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BVI MOVES WALK OCTOBER 25
Join us for a BVI Moves Walk on Saturday October 25 beginning at 6 a.m. at the Greenland Field.
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Education Month 2026 Continues With Week Four Activities
The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports will continue its observance of Education Month 2026 with several activities scheduled for the week of 22nd–27th March.
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Scheduled CAPS Migration & Temporary Manual Declaration Process
The Customs Automated Processing System (CAPS) will undergo a scheduled migration beginning Friday, 21st November 2025 at 4:30 PM. During this period, the system will be offline and unavailable to importers and brokers, with access expected to resume on Monday, 24th November 2025 once works and testing are completed. In the meantime, all Trader Declarations (TDs) must be submitted manually using the HMC‑12‑2024 Version 2 Form. Please note that the current CAPS submission link (https://www.bvicaps.gov.vg/CAPSWeb/Login.jsp) will be discontinued from Friday, 21st November 2025. The new link (https://caps.gov.vg/CAPSWeb/TraderLogin.jsp) will serve as the official platform for all future declaration submissions.
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Government Reminds of Mandatory Reporting Requirement for All Marine Accidents and Incidents
The Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA) is reminding vessel operators and maritime stakeholders across the Virgin Islands that reporting marine accidents and incidents is a legal requirement under the Virgin Islands Merchant Shipping (Accident Reporting and Investigation) Regulations, 2020.
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Ministry of Health and Social Development Invites Tenders for Management of North Sound Public Cemetery, Virgin Gorda
The Ministry of Health and Social Development is inviting qualified and reputable local contractors to submit tenders for the management and maintenance of the North Sound Public Cemetery on Virgin Gorda.
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House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands Clarifies Context of Auditor General's Report on 2024 Salary Adjustments 21 September, 2025
The release of the recent Auditor General’s report has prompted significant public discussion, particularly around the adjustments made to the compensation of elected Members of the House of Assembly. The level of public interest underscores the importance of transparency and clear communication regarding the decisions taken, the rationale behind them, and the processes that were followed.
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Ministry Honours Education Pioneers at Inaugural Living Legends Luncheon
The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports have honoured retired educators from the 1960s and 1970s during the inaugural Living Legends Luncheon. The event held on March 30 at The Moorings formed part of the closing activities for Education Month 2026 and paid tribute to educators whose decades of service helped shape the foundation of the modern Virgin Islands education system.
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Public Service Debt Report for the Second Quarter of 2025
The Government of the Virgin Islands (GoVI) currently holds fifteen standard loans with four creditors: three domestic (CIBC Caribbean, Republic Bank, and the Social Security Board) and one external (Caribbean Development Bank). Domestic debt totals $71.77 million (47.1% of total debt), while external debt with CDB accounts for $80.49 million (52.9%). Most of the debt (79.2%, or $120.62 million) carries floating interest rates, primarily with SSB, CIBC, and CDB, while the remaining 20.8% ($31.64 million) is fixed-rate debt held across all creditors.
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Financial Services Complaints Tribunal Seeks Member
The Government of the Virgin Islands is inviting applications for one position on the Financial Services Complaints Tribunal. The selected member will investigate complaints, mediate disputes between clients and financial service providers regulated by the FSC, and ensure fair business practices. Applicants must reside in the Virgin Islands, have at least seven years of professional experience, meet FSC fit and proper requirements, and demonstrate sound judgment. Applications, including a cover letter, résumé, and required disclosures, must be submitted by June 30 via email to mfseddt@gov.vg.
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Waste Management Inviting Tenders for Heavy Equipment Rentals
The Government of the Virgin Islands is inviting tenders for the rental and operation of heavy equipment at the Pockwood Pond and Virgin Gorda dumpsites. Contractors must provide equipment listed in the Schedule of Requirements, operated for a minimum of 8 hours daily, with immediate replacement in case of breakdowns. Tenderers must submit proof of equipment ownership and trained personnel based in the BVI, details of relevant experience, valid certificates of good standing, and a 2025 trade license if applicable. All tender prices must be in US dollars. Two copies of proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope labeled “Heavy Equipment at the Pockwood Pond Dumpsite” by 4:00 p.m. on June 30, 2025, to the Department of Waste Management, Union Property Building.