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Opposition Leader Calls for Transparency on Cost of Commission of Inquiry Governance Reforms in British Virgin Islands

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'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.

Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley Rejects Claims of Government Incompetence and Disregard for Residents

Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley Rejects Claims of Government Incompetence and Disregard for Residents

Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley has rejected claims that his government has demonstrated a lack of competence and disregard towards the well-being of the territory's residents.

Auditor General Report Reveals Mismanagement of COVID-19 Assistance Grants in the Bahamas

Auditor General Report Reveals Mismanagement of COVID-19 Assistance Grants in the Bahamas

In a recent report by the Auditor General (AG), it was revealed that there were several issues with the disbursement of COVID-19 Assistance Grants during the pandemic.

British Overseas Territories Citizenship Ceremony in the British Virgin Islands

British Overseas Territories Citizenship Ceremony in the British Virgin Islands

Sir Richard Branson, the British entrepreneur and owner of Necker Island, a luxury private resort in the British Virgin Islands (BVI), was among over 120 new British Overseas Territories Citizens (BOTC) who took the Oath of Allegiance an...

Calls for Greater Transparency in the Publication of Lawmakers' Interests

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).

Former Government Consultant Under Fire for Alleged Contract Breaches Worth Over $365,000

Former Government Consultant Under Fire for Alleged Contract Breaches Worth Over $365,000

The audit of former government consultant, Claude Skelton Cline's contracts with the Virgin Islands Party government between 2019-2021 revealed that he received over $365,000 of taxpayer funds without delivering on the requirements of hi...

Governor Rankin Vows to Push for Good Governance Reforms Despite Departure

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 ...

Governor Regrets BVI's Rejection of £300m UK Loan Guarantee Offer After 2017 Hurricanes

Governor Regrets BVI's Rejection of £300m UK Loan Guarantee Offer After 2017 Hurricanes

The Governor of the British Virgin Islands (BVI), John Rankin, has expressed regret that the BVI did not accept the £300 million loan guarantee offered by the UK after the 2017 hurricanes.

Governor Rankin Rejects Claims of Inactivity Among UK-Appointed Governors in BVI

Governor Rankin Rejects Claims of Inactivity Among UK-Appointed Governors in BVI

Governor John Rankin has rejected claims that UK-appointed governors have been inactive in addressing issues in the British Virgin Islands (BVI).

Daniel Pruce Appointed as Next Governor of British Virgin Islands

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.

Electronic Tagging Proposed for Inmates at HMP Balsam Ghut

Electronic Tagging Proposed for Inmates at HMP Balsam Ghut

Governor John Rankin is awaiting a proposal from the Ministry of Health (MOH) before implementing electronic tags for inmates at His Majesty's Prison (HMP) in Balsam Ghut.

BVI Governor Announces Progress in Law Enforcement Review

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 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 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.

Governor John Rankin Expresses Concern Over Single-Source Procurements by Government

Governor John Rankin Expresses Concern Over Single-Source Procurements by Government

Governor John Rankin is concerned about the number of single-source procurements undertaken by the government.

BVI Governor Expresses Concerns Over Government Procurement Practices

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 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 of British Virgin Islands Calls for Immediate Action to Clear Backlogged Residency and Belonger Applications

Governor of British Virgin Islands Calls for Immediate Action to Clear Backlogged Residency and Belonger Applications

The Governor of the British Virgin Islands (BVI), John Rankin, has outlined a number of measures to clear the backlog of residency and Belonger applications, which currently stands at 2,226 as of 1 June 2023.

Governor John Rankin Calls for Increased Resources for Police Investigations Related to Commission of Inquiry Findings

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.

Uncertainty Over El Niño's Impact as Atlantic Hurricane Season predictions Predict Active Season

Uncertainty Over El Niño's Impact as Atlantic Hurricane Season predictions Predict Active Season

The Atlantic hurricane season may be active this year due to warm sea surface temperatures, but the effect of El Niño on the formation of tropical cyclones is uncertain.

Former Speaker Calls for Transparency in Public Service Salary Increment Delays

Former Speaker Calls for Transparency in Public Service Salary Increment Delays

The former Speaker of the House of Assembly, Julian Willock, has urged officials to come clean on the real reasons behind the delays in payment of salary increments to public servants.

Governor Warns of Six Hurricanes in Upcoming Season as BVI Prepares for Tropical Weather

Governor Warns of Six Hurricanes in Upcoming Season as BVI Prepares for Tropical Weather

Governor Warns of Six Hurricanes in Upcoming Season as BVI Prepares for Tropical Weather.

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