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CONTRACT SIGNED FOR ROOF REPAIRS AND LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM AT DR. D. ORLANDO SMITH HOSPITAL AND ANNEX
The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA), in collaboration with the Government of the Virgin Islands and the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA), has signed a contract for Roof Repairs and a Lightning Protection System at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital and its Annex building.
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Virgin Islands Hosts Regional Nursing Leaders for High-Level CARICOM Meeting
The Ministry of Health and Social Development, successfully hosted the Fifty-Fourth Joint Meeting of the Executive and Education Committees and the Twenty-Third Meeting of the Practice Committee of the Regional Nursing Body (RNB) under the theme: “Bridging Divides, Driving Reform: Caribbean Nursing and Midwifery at the Forefront of Change.”
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Premier Wheatley to Engage in Preliminary Discussions on Tourism
The Premier and Minister of Finance, Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley accompanied by the Minister of Communications and Works.
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Asia Trade Mission & Strained Economic Relations Between BVI And USVI
The Premier of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) began by expressing condolences to those who have lost loved ones and emphasizing the government’s commitment to democratic accountability. He mentioned the recent trade mission to Asia, where the BVI delegation promoted the territory’s financial services in China and Malaysia. The trip reinforced the BVI’s reputation, and Malaysia’s newfound economic relations position the BVI to offer corporate structures to Malaysian clients. Financial services account for around 60% of BVI’s revenue and are crucial for funding public services. The Premier opposed calls for public registers of beneficial ownership from the UK Parliament, stressing the BVI’s capacity to regulate its own financial services. He then addressed recent tensions between the BVI and the US Virgin Islands (USVI), particularly in the marine sector, where the BVI’s fees have not kept up with the growing charter industry’s prosperity. The BVI government is modernizing its legislation to bring balance to the economic benefits from USVI-chartered vessels using BVI waters. The Premier emphasized the importance of dialogue and collaboration between the two territories. He proposed a meeting with Governor Bryan of the USVI to discuss the issue and explore further economic opportunities, particularly in tourism. He concluded by reaffirming the familial and economic ties between the BVI and USVI, expressing the desire for both sides to prosper together.
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CONSOLIDATED INDEX OF VIRGIN ISLANDS LEGISLATION UPDATED TO 1 JANUARY 2026
The public is advised that the Consolidated Index of Virgin Islands Legislation has been updated to include all legislation in force as of 1st January, 2026. This update incorporates all legislative changes made since the publication of the previous Index as at 1 January 2025.
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Labour Arbitration Tribunal Launches New Website
The Government of the Virgin Islands is pleased to announce the launch of the Labour Arbitration Tribunal’s new website: https://vilat.gov.vg/.
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Entry Gate Reconfiguration at the Enis Adams Primary School
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the Entry Gate Reconfiguration at the Enis Adam Primary School (EAPS), located at Myers, Tortola, Virgin Islands.
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Elmore Stoutt High School Air Condition Cleaning Project
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the Elmore Stoutt High School Air Condition Cleaning Project located in Road Town, Tortola, Virgin Islands.
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Air Condition Installation at the Joyce Samuel Primary School
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the Air Condition Installation at the Joyce Samuel Primary School located in Belle Vue, Tortola, Virgin Islands.
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Lighting Project at the Ivan Dawson Primary School
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the Lighting Project – Ivan Dawson Primary School (IDPS) located in Cane Garden, Tortola, Virgin Islands.