The public is advised that the Consolidated Index of Virgin Islands Legislation has been updated to include all legislation in force as of 1st January, 2026. This update incorporates all legislative changes made since the publication of the previous Index as at 1 January 2025.
The Government of the Virgin Islands is making considerable progress towards finalising the Virgin Islands National Tourism Policy (2026-2036) and the draft is now available for public review.
Crime in the Virgin Islands has risen by 13 percent over the past year, based on a comparison of the period from January to July, according to Acting Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Mr. Kenrick Davis, who confirmed that gun violence remains a major concern, but domestic violence is the leading contributor to the overall increase in reported crimes.
Residents and visitors of the Virgin Islands are encouraged to review the updated 2025 Land-based Emergency Shelter List, now available online at bvi.gov.vg and www.bviddm.com. This list, published under Part V, Section 13 of the Disaster Management Act (2003), provides essential information to help the public prepare for emergencies.
The National Security Council (NSC) is inviting youth of all ages, youth groups and organisations, parents, guardians and the general public to the Virgin Islands Anti-Crime Summit 2025 Launch and Youth Rally on Friday, August 15.
Q3 2025 Debt Update At the end of the third quarter of 2025, the public sector debt of the Government of the Virgin Islands stood at $145.95 million, reflecting a steady decline compared to previous quarters and years. This reduction—driven by ongoing debt servicing—marks an 18.7% decrease since September 2023, with no new disbursements recorded during the quarter.
The Government of the Virgin Islands invites tenders for road rehabilitation works at Prospect Reef, Tortola. The project includes demolition, excavation, site clearance, and the construction of concrete culverts, drainage, and pavement improvements. Tender documents are available upon request via email to procurement@gov.vg with the subject “Prospect Reef Road Rehabilitation.” A virtual pre-tender meeting will be held on Thursday, 4th December 2025 at 10:00 a.m. (local time). Tenders must be submitted by 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, 20th January 2026. Late submissions will not be considered. Tenders will be publicly opened at 11:00 a.m. on the same day via WebEx. For full details, contact the Procurement Unit at (284) 468-4245 or email procurement@gov.vg.
Everyone is invited to the upcoming Anti-Crime Summit to be held 24th-26th September. It's a call to action! His Excellency the Governor and the Honourable Premier are leading the charge in the fight against crime in the Virgin Islands.
Join us at the 24th-26th September anti-crime summit, as we, together, develop a strategy to reduce crime in the Virgin Islands. We must continue to be safe, supported. and seen. The cost of crime is too high!
The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports advises the public that the 2025–2026 academic year will officially commence as follows: