His Excellency the Governor, Daniel Pruce has appointed Honourable Marlon A. Penn, Representative for the 8th District, as leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, in accordance with section 70 of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order, 2007.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is working around the clock to respond to escalations in the region and support those affected, including persons from the Virgin Islands who may be in the region. The UK has launched Register Your Presence for several countries: Bahrain, Israel, Kuwait, Palestine, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. This allows the UK Government to share important updates directly with those in affected areas. This list is not exhaustive and will be kept under constant review.
The July cohort of the 2025 BVI Tourism Summer Internship Programme has concluded with enthusiastic reviews from student participants and praise from partner hospitality businesses.
Cabinet Meeting – 20th August, 2025 His Excellency, the Governor Mr. Daniel Pruce, chaired the meeting held on 20th August, 2025. All Members were present.
Cabinet Meeting – 9th October, 2025 His Excellency, the Governor Mr. Daniel Pruce, chaired the meeting held on 9th October, 2025. All Members were present.
The Department of Agriculture is advising all vendors participating in the Virgin Islands Agriculture and Fisheries Exhibition and Market on Tortola that a meeting will be held on Thursday, March 6 at the Paraquita Bay compound, starting at 5:00 p.m.
Join us at the 24th-26th September anti-crime summit, as we, together, develop a strategy to reduce crime in the Virgin Islands. We must continue to be safe, supported. and seen. The cost of crime is too high!
Q3 2025 Debt Update At the end of the third quarter of 2025, the public sector debt of the Government of the Virgin Islands stood at $145.95 million, reflecting a steady decline compared to previous quarters and years. This reduction—driven by ongoing debt servicing—marks an 18.7% decrease since September 2023, with no new disbursements recorded during the quarter.
Starting Thursday, May 15, all new work permit payments must be made before Immigration Clearance is issued for entry into the Virgin Islands. Employers can contact the Department of Labour and Workforce Development at 468-4707 or 468-4708 for more information.
The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands held a special meeting on 29th October, 2024, chaired by His Excellency, Governor Mr. Daniel Pruce, at the Premier's Conference Room. All members were present.