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Waste Management Accepting Bids for Security Cameras
The Department of Waste Management is accepting quotations for the supply and installation of 11 solar security outdoor cameras and 3 indoor security cameras at various waste management sites. The cameras must meet specific requirements, including solar power, Wi-Fi or 4G connectivity, and night vision. Quotations must be submitted in a sealed envelope by Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. Interested businesses should include required documents such as product specifications and certificates. Submissions should be delivered to the Department of Waste Management on Tortola. For more information, contact the department at 284-468-4934.
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BVI Full Moon Party Kicks Off 2025 BVI Marketing In Puerto Rico
The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) launched its summer marketing campaign in Puerto Rico with a BVI Full Moon Party on April 12 at Vivo Beach Club, Carolina. The event attracted over 800 guests and featured cultural performances, BVI-inspired cuisine, and travel raffles, promoting the BVI as an ideal summer destination. Premier Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley highlighted the BVI’s hospitality and invited attendees to future events, including “Xmas in July” in Virgin Gorda. The campaign aims to boost tourism from Puerto Rico, emphasizing the BVI’s unique offerings and global travel accolades.
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Recovery and Development Agency Advances Key Procurement Activities to Strengthen Health and Infrastructure Systems
Friday, 16th January – The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) today advanced the delivery of critical upgrades to the Territory’s healthcare infrastructure with a Bidder’s Conference and Site Visit for the Major Peebles Wing Clinics’ Lobby Renovations at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital.
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Department of Trade Launches Programme to Empower Local Businesses
The Department of Trade, Investment Promotion and Consumer Affairs has officially launched its ‘Igniting BVI’s Economic Future’ Outreach Programme with its first community engagement in the Fifth District.
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Ministry of Health Launches Video Competition to Beat Diabetes
The Ministry of Health and Social Development has launched a video competition to promote diabetes aware and prevention. The “Beat Diabetes Before It Starts” Video Competition calls on students in grades two through six to create a 45–60 second video that highlights healthy lifestyle choices that can help prevent diabetes.
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Students Engage in Youth Mock Sitting of the House of Assembly During United Kingdom Speaker’s Visit
Students from secondary and tertiary institutions across the Territory took part in a Youth Mock Sitting of the House of Assembly on Thursday, 19th February, engaging in a structured parliamentary debate on issues central to The Virgin Islands’ future.
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2025-2056 School Year – Full STEAM Ahead: Future Focused, Student Centered Professional Day 2025 — “Change is the Currency” By Honourable Sharie de Castro Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports
Three years ago, when we began this journey, I encouraged you to give more, to get change.
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Junior Minister Hodge-Smith Highlights Activities for Culture and Tourism Month 2025
Junior Minister Hodge-Smith Highlights Activities for Culture and Tourism Month 2025 Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism, Honourable Luce Hodge-Smith, has announced a dynamic lineup of activities for Culture and Tourism Month 2025, which is being observed under the theme “Rooted in Culture, Growing Through Tourism.”
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VISTS and ESHS to Compete for Debate Championship Title
The Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies (VISTS) and Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) have advanced to the final round of the Inter-Secondary Schools Debate after winning their semi-final matches on February 26. VISTS defeated St. George’s Secondary School (SGSS) in the first semi-final, debating the moot "Year-Round Tourism: Is it Achievable and Sustainable?" VISTS argued in favor, presenting data on year-round tourism, while SGSS opposed, citing infrastructure concerns and the need for downtime. In the second semi-final, ESHS won against Bregado Flax Educational Centre (BFEC) on the moot "Mental Health Services Should Be Mandated in All Educational Institutions in the Virgin Islands." ESHS opposed the moot, arguing it would strain the education budget and citing existing services as sufficient, while BFEC argued for mandatory mental health support for students. Both teams received feedback from adjudicators and will compete in the final debate on March 12 for the title of Inter-Secondary Schools Debate Champion.
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Statement By Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley On the Occasion of the Visit to the United Kingdom to meet with Overseas Territories Minister Stephen Doughty
Thank you for the opportunity to share this update on my bilateral meeting with United Kingdom Overseas Territories Minister Hon. Stephen Doughty that took place last week in London, as well as other meetings in the UK Parliament.