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Statement By Speaker of The House of Assembly Honourable Corine George-Massicote On The Importance of An Autonomous Legislature And The House of Assembly (Management), Bill 2025
Honourable Members of this House, and to the people of the Virgin Islands, As Speaker of the House of Assembly, I take this opportunity to address a matter of great national importance: the autonomy of this Honourable House and the significance of the House of Assembly (Management) Bill, 2025, which will receive its second and third readings in this sitting.
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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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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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Maintenance and Grounds Up-keep at the Jost Van Dyke Primary School
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the maintenance and grounds up-keep at the Jost Van Dyke Primary School (JVDPS). The works are intended to support the upkeep and necessary maintenance of the school’s facilities and surroundings, ensuring the safety, functionality, and cleanliness of the campus.
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Maintenance and Grounds Up-keep at the Enid Scatliffe Pre-Primary School
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the maintenance and grounds up-keep at the Enid Scatliffe Pre-Primary School (ESPPS). The works are intended to support the upkeep and necessary maintenance of the school’s facilities and surroundings, ensuring the safety, functionality, and cleanliness of the campus.
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VI Government Taking Firm Action to Regularise Water Consumption
This as water has been declared a national priority, recognising its vital role in sustaining communities, supporting the economy, and ensuring a secure future for generations to come.
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Lighting Project at the Elmore Stoutt High School
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the Lighting Project at the Elmore Stoutt High School (L. Adorothy Turnbull Building) located in Road Town, Tortola, Virgin Islands.