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News Release No. 13 Asphalt Paving from West End to Road Town
The Government of the Virgin Islands invites tenders for asphalt paving and road markings on 9 miles of primary roads. The project includes milling, material supply, asphalt plant setup, equipment provision, and installation of road markings and studs, with the goal of achieving a 15-year lifespan for the roads.
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Remarks by Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change Dr. Ronald Smith-Berkeley On the occasion of the the launch of the Virgin Islands National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP)
Dr. Ronald Smith-Berkeley, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources, and Climate Change, delivered remarks at the launch of the Virgin Islands National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) on February 11, 2025. He emphasized the importance of protecting the Virgin Islands' natural environment, which is vital to the economy, resilience, and quality of life. He highlighted the threats to biodiversity, such as climate change, pollution, and habitat destruction, with specific mention of sand mining on Anegada and the decline of coral reefs and endangered species like the Virgin Islands Rock Iguana. The NBSAP aims to provide a clear framework for sustainable development, integrating conservation into national planning. Dr. Smith-Berkeley acknowledged the support of various partners, including the OECS, PC Consultants Ltd., Dr. Shannon Gore, and the EU’s BioSPACE Project, and called on all members of the community to take collective action for conservation.
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Remarks by Premier Hon. Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley Update on Current Matters
Premier Hon. Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley provided updates on various topics in his January 2025 press conference. He honored the late Lucia Harrigan and Celcila Georges, congratulated HLSCC on its 35th anniversary, and discussed tourism growth and the launch of a National Tourism Plan. He highlighted financial services initiatives, including a consultation on beneficial ownership and upcoming trade visits to Asia. The Premier also announced his appointment as President of UKOTA and provided updates on the implementation of COI recommendations and crime prevention efforts.
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Cleaning Services Needed At Long Bay Beach Beef Island
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change, is accepting bids for a one-year cleaning services contract for the restroom facility at Long Bay Beach, Beef Island, starting 1 February 2025. The scope includes daily cleaning, supply of cleaning tools and agents, ensuring adequate consumables, cleaning of toilets, showers, and washbasins, and reporting hazards. Interested tenderers must submit a quotation, certificates of good standing, valid trade license, and a list of similar jobs by 27 January 2025. Tenders can be hand-delivered or emailed to the Ministry. Late submissions will not be accepted. The Government does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any tender.
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Ministry of Education Seeks Quotations for Medical Supplies
The Government of the Virgin Islands, acting through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is seeking qualified vendors to supply and deliver first aid supplies to public primary and secondary schools for the upcoming 2025–2026 academic year.
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Notice to the Boating Community
H.M. Customs is informing the Charter Boat industry that any applications received by the CRVL Unit in the Ministry of Finance and not processed as of 31 October 2025, will be honoured by our department to obtain a cruising permit for charters.
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Statement on Tourism and Prospect Reef Development by Premier Wheatley
Madam Speaker, I am pleased to report that the Virgin Islands’ tourism sector continues to demonstrate sustained recovery, renewed growth, and continued confidence in our destination. An analysis of tourism arrivals for 2025, when compared with both 2024 and the pre-hurricane disruption benchmark year of 2016, confirms that we have returned to pre-hurricane levels but now face a shift in the growth structure of the industry.
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Department of Immigration Office Closure
The Department of Immigration advises the public that its offices will be closed today, Friday, April 17, 2026, and tomorrow, Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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VI Government Seeks Qualified Professionals to Remove and Install Roof for Medical Centre in VG.
VI Government Seeks Qualified Professionals to Remove and Install Roof for Medical Centre in VG. The Government of the Virgin Islands invites suitably qualified, professional, and experienced contractors to submit sealed proposals for the removal of the existing roof covering and the installation of a roofing membrane at the Nurse Iris O’Neal Medical Centre, Virgin Gorda.
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REMARKS BY HONOURABLE CORINE N. GEORGE-MASSICOTE SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS SECOND SITTING OF THE THIRD SESSION OF THE FIFTH HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY ON THE PASSING OF PC DIKEMBE VANTERPOOL TUESDAY 9TH APRIL, 2026
The Members and Staff of the House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands extend sincere condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Dikembe Vanterpool on his passing.