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Volcanic ash turns to ‘concrete’ after more La Soufriere eruptions
Volcanic ash in Georgetown, the capital of northeastern St. Vincent have turned to almost concrete following heavy rains and more eruptions on Friday, April 16, 2021.
Big increase in construction projects to bring boost to economy
The BVI can expect a boost to its economy from the hundreds of projects that recently started or will start in the local construction industry over the next several months.
Rotary telethon raises nearly $100K for St Vincent
The BVI Rotary Family yesterday hosted a telethon which raised funds and pledges totalling $92,815.82 to support the people of St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) who are experiencing significant devastation due to the eruption of the La...
VI dispatching water supplies to SVG in first relief effort- Premier
The Virgin Islands will be working to dispatch water trucks filled with water, and water tanks filled with water on a barge scheduled to leave the Territory next week as part of its relief efforts to the people of St Vincent and The Gren...
As curfew ends and seaports reopen, Premier eyes full June reopening
After cases of Covid-19 recently spiked to their highest level in months before again receding to 10 as of yesterday,Virgin Islands leaders are forging ahead with plans to ease restrictions and reboot the tourism economy.
Rules set for commission's hearings
When the commission of inquiry was announced in January, Premier Andrew Fahie said he supported the probe but sought full transparency, including the live broadcast of hearings.
Incinerator back up after weeks offline
The Pockwood Pond incinerator is burning trash again after being offline for about six weeks, during which residents complained frequently about the fires and smoke from the landfill behind the facility.
Gov’t to send barge, desalination plant to SVG
As potable water remains one of the most critical resources needed by the people of St Vincent, BVI government is currently coordinating efforts to dispatch a mobile water desalination plant to that country that is currently enduring a v...
Big increase in construction projects to bring boost to economy
The BVI can expect a boost to its economy from the hundreds of projects that recently started or will start in the local construction industry over the next several months. This prediction is based…
VI targeting mostly vaccinated tourists – Premier Fahie
Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) has indicated that that target for herd immunity in the Virgin Islands (VI) is set at roughly 20,000 people which the territory is hoping to meet by its full re-opening in mid-Jun...
65 questions including on CoI & crime await Gov’t @ today’s HoA
When the Seventh Sitting of the Third Session of the Fourth House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands is held at Save the Seed Energy Centre in Duff's Bottom, Tortola from 10:00 am today, April 15, 2021, there will be a long list of questi...
Legislators pay tribute, condolences on passing of Prince Phillip
Legislators in the House of Assembly (HoA) are paying tribute to the late Duke of Edinburg, Prince Phillip, who died on April 9, 2021 at age 99.
After a year, the BVI’s seaport finally reopens for int’l travel
For the first time in over a year, the BVI’s marine borders are officially open to international traffic — an important sector of the territory’s economy.
Premier: What stimulus package is gov’t giving? ‘A strong economy’
As persons continue to call for another COVID-19 stimulus package from the government, Premier Andrew Fahie has said a strong economy is the best stimulus package his administration can give.
Minimum wage discussion to be taken to the people- Premier Fahie
The topic of minimum wage, which has been heavily discussed on social media recently, will be given public consultation, Premier and Minister of Finance, Honourable Andrew A. Fahie has said.
UPDATE: 6 more recover as VI down to 10 active COVID-19 cases
Recoveries from COVID-19 in the Virgin Islands continue, as there are now 10 active cases in the Territory, according to the latest official update by the Government of the Virgin Islands today, April 14, 2021.
VI NPOs, Gov't & businesses collaborate to help SVG
In response to the devastation caused by the eruption of the La Soufriere volcano which started on April 9th, 2012, the BVI Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs), Government, businesses and the wider community are collaborating to bring urgent...
VI targeting mostly vaccinated tourists – Premier Fahie
Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie has indicated that that target for herd immunity in the Virgin Islands (VI) is set at roughly 20,000 people which the territory is hoping to meet by its full re-opening in mid-June 2021.
Premier confident battered marine sector will rebound ‘extremely well’
Amid recent news that multiple local charter companies have sailed their boats to “bluer waters” due to the year-long closure of the BVI’s marine sector, Premier Andrew Fahie has expressed confidence the industry will rebound.
Cruise ships requesting vaccinated taxi drivers, businesses - Premier
Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie has indicated that the cruise ships coming to the territory in June 2021, will be coming with fully vaccinated passengers and crews and, as such, will only be supporting businesses and...
VI down to 16 active COVID-19 cases; 4 recover
The Virgin Islands is down to 16 active positive COVID-19 cases, as 4 persons have recovered since the last update given on April 8, 2021.
‘I don’t gamble’ but industry will boost VI economy- Premier Fahie
Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie has said his Government will welcome innovative ideas that will boost the tourism sector and economy, including gambling which has seen resistance from some religious groups.
BVIFSC introduces Code of Conduct for insurers
The BVI Financial Services Commission (BVIFSC) has introduced an Insurance Code of Conduct to ensure insurance business in the BVI is conducted with integrity, transparency and fairness to clients.
How volcanos can affect BVI & why we should sympathise with SVG
As the eruption of La Soufriere volcano continues to impact St Vincent and the Grenadines, Premier Andrew Fahie has said government is keen to fulfil its “humanitarian duty” and assist the country.
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