HLSCC Strengthens Partnerships with UK Colleges and Universities

Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Honourable Sharie de Castro, has announced that HLSCC graduates with degrees accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education can now enter directly into the third year of a bachelor’s programme at Richmond American University in London. This opportunity follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding during a recent UK visit, where the minister and HLSCC President Dr. Richard Georges attended the Education World Forum. Honourable de Castro highlighted the challenges posed by rising U.S. tuition costs and visa uncertainties, noting that Virgin Islanders qualify as home students in the UK, paying significantly lower tuition fees. The partnership with Richmond University, which shares the same accreditation body as HLSCC, ensures smooth credit transfers and a more affordable, efficient pathway to completing undergraduate studies abroad.

Virgin Islands Public Library Services To Be Automated

Public Library Service of the Virgin Islands Moves Toward Automation

Chief Librarian Ms. Suzanne Greenaway has announced that the Public Library Service of the Virgin Islands is moving towards automating the Anegada and Virgin Gorda community libraries. She mentioned that the automation process at the East End Library is nearly complete, with the final phase being the provision of new

VI Government To Create A National Tourism Policy

The inaugural Tourism Summit held on January 16-17 laid the foundation for a National Tourism Policy, to be finalized by June 2025. Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley emphasized tourism's importance to the economy. Key initiatives include sustainable practices, empowering local communities, and enhancing visitor experiences. Junior Minister Luce Hodge-Smith stressed the role of collaboration, noting that tourism is everyone’s business. The summit celebrated the recovery of Peter Island Resort and involved over 330 stakeholders, aiming for a sustainable, inclusive tourism sector that benefits all residents. The Ministry of Tourism is committed to responsible tourism and cultural preservation.

Invitation to Tender Design and Installation Services for Hospital Generator Connectivity at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital

The Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) in the British Virgin Islands was established to implement the Government’s recovery plan following the devastating effects of Hurricane Irma in 2017.

Public Encouraged To Give Feedback On COI Reforms

Governor Daniel Pruce is inviting public feedback on the Commission of Inquiry (COI) reforms, which will be reported to UK Overseas Territories Minister Stephen Doughty MP to guide future decisions. A public survey and dedicated mailbox have been set up for this purpose, with a deadline of March 2nd. Governor Pruce encouraged the public to share their views and experiences. The survey is brief, and general comments can be emailed to bvicoi@fcdo.gov.uk. All feedback will be treated anonymously and sensitively.

Remarks by Premier Wheatley - Sunrise Airways Inaugural Flight

Ladies and gentlemen, good afternoon. It is a pleasure and an honour to welcome all of you to the Virgin Islands on this historic occasion. Today, we celebrate the inaugural Sunrise Airways flight to the BVI, marking the beginning of Sunrise’s direct air service between the Virgin Islands and the Dominican Republic (DR). To the passengers who have just arrived - bienvenidos, welcome to your home away from home. And to the executive team of Sunrise Airways who are with us today, we extend a very warm Virgin Islands welcome.

VI Government Seeks Bids From Qualified Auditing Company

The Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources, and Climate Change is inviting quotations from qualified bidders to provide auditing services for the RESEMBID project, aimed at strengthening the Virgin Islands’ water quality monitoring programme. Quotations must be submitted via email in a non-editable format by 4:30 p.m. on 23rd June 2025. The Ministry is not obligated to accept the lowest bid and may reject any or all submissions without explanation. Submissions should be emailed to menrcc@gov.vg and copied to atgeorge@gov.vg, with the subject and filename titled: “Supply of Auditing Services RESEMBID” along with the applicant’s name.

RDA Strengthens Contractor & Industry Standards With Code Of Conduct And Grievance Redress Workshop

The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has successfully hosted its first Contractor Orientation Session on the Code of Conduct for Contractors and Workers, alongside its Grievance Redress System (GRS), aimed at strengthening standards, accountability, and responsible project delivery across its portfolio.

BVI Asia Abroad Programme To Welcome Third Cohort Of Scholars

The BVI Asia Abroad Scholarship Programme continues to expand its impact as it prepares to welcome its third cohort of scholars.

Special Announcement by Premier Wheatley

Premier welcomes Honourable Mather to his government.