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Paraquita Bay Road To Hodges Creek Closure Update
The Paraquita Bay Road, from H. Lavity Stoutt Community College to Hodges Creek, is closed to vehicular traffic until Wednesday, February 26th for concrete works. Motorists are advised to plan alternate routes.
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Contract Signed To Improve Employee Health & Wellness With Office Renovation
Improving employee health, wellness and productivity is at the centre of a new office renovation contract signed between the Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) and Vanterpool Construction to facilitate the relocation of the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change. The contract valued at $401,533.15 was awarded on Tuesday, 10 February, 2026, following a National (Domestic) Competitive Bidding process conducted in accordance with the RDA’s Procurement Policy and Procedures.
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BVI Restaurant Week Returns Bigger and Bolder, Spotlighting Tortola’s Culinary Scene
The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission is excited to announce the return of BVI Restaurant Week, happening from 28 June to 5 July 2025. As part of the BVI Food Fete Culinary Series, this vibrant event celebrates Tortola’s diverse food scene with curated dining experiences, themed days, and prix-fixe menus at nearly 40 participating restaurants. Under the theme “Your Belly Knows Best ~ The Perfect Week for Perfect Dining,” the week will feature local ingredients, cocktails, entertainment, and a “Foodie Passport” prize giveaway to encourage exploration. Restaurant Week is the third event in the BVI Food Fete series and reinforces the BVI’s growing appeal as a top destination for culinary and cultural tourism.
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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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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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Road Traffic (Amendment) Act 2025 Available for Public Review
The Cabinet Office is notifying the public that Act No. 19 of 2025 has been published for public viewing. It is available for review on the Virgin Islands Official Gazette website at https://eservices.gov.vg/gazette/.
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Financial Investigation Agency (Returns) Order, 2025 Available for Public Review
The Cabinet Office is notifying the public that the captioned Statutory Instrument, No. 99 of 2025, has been published for public viewing. It is available for review on the Virgin Islands Official Gazette website at https://eservices.gov.vg/gazette/.
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Hull Appointed to Two Statutory Boards
The Cabinet Office is notifying the public that two appointments for Ms. Ayana Hull have been published in today’s edition of the Virgin Islands Official Gazette, which is available now on the Gazette website (https://eservices.gov.vg/gazette/).
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Government of the Virgin Islands Clarifies Misinformation Revised
The Government of the Virgin Islands is warning the public about false information circulating on social media claiming that citizens can receive up to $3,000 per month. The disinformation comes from a fake website mimicking a local media house. The government advises the public to rely on official, verified channels for accurate information.
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Water Disruption Notice 25th June 2025
The public is advised of scheduled water disruptions on June 25: from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Belle Vue to Meyers Estate area, and from 9:00 a.m. on June 25 until 6:00 a.m. on June 26 in the Sea Cows Bay to Pockwood Pond area. We deeply regret any inconvenience caused.