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Invitation to Tender Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital Building Facades Signage and Clean-up Services
The Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) in the British Virgin Islands was established to implement the Government’s recovery plan following the devastating effects of Hurricane Irma in 2017.
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Invitation to Tender Renovation of Office Space for the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change
The Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) in the British Virgin Islands was established to implement the Government’s recovery plan following the devastating effects of Hurricane Irma in 2017.
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Repair and Repainting of Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies (VISTS) Basketball Court
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the repair and repainting of the basketball court at the Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies (VISTS), located in Baughers Bay, Tortola.
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Stakeholders Consulted on Amendments to Domestic Violence Act
The Ministry of Health and Social Development through the Office of Gender Affairs convened a stakeholder consultation to review and identify proposed amendments to the Domestic Violence Act (2011) as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen protections for victims and survivors of domestic violence in the Virgin Islands.
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BVI Students in Asia Participate in 23rd Hong Kong Winter Food Festival
Students studying in the BVI Asia Abroad Scholarship Programme in Hong Kong & Macau participated in Hong Kong’s Winter Food Festival held in the Hong Kong Exhibition & Conference Centre from 25th – 29th December 25th 2025.
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VI Observes World Ocean Day 2024
The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries joined the global community in observing World Ocean under the theme, “Awaken new depth: catalysing action for our ocean and climate”.
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Residents Encouraged to Protect Kidney Health By Proper Nutrition/Lifestyle
The Ministry of Health and Social Development is encouraging residents to take proactive steps to protect their kidney health as part of its ongoing public education efforts to reduce chronic non-communicable diseases in the Virgin Islands.
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HLSCC Strengthens Partnerships with UK Colleges and Universities
Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Honourable Sharie de Castro, has announced that HLSCC graduates with degrees accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education can now enter directly into the third year of a bachelor’s programme at Richmond American University in London. This opportunity follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding during a recent UK visit, where the minister and HLSCC President Dr. Richard Georges attended the Education World Forum. Honourable de Castro highlighted the challenges posed by rising U.S. tuition costs and visa uncertainties, noting that Virgin Islanders qualify as home students in the UK, paying significantly lower tuition fees. The partnership with Richmond University, which shares the same accreditation body as HLSCC, ensures smooth credit transfers and a more affordable, efficient pathway to completing undergraduate studies abroad.
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Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Forum
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sustainable Development, in collaboration with the Festivals and Fairs Committee, will host the V.G. Easter Festival Forum on Monday, 16 February at 5:15 p.m. at St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Virgin Gorda.
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OFFICIAL STATEMENT BY THE PREMIER OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS ON THE PASSING OF MS. EILEENE LUCIA PARSONS, OBE
The Government and people of the Virgin Islands mourn the passing of Ms. Eileene Lucia Parsons, OBE, a trailblazing leader and beloved cultural icon. As the first woman to serve as a Government Minister, Deputy Chief Minister, and Deputy Speaker, she broke barriers in politics and championed Virgin Islands culture. Ms. Parsons was a passionate advocate for education, health, and the arts, founding the BVI Heritage Dancers and promoting cultural preservation internationally. Honoured with an OBE in 2013, her legacy lives on through her many contributions and the Eileene L. Parsons Auditorium. She passed away just shy of her 95th birthday, leaving an indelible mark on the Territory.