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The British Virgin Islands government, pressured by the UK's overbearing control, has launched a website to showcase the so-called 'good governance reforms.'
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Opposition Leader Calls for Transparency on Cost of Commission of Inquiry Governance Reforms in British Virgin Islands
Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton has expressed concern over the cost of implementing the Commission of Inquiry (COI) governance reforms, and has called on the government to provide a dollar figure for the expenses.
Governor John Rankin's Response to Suspending the Constitution of the British Virgin Islands
Governor John Rankin was asked yesterday whether he plans to suspend the constitution of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) before he departs the territory at the end of the year.
Audit Report Reveals Concerns Over Government's Handling of Medical Assistance Grants in the British Virgin Islands
Concerns have been raised over the government's decision to pay for cosmetic medical expenses for a resident several years ago, a disclosure made in an audit report released by the Internal Audit Department on assistance grants issued by...
Calls for Greater Transparency in the Publication of Lawmakers' Interests
Opposition Leader Ronnie Skelton has urged lawmakers to uphold their responsibility and publish their assets and interests in the Register of Interests (ROI).
COI Elimination of Discretionary Funds for District Representatives Causes Concern
The Commission of Inquiry (COI) has eliminated discretionary funds that were given to district representatives, making it difficult for leaders to help constituents.
Governor Rankin Vows to Push for Good Governance Reforms Despite Departure
The Governor of the British Virgin Islands (BVI), John Rankin, has stated that he will continue to push for the implementation of good governance reforms recommended by the Commission of Inquiry (COI) despite his upcoming departure from ...
BVI Premier Reports Governor to UN, Alleging Colonialism and Violation of International Law
BVI Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has taken the obvious and very needed step of reporting Governor John Rankin to the United Nations Special Committee on Decolonization, citing concerns over the UK's continued colonization of the British V...
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Daniel Pruce Appointed as Next Governor of British Virgin Islands
Daniel Pruce has been appointed as the next Governor of the British Virgin Islands, succeeding John Rankin who will retire from the diplomatic service.
BVI Governor Announces Progress in Law Enforcement Review
The Governor of the British Virgin Islands (BVI), John Rankin, has announced that a law enforcement review emanating from the Commission of Inquiry (COI) report has shown progress recently.
Opposition Legislator Appointed Deputy Speaker, Talk Show Host Calls for Transparency
Opposition legislator Stacy 'Buddha' Mather has been appointed as Deputy Speaker.
Governor Expresses Concerns Over Accessibility of Governance Reviews from COI Report
Governor John Rankin has expressed concerns over the lack of accessibility to good governance reviews emanating from the Commission of Inquiry (COI) Report.
BVI Governor Expresses Concerns Over Government Procurement Practices
Governor John Rankin has expressed concerns about the government's procurement practices, specifically the number of single source procurements being done and the length of time it takes to publish tender waivers.
The Governor of the British Virgin Islands, John Rankin, has stated that the Whistleblower Act, which has yet to be enforced, could have protected public officials who raised concerns about corruption and wrongdoing in the recent Fast Track scheme scandal
The Integrity in Public Life Act, which was assented to in February 2022, also requires some amendments and the recruitment of an Integrity Commissioner.
Governor John Rankin Calls for Increased Resources for Police Investigations Related to Commission of Inquiry Findings
Governor John Rankin has called for more resources to be devoted to police investigations related to the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) findings.
Governor of British Virgin Islands Urges Acceleration of Reform Implementation or 'Additional Action Will Be Taken'
The Governor of the British Virgin Islands has warned that the implementation of reforms from the Commission of Inquiry into public misconduct must speed up or additional action will be taken.
Virgin Islands Residents Frustrated with Elected Officials' Focus on Self-Governance, Demand Action on Core Issues
Myron Walwyn, a member of the Virgin Islands (VI) House of Assembly, stated that residents have become disenchanted with talks from elected officials about self-governance and the Commission of Inquiry (COI) and its report.
Premier Wheatley Pushes Forward with Governance Reform
Premier Wheatley wants to re-energize the governance reform process and move forward with implementing the remaining COI recommendations and other reforms with the UK's Overseas Territories Minister, Lord Zac Goldsmith, and Deputy Premie...
'I pledge to give my all’ to culture, tourism & D4 – Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith
Newly elected Fourth District Representative and Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture, Ms Luce D. Hodge-Smith has pledged to give her all to her portfolios of culture and tourism and a representative of the Fourth Electoral District i...
Suspending BVI constitution would have embarrassed the UK
Special Envoy to the BVI Premier, Benito Wheatley, has stated that the UK would have faced international embarrassment if it had suspended the BVI’s constitution, as the recent Commission of Inquiry (COI) had recommended.
Constitutional Review Commission to hold public meeting for Belongers living in USVI
Although the period for persons in the [British] Virgin Islands to make their contribution to the constitutional review process is officially closed, the Constitutional Review Commission (CRC), in an effort to be as inclusive as possible...
Premier wants to re-energise reform process
Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has signalled a clear desire to inject new energy into the ongoing governance reform process after his return from a recent United Kingdom (UK) trip.
People tuned out from self-determination, COI — Walwyn
Residents have become disenchanted with talks from elected officials about the territory’s efforts at self-governance and about issues related to the Commission of Inquiry (COI) and its subsequent report.
Dr Neil M. Smith on the job as BVIEC GM; Abraham sues Corporation
Just as was first and accurately reported by our newsroom on March 8, 2023, Mr Neil M. Smith Phd is now the new General Manager of the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC).
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