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Portion of Main Street Closure Notice 26th April
The public is notified that a portion of Main Street in the vicinity of the Little Denmark Building to the Midtown Restaurant will be closed on Sunday 26th April 2026 from 8:00a.m to 1:00p.m. The reason for the closure is to facilitate the clearing of branches and trees from the electrical and telecommunication lines at the J.S Archibald & Co Barristers & Solicitors property.
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SAVE THE DATE: Virgin Islands Tourism Summit ‘26
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sustainable Development is pleased to announce that the Virgin Islands Tourism Summit ‘26 is scheduled to take place 10 and 11 June, 2026.
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Tortola Fogging Schedule for August 29 to August 30
The public is notified that the Vector Control Unit of the Environmental Health Division will be conducting fogging exercises on Friday August 29 and Saturday August 30 at 5:30 p.m. in the following areas:
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Lloyd Drive to Station Avenue Traffic Interruption Notice July 26
The public is notified that there will be interruptions of the traffic flow on the following roadways on Saturday, July 26 between 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
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Publication of the Report of the United Nations Special Committee on Decolonization’s Visiting Mission to the British Virgin Islands
Premier Dr. Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley announced the publication of the UN Special Committee on Decolonization’s report following its visit to the British Virgin Islands in August 2024. The report assesses the Territory's decolonization progress and recommends implementing an education program on independence, establishing an independence timetable, engaging in talks with the UK, and considering a referendum on independence. The report will be debated in the House of Assembly and the government will host a public forum for views. The report is available on the Government’s website.
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Over 15,000 Book Enthusiasts Welcome MV Logos Hope During Highly Successful Inaugural Virgin Islands Visit
31 October 2025 Over 15,000 Book Enthusiasts Welcome MV Logos Hope During Highly Successful Inaugural Virgin Islands Visit The Premier’s Office reports a highly successful visit by MV Logos Hope, the world’s largest floating bookfair, to the Virgin Islands from 24-29 October 2025, where over 15,000 residents, including authors, seniors, and other book enthusiasts, seized the historic first opportunity to welcome the ship to the Territory.
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Premier-Led Delegation To Visit Pacific Asia Region Next Month
Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley will lead a delegation to Hong Kong, Macau, and Malaysia in February. The visit aims to strengthen relationships and promote the BVI’s financial services industry in the Asia-Pacific region. The delegation will also visit partner universities in the BVI’s Asia Abroad Programme and meet with university chancellors to discuss educational opportunities. The BVI’s post-COVID-19 strategy focuses on diversifying markets, products, and services in the region.
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Cabinet Decisions - Meetings of 12th and 26th February
The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands held a meeting on 12th February 2025, chaired by His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Daniel Pruce, at the Premier's Conference Room. All Cabinet Members were in attendance.
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Francis Lettsome Wins Inter-Primary School Athletics Championship for the Third Year
The 2025 Inter-Primary Schools Track and Field Championships concluded with Francis Lettsome Primary School winning the best primary school title for the third consecutive year. The event, hosted by the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports, took place from March 26 to 28 at the A.O. Shirley Recreation Grounds and featured various races, including 300m, 100m relays, and Sprint Medley Relay finals. Acting Director of Youth Affairs and Sports, Ms. Shaunice Leonard, congratulated the 21 participating schools and highlighted the championships as a platform to nurture future athletic talent. Individual champions in each division were announced, with Earlon Prescott, Janaicy Gumbs, Kaylaun Douglas, Shanae Benjamin, and Ke'Mori Daway among the top scorers. The titles of Victor and Victrix Ludorum were shared by multiple athletes with 30 points each. The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports continues to support sports and recreation to enrich the lives of Virgin Islands residents.
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In Person Food Handlers Session on Jost Van Dyke September 30
The Environmental Health Division will be hosting an in person food handler’s session on Jost Van Dyke on Tuesday September 30.