Augustus Jaspert concerning the steps to be taken in an effort to clear the names of accused persons in relation to any of the […]
Outgoing Governor Augustus Jaspert has announced a commission of inquiry in the territory to be led by UK Judge Sir Gary Hickinbottom. Governor Jaspert said the Commission will look into whether corruption, abuse of office, or other serious dishonesty in relation to officials – elected, statutory or public – may have taken place in recent […]
Commissioner of Police Michael Matthews’s contract ends soon, but the post will not be filled by a local person. A retired UK Police Officer will take up that post. Premier Andrew Fahie said recently that no locals were prepared for the position of Commissioner of Police. Click the link below for the audio version to […]
At least two church leaders are opposed to legalizing gambling in the territory, while another said it can work if it’s controlled by Government. Premier and Minister of Finance Andrew Fahie would bring a motion in the House of Assembly today for the Second and Third readings of the bill entitled, Gambling, Gaming and Betting […]
Sporting activities have been given the green light following the onset of COVID 19. Hon. Nathalio Wheatley, who heads the Ministry responsible for Sports told the House of Assembly that they are aware that sports and recreational activities provide much needed health benefits. Therefore, it is absolutely necessary that they bring sports back on stream. […]
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