Office of Gender Participated In Domestic Violence Outreach

The Office of Gender Affairs (OGA), in collaboration with the Family Support Network (FSN), participated a Domestic Violence Awareness Outreach today in Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke under the theme “Domestic Violence: NO!”

Statement by Junior Minister for Financial Services, Economic Development And Digital Transformation - Honourable Lorna G. Smith OBE at 12 December 2025 Press Conference

Honourable Lorna G. Smith OBE, Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development statement on what the Joint Ministerial Council means for financial services, economic integrity, and the growth of the Virgin Islands.

Government Launches Safety Investigation Following Boat Fire at Nanny Cay Marina

The Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA), Premier’s Office, is investigating a fire involving a privately owned houseboat that occurred at Nanny Cay Marina on Thursday, 8 January 2026.

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.”

Senior Citizens Celebrate Culture and Community at Annual Soirée

The Social Development Department hosted a Seniors’ Cultural Soirée on May 10th to celebrate Senior Citizens’ Month 2025, bringing together local seniors and visitors from the US Virgin Islands. Under the theme “Flip the Script on Aging,” the event showcased Virgin Islands heritage through food, music, and traditions, fostering cultural exchange and community spirit. Minister Vincent O. Wheatley praised the event for honoring elders’ contributions and reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to supporting seniors. The celebration promotes healthy aging, social inclusion, and continued community engagement throughout May.

Statement by Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer at the Ribbon Cutting and Official Commissioning of the Anegada Hybrid Renewable Energy and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Project

Good morning, colleagues, friends, and fellow citizens of our beautiful Virgin Islands. Today marks a landmark moment in our collective journey toward a greener, more resilient future with the inauguration of the Fanegada Hybrid Renewable Energy and Battery Energy Storage System. This facility powers the island with clean energy for more than 12 hours a day during peak usage—especially now in the height of the tourist season and following the internationally known Lobster Fest—and can run on renewables alone for up to 19 hours. It also symbolises our deep commitment to the principles enshrined in our National Sustainable Development Goals—particularly responsible consumption, climate action, and affordable, clean energy for all.

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.

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.

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

Statement by Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer- Commissioning of the Long Swamp Sewerage Pump Station

Good morning. Standing here today, looking at this facility, I am reminded that progress is not always a straight line. Sometimes, it's a long and winding road with more than a few speed bumps along the way. This project we are here to commission today, the Long Swamp Sewerage Pump Station, has been exactly that kind of journey. If you look at the history, it goes back further than many of us realise. As early as 1974, a national sewerage system was on the then government's agenda. That was over 50 years ago. Some of our parents and grandparents were at public meetings talking about this very project when many of us were not yet born.