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Health And Welfare Issue Addressed At VG Dumpsite
Director of the Department of Waste Management, Mr. Marcus Solomon, announced the completion of an administration office at the Virgin Gorda Dumpsite to address health and welfare concerns. The new facility includes office space, restrooms, shower facilities, and a lunchroom. Mr. Solomon emphasized the importance of recycling, encouraging the separation of plastics and glass, and composting organic waste. He reminded businesses to take recyclables to specific locations and shared the recycling collection schedule: Virgin Gorda (Mon, Wed, Fri), Jost Van Dyke (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat), and Tortola (Daily). The department is focused on enhancing waste management services and promoting sustainability in the Territory.
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Remarks by Health Minister on Senior Citizen’s Month 2025
Minister Vincent O. Wheatley officially opened Senior Citizen’s Month 2025, celebrating the theme “Flip the Script on Aging”. He urged the public to embrace aging as a time of wisdom and value, not decline. He honoured the Territory’s eight centenarians and praised seniors for their contributions to society. Key announcements included an increase in the centenarian grant (from $5,000 to $10,000) and a raise in monthly public assistance grants for seniors to $506.25. The month will feature activities to celebrate and engage seniors, promote intergenerational unity, and challenge ageism. Minister Wheatley expressed deep gratitude to caregivers, families, and partners supporting the elderly, calling for continued respect, support, and recognition of seniors across the Virgin Islands.
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Premier Wheatley Attending High Level Meetings Overseas
Premier Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley will be on official duty travel from June 8 to 20, attending high-level meetings abroad. He will participate in the C-24 Conference on decolonisation in New York (June 8–10), the Caribbean Development Bank Heads of Government Conference in Brazil (June 11–14), and the OECS Authority meeting in St. Vincent and the Grenadines (June 16–20), focusing on regional integration and economic resilience. During his absence, Minister Kye Rymer will act as Premier from June 8 to 14, as both the Premier and Deputy Premier Julian Fraser (also on duty travel from June 7 to 15) will be abroad. The Government remains committed to strengthening the Territory through international and regional cooperation.
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Government Invites Tenders for Construction of Two Reserved Parking
The Government of the Virgin Islands acting through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports) is inviting tenders for the construction of two reserved parking lots at the Elmore Stoutt High School in Road Town, Tortola.
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Tender Notice for Construction of Access Gate to Incinerator Plant
The Government of the Virgin Islands invites tenders for the construction of the access gate for the Pockwood Pond Dumpsite. The successful contractor would be required to construct access gate with the specifications below at the Pockwood Pond Dumpsite
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Road Reconstruction Works to begin in Sea Cow’s Bay on Monday 23rd March
The public is notified that road works will begin in Sea Cow’s Bay on Monday 23rd March 2026. The road works include the reconstruction of sidewalks and the construction of new slipper drains and curb walls. The scope also includes the complete demolition of the existing concrete and asphalt road surface, excavation works and the supply and compaction of new subbase and base material.
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Statement by Premier Wheatley on the Visit of Speaker of the UK House of Commons, Sir Lindsay Hoyle
Madam Speaker, Honourable Members, distinguished guests, and the people of the Virgin Islands: Today is a proud and historic day for our Territory. On behalf of the Government and people of the Virgin Islands, it is my distinct honour to welcome The Right Honourable Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Speaker of the House of Commons of the United Kingdom, on the occasion of his first official visit to our shores.
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Upcoming Road Resurfacing On Joe’s Hill Road
Road resurfacing on Joe's Hill Road will begin on Monday, 17th February at 10:00 a.m., starting from the foot of the hill near the graveyard to the Admiralty Estate/Social Security Housing entrance. Preliminary preparations will take place over the weekend. Motorists and emergency personnel are advised to use the Great Mountain route as an alternative to minimize disruptions.
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Request for Proposal His Majesty’s Prison Electrical Assessment
The Ministry of Health and Social Development is requesting proposals for a Comprehensive Electrical Assessment of His Majesty’s Prison, in Balsum Ghut, Tortola.
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Request for Proposals Construction of Classroom/Computer Lab at His Majesty’s Prison
The Ministry of Health and Social Development is requesting proposals for the construction of a classroom / computer lab at His Majesty’s Prison, Balsam Ghut, Tortola.