The public is being advised of the schedule to visit the world's largest floating bookfair - MV Logos Hope as it calls on the Virgin Islands.
Literary and cultural enthusiasts in the Virgin Islands are in for a treat when the world’s largest floating bookfair docks in Road Town, Tortola from 24th-29th October, 2025 with over 5,000 titles on display for sale.
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.
The Department of Trade, Investment Promotion and Consumer Affairs is notifying the public that its office is closed today.
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.
Author Mrs. Venoria Todman will launch her new book, Show and Tell Marriages, Living in Hell, on March 26 at Village Cay Marina. The book explores the emotional challenges in modern marriages. The Virgin Islands Department of Culture supports local authors and encourages the community to attend the event and engage with Mrs. Todman.
The Department of Trade, Investment Promotion and Consumer Affairs is closed today. Regular office hours will resume on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
Please see issue No. 29 dated Thursday, 26th March, 2026 attached to this Bulletin for public review
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.
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.