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Government Reinforces Commitment to Food Security Ahead of 2026 Agriculture and Fisheries Exhibition
The Government of the Virgin Islands is continuing its mission to strengthen the Territory’s food sovereignty by emphasising the vital importance of the local agriculture and fisheries sectors. Under the theme, "Farming the Land, Fishing the Seas, Nourishing Lives and Legacies," officials are calling on all farmers and fishers to scale up production and showcase the bounty of the islands during the 2026 Agricultural Exhibition and Market, which opens early next month.
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Breastfeeding Training Launched to Support Baby Friendly Hospital
The Virgin Islands has officially launched a five day comprehensive Breastfeeding and Lactation Counsellor Training Programme as it moves toward achieving a Baby-Friendly Hospital certification at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital.
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Honourable Rymer Updates VI Post Hurricane Erin
Minister for Communication and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer has addressed the challenges and accomplishments with regard to the Territory’s utilities following the passage of Hurricane Erin last weekend.
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Agreements Signed to Advance Design of HLSCC Student Dormitories
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).
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New Social Home Delivered to Virgin Islander in Time for Christmas
The Ministry of Health and Social Development has officially handed over a new social home to Virgin Islands resident Mr Marvin Malone just in time for Christmas.
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Government of the Virgin Islands Publishes Guide on the Proper and Lawful Exercise of Discretionary Powers
Government of the Virgin Islands Publishes Guide on the Proper and Lawful Exercise of Discretionary Powers The Government of the Virgin Islands has released a new fact sheet and comprehensive policy guide designed to strengthen the proper and lawful use of discretionary powers across the public service. Discretionary powers, commonly indicated in legislation by terms such as “may,” “if the Minister is satisfied,” or “it shall be lawful”, enable Ministers, public officials and authorities to make decisions in situations where the law provides a choice of actions rather than a fixed outcome.
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Let’s Build VI Launched To Put Virgin Islanders At The Centre Of National Development
The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC), in partnership with the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, today officially launched the Let’s Build VI National Scholarship Programme, a landmark national initiative designed to equip Virgin Islanders with the skills, qualifications, and confidence needed to build, serve, and sustain the future of the Territory.
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Second Cohort of BVI Care Certificate Programme Underway
The Ministry of Health and Social Development has officially launched the second cohort of the BVI Care Certificate Programme, with 22 participants. Chief Nursing Officer, Ms. Jascinth Hannibal said the training focuses on strengthening standards and consistency across health and social care services in the Virgin Islands.
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Three Bills Gazetted For Public Review
The Cabinet Office has announced that three bills—the Commercial Recreational Vessels Licensing (Amendment) Bill, 2024, the Cruising and Home Port Permit (Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the Customs Management and Duties (Amendment) Bill, 2024—are now available for public review. They were introduced in the House of Assembly on January 13, 2025, and published in the Virgin Islands Official Gazette on January 16, 2025. The bills can be accessed on the Gazette website. For more information, contact the Gazette Unit at 468-4336 or email gazette@gov.vg.
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Virgin Islands Names 10-Member Constitutional Negotiating Committee to Lead UK Discussions
A 10-member Constitutional Negotiating Committee (CNC) has been established to lead discussions with the Government of the United Kingdom on the reform and modernisation of the Territory’s Constitution.