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First BVI Care Certificate Programme Graduates 19 New Care Professionals
The Ministry of Health and Social Development has celebrated the graduation of 19 care professionals from the first cohort of the BVI Care Certificate Programme, marking a significant step toward improving the quality of care across the Territory. Participants, representing various institutions including the BVI Health Services Authority, Adina Donovan Home, Rainbow Children’s Home, Virgin Gorda Home for the Elderly, and the Social Development Department’s Home Care Programme, completed a rigorous 16-week blended training. The programme, adapted from UK standards and supported by the UK Overseas Territories Public Health Strengthening Programme, sets out essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours for care professionals. Chief Nursing Officer and Programme Coordinator Ms. Jascinth Hannibal commended the graduates for their commitment and highlighted the transformative impact of their shared experiences. Each participant will receive a Care Certified Badge and a Ministry-authenticated certificate, as the Ministry continues to strengthen a skilled and compassionate care workforce in the Virgin Islands.
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Statement on Delegation to CARIFESTA and Hurricane Erin
It is with great pride that I announce the Virgin Islands’ participation in the upcoming Caribbean Festival of Arts (CARIFESTA), to be held in Barbados.
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Virgin Islands Government Concludes Successful Participation in Joint Ministerial Council Meetings in London
Virgin Islands Government Concludes Successful Participation in Joint Ministerial Council Meetings in London The Government of the Virgin Islands today signaled the successful conclusion of this year's Joint Ministerial Council (JMC) meetings, held in London, United Kingdom, where leaders and representatives of the United Kingdom's Overseas Territories (OTs) gathered to address shared challenges, strengthen intergovernmental collaboration, and chart a unified path forward.
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Winter Apprenticeship Programme Relaunches with 123 Student Placements
The Office of the Deputy Governor, through the Department of Human Resources, has officially relaunched the Winter Apprenticeship Programme, placing 123 students across the public service and private-sector partners for the December 2025 session. The cohort includes 50 college and university students and 73 high school students, representing one of the programme’s strongest intakes to date.
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Elmore Stoutt High School Claims Top Honours at 2025 Inter-Secondary School Chess Tournament
After two days of intense competition, the 2025 Inter-Secondary School Chess Tournament concluded on Saturday, 13th December, with Elmore Stoutt High School emerging as the overall champions.
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Contract Signed for Road Pavement and the Reconstruction of Sidewalks in Sea Cows Bay
The Government of the Virgin Islands has signed a contract with E & K Trucking & Construction for the paving of approximately eight thousand (8000) linear feet of road in Sea Cows Bay. The contract was signed on Friday 16 January 2026 in the sum of one million five hundred forty-five thousand four hundred sixteen dollars and twenty-nine cents ($1,545,416.29). The project is expected to be completed within three (3) months.
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Investing in Resilience, Not Disasters
Director of Disaster Management Jasen Penn advocates for investments in resilience, not disasters, in a statement for the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2025
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VI Government Seeks Competitive Security Company
26th March 2026 VI Government Seeks Competitive Security Company The Government of the Virgin Islands is seeking professional service from a qualified and reputable security company to Supply Security Services for the Transportation of Government Funds from various revenue collection sites on Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegeda, and Jost Van Dyke for a period of two (2) years.
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Department of Labour Urges Employers to Comply With Labour Code
The Department of Labour and Workforce Department is urging employers to submit work permit applications at least 10 days prior to the commencement of work during the upcoming VI Emancipation Festival.
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Cabinet Decisions: Meetings of 30th April 2025 7th and 28th May 2025
His Excellency, the Governor Mr. Daniel Pruce, chaired the meeting held on 30th April, 2025.