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Statement by Premier Wheatley on the Visit of Speaker of the UK House of Commons, Sir Lindsay Hoyle
Madam Speaker, Honourable Members, distinguished guests, and the people of the Virgin Islands: Today is a proud and historic day for our Territory. On behalf of the Government and people of the Virgin Islands, it is my distinct honour to welcome The Right Honourable Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the House of Commons of the United Kingdom, on the occasion of his first official visit to our shores.
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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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Early Childhood Awareness Week is May 26 to May 30
The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports is encouraging public support for early childhood development during Early Childhood Awareness Week 2025, featuring daily spotlight videos on centres across the Virgin Islands. Parent workshops titled “Step it up: Early Intervention, Long Lasting Impact” will be held on May 27 at BFEC Primary in Virgin Gorda and on May 28 at ESHS Lecture Room 1 in Tortola, both from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Additionally, a panel discussion on early childhood will be streamed live tomorrow on the Government’s Facebook page at BVIGovernment.
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UK Anti-Corruption Champion visits British Virgin Islands to Assess Progress on Financial Transparency
The UK’s Anti-Corruption Champion, Baroness Margaret Hodge, is arriving in the British Virgin Islands today (22 September) to assess progress in implementing commitments on beneficial ownership registers.
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Recovery and Development Agency Advances Key Procurement Activities to Strengthen Health and Infrastructure Systems
Friday, 16th January – The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) today advanced the delivery of critical upgrades to the Territory’s healthcare infrastructure with a Bidder’s Conference and Site Visit for the Major Peebles Wing Clinics’ Lobby Renovations at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital.
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Department of Immigration to Host Office Hours in Anegada and Jost Van Dyke
The Department of Immigration will hold office hours on Anegada on 21st February 2025 and on Jost Van Dyke on 28th February 2025. These sessions will address Residence and Belonger Status interviews, permit extensions, and other queries. Appointments can be made by emailing the department by 19th February for Anegada and by 26th February for Jost Van Dyke.
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Students Engage in Youth Mock Sitting of the House of Assembly During United Kingdom Speaker’s Visit
Students from secondary and tertiary institutions across the Territory took part in a Youth Mock Sitting of the House of Assembly on Thursday, 19th February, engaging in a structured parliamentary debate on issues central to The Virgin Islands’ future.
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Visible White Plume In Road Town Assessed
On 26th February, the Environmental Health Division, at the request of the Ministry of Communications and Works, assessed the visible white plume from the Norwegian Epic. Measurements for carbon dioxide, volatile organic compounds, particulate matter, and carbon monoxide were taken to ensure air quality was not compromised. All readings were within normal ranges, ensuring safety. The plume was identified as water vapor from the ship's Exhaust Gas Cleaning System (EGCS), which reduces sulfur oxide emissions to meet international standards. The ship's Environmental Officer cooperated fully, providing necessary documentation. It was recommended that the ship switch to low-sulfur fuel while at berth, and the officer agreed to consider this on future visits. The Ministry continues its commitment to maintaining reliable infrastructure and a healthy environment.
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Statement By Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley On the Occasion of the Visit to the United Kingdom to meet with Overseas Territories Minister Stephen Doughty
Thank you for the opportunity to share this update on my bilateral meeting with United Kingdom Overseas Territories Minister Hon. Stephen Doughty that took place last week in London, as well as other meetings in the UK Parliament.