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STATEMENT IN OBSERVANCE OF WORLD DIABETES DAY
Today, The Virgin Islands joins the global community in observing World Diabetes Day 2025 under the theme “Diabetes Across Life Stages.” This year’s theme highlights the reality that diabetes affects people from all walks of life. It does not discriminate, affecting individuals of every age, gender and background, from our youngest children to our most senior citizens. That is why it calls for a unified and comprehensive response from all of us.
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Cabinet Decisions - Meetings of 16th and 23rd October 2024
The Cabinet meeting on 16th October 2024, chaired by His Excellency, Governor Mr. Daniel Pruce, was held at the Premier's Conference Room with all members present.
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Virgin Islands Anti-Crime Summit to Launch With Youth Rally
The National Security Council (NSC) will officially launch the Virgin Islands Anti-Crime Summit with a Youth Rally this Friday, August 15.
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New Land-Based Emergency Shelter List Available
Residents and visitors of the Virgin Islands are encouraged to review the updated 2025 Land-based Emergency Shelter List, now available online at bvi.gov.vg and www.bviddm.com. This list, published under Part V, Section 13 of the Disaster Management Act (2003), provides essential information to help the public prepare for emergencies.
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Cabinet Decisions - Meeting of 11 December 2024
The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands held a meeting on December 11, 2024, chaired by Governor Mr. Daniel Pruce at the Premier's Conference Room. All Cabinet members were present.
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Remarks by Premier Wheatley at the Overseas Territories Attorneys General Conference
On behalf of the Government and people of the Virgin Islands, it is my privilege to welcome you to our shores for this year’s Overseas Territories Attorneys General Conference. We are honoured to host you, and we extend a particularly warm Virgin Islands welcome to those who have travelled to be with us in person. We hope that, even with the important work ahead, your visit will not be all business. You are, after all, in one of the premier tourist destinations in the hemisphere, and we trust you will find a moment to enjoy the beauty and hospitality of these islands.
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Governor and Premier Lead Efforts in the Fight Against Crime in the Virgin Islands
Everyone is invited to the upcoming Anti-Crime Summit to be held 24th-26th September. It's a call to action! His Excellency the Governor and the Honourable Premier are leading the charge in the fight against crime in the Virgin Islands.
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The Government of the Virgin Islands invites tenders for the execution of road rehabilitation works at Lomer Bay, Tortola.
The Government of the Virgin Islands invites tenders for the execution of road rehabilitation works at Lomer Bay, Tortola. The project comprise demolition, excavation, drainage works, culvert construction, road pavement construction, traffic management, and associated utility coordination.
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ESHS Defends Their Crown In 2025 Inter-Secondary School Debates
The Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) won the 2025 Inter-Secondary School Debates, defeating the Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies (VISTS). ESHS team members Auri-Ana ElShabbaz, Tyasia Cameron, and Syeisha Keith triumphed in the final debate on S.T.E.A.M. education, with Keith winning the overall best speaker award. VISTS received several awards, including second-best speaker by Kellycian Paul. An impromptu speech competition was also held, with Laicha Nguyen of St. George’s Secondary School taking first place. The final round can be viewed on the Government's Facebook page.
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Calls for Vigilance as North Sound Sees Rising Marine Activity
The Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA) in the Premier’s Office is urging all mariners operating in the North Sound area to prioritise safety, especially as marine activity continues to increase across The Virgin Islands.