Premier Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley will be away from the Virgin Islands from February 14th to 23rd for high-level meetings in Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Macau, and Malaysia to strengthen strategic relationships in the Asia-Pacific region. Deputy Premier Honourable Julian Fraser will serve as Acting Premier from February 14th to 17th, and Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye Rymer will act as Premier from February 18th to 23rd. The Premier’s delegation includes Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE, and Honourable Marlon Penn. The Government aims to promote sustainable economic growth and strengthen the Virgin Islands' position as a global financial hub.
The Ministry of Health and Social Development is empowering the next generation to beat Diabetes before it starts as part of World Diabetes Day activities. November 14 is recognised as World Diabetes day and it is dedicated to raising awareness about the growing impact of diabetes while promoting strategies for prevention and effective management.
The Virgin Islands is taking steps to boost its maritime safety standards, with the recent participation of Chief Marine Accident Investigator of the Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority MSIRA, Mr. Jerome Padmore, in an international conference in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA.
The Ministry of Health and Social Development is strengthening the delivery of asthma care with the implementation of a Medication Utilization 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.
Motorists encouraged to stay safe on roads Minister for Communications and Works, Kye Rymer, is urging all motorists to exercise extreme caution as inclement weather continues to affect road conditions across the Territory.
The Government of the Virgin Islands has taken a significant step toward expanding tertiary education infrastructure with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding and Deed of Contribution to facilitate the design of student dormitories at the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC).
Law enforcement officers throughout the Public Service have strengthened their response capacity with the successful completion of the Emergency Care and Treatment (ECAT) Advanced First Aid Training Course, facilitated by the Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute (VIPSLI) as part of an ongoing training programme for law enforcement and border control agencies.
Mr. Paul Dennis, KC, has been appointed as Jamaica’s first Honorary Consul to the British Virgin Islands. A Jamaican national and senior partner at O’Neal Webster, Mr. Dennis will support Jamaican nationals in the BVI and promote bilateral cooperation. His appointment highlights the strong Jamaican presence in the Territory and aims to boost collaboration in areas such as trade, education, agriculture, and cultural exchange. Premier Wheatley welcomed the appointment as a move toward stronger regional unity and partnership.
Library Week 2025 will be observed from April 21 to 25 under the theme, “Linking You to a World of Information: Your Library, Anytime, Anywhere.” The event coincides with World Book and Copyright Day on April 23. Chief Librarian Ms. Suzanne Greenaway emphasized the library's role in providing digital access to information via tools like the Libby app. Activities include student presentations, local book displays, author readings, and literacy promotion. The week will be officially opened by Education Minister Honourable Sharie de Castro. For more information, contact local library branches across the Territory.