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Government Advances Efforts to Manage Derelict Vehicles
Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley, announced that the Government has signed a contract with ENS Excavation and Trucking Services to remove 500 derelict vehicles from the Havers temporary holding site on Tortola. Since March, 642 vehicles have been collected for export, with loading expected to conclude by June 19. While vehicle collection will temporarily pause as a new long-term storage site is identified, notices and fines will continue. A Derelict Vehicle Disposal Fee will be reintroduced on September 1, ranging from $60 to $125 based on vehicle weight. The ministry is also updating the Derelict Vehicles (Disposal) Act to better reflect current needs and enhance agency coordination. Honourable Wheatley reaffirmed the Government’s dedication to public health, environmental protection, and community appearance.
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Recovery and Development Agency Advances Key Procurement Activities to Strengthen Health and Infrastructure Systems
Friday, 16th January – The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) today advanced the delivery of critical upgrades to the Territory’s healthcare infrastructure with a Bidder’s Conference and Site Visit for the Major Peebles Wing Clinics’ Lobby Renovations at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital.
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The British Virgin Islands Taste Of Virgin Gorda Returns For An Evening Of Caribbean Culinary Excellence
give me summery dont add extra ChatGPT said: The British Virgin Islands will host "A Taste of Virgin Gorda" on March 22, 2025, at The Ruins at Nail Bay from 5 - 10 p.m. The event will showcase Virgin Gorda’s top restaurants with live cooking demonstrations, tastings, and entertainment. Under the theme "Vivid Hues," guests are encouraged to wear colorful attire. Featured restaurants include Chez Bamboo, Coco Maya, and others. Celebrity Chef JJ Johnson will also perform a live cooking demonstration at 8 p.m. Tickets are $100 and include an open bar and food samples. Speedy’s is offering special roundtrip ferry rates. For more details, visit BVIFOODFETE.COM.
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Enhancing Maritime Safety – Highlighted at North Sound Summit
Enhancing Maritime Safety – Highlighted at North Sound Summit Chief Marine Accident Investigator of the Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA), Mr. Jerome Padmore, continues to spotlight the Territory’s growing need for strengthened maritime safety measures.
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Jeremy Hodge Seconded To RDA As Manager For Project Planning And Management
The Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) is pleased to announce the secondment of Mr. Jeremy Hodge to the position of Manager – Project Planning and Management, effective Wednesday, 1st October, 2025.
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Two Bids Received For West End Ferry Terminal Project
Two bids were received by the Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) for the West End Ferry Terminal Project by the extended deadline of January 17, 2025. One bid was from a joint venture of two local firms, and the other from a Canadian firm. The technical submissions will be evaluated by the project’s design consultant, Inros Lackner SE, with results expected by February 2025. The project is funded by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) and aims to improve infrastructure and enhance connectivity. The West End Ferry Terminal is crucial for sea travel to and from Tortola, Jost Van Dyke, and the USVI.
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Significant Changes to Virgin Islands Road Traffic Laws in effect with Road Traffic Amendment Act 2025
The Ministry of Communications and Works has announced the successful passing of the Road Traffic (Amendment) Act, 2025. The act was assented by the Governor on Thursday, 2 October 2025 and gazetted on Monday, 6 October, 2025. The amended act introduces substantial changes aimed at enhancing road safety, regulating the efficient movement of traffic, and adjusting penalties as a deterrent to the increase traffic violations across the Territory. It also aims at reducing the number of accidents, traffic offences commensurate with the Territory's development while increasing the accountability of road users on the public roads.
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Speech by His Excellency the Governor Daniel Pruce
His Excellency the Governor, Daniel Pruce, spoke at a Rotary Club of Tortola meeting on security in the Virgin Islands. He emphasized that security is a shared responsibility and that community involvement, like the work of Rotary and other volunteer organizations, is crucial in preventing crime and creating positive pathways for youth. He also discussed the role of the National Security Council (NSC) in addressing security challenges and improving collaboration across various agencies. The Governor highlighted the importance of supporting law enforcement, including the relaunch of Crimestoppers, and efforts to enhance the criminal justice system, including improving prison conditions and rehabilitation. He stressed that security is fundamental to the Virgin Islands' prosperity and that collective action is necessary to tackle the complex security issues the territory faces. The Governor expressed optimism about making progress on security challenges by the end of the year.
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Honourable Rymer Announces Progress in Airport Expansion Project
Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer has provided an update on the significant strides made in the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport Expansion Project. Honourable Rymer in a Statement at the Tenth Sitting of the Second session of the Fifth House of Assembly said the transformative initiative is poised to bolster the Territory’s economic growth and resilience.
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Honourable Rymer Delivers Update on Progress of National Water Project
Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer has provided an update on the progress made since the Cabinet of the Virgin Islands declared water a national critical priority.