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Good morning and thank you for joining me at Government House this morning. Let me begin by providing updates on security-related matters including the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force and the prison, HMP Balsam Ghut, and after I’ll say a few words about last week’s visit to the Virgin Islands by Mr. Robbie Bulloch, Director of the Overseas Territories at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office – his first visit to the British Virgin Islands.

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The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, is inviting tenders for the Roof and Drain Cleaning at Francis Lettsome Primary School (FLPS) located at Green Land, Tortola, Virgin Islands.

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The community of Anegada is notified that a representative from the Water and Sewerage Department and a representative from the Department of Information Technology will be visiting on Wednesday, 5th November, to assist with online payment registration and online payments.

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The Environmental Health Division has announced the recall of Morbier Cheese, suspected to be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli, which has been linked to cases of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS). The recall affects Morbier AOP 45JOURS cheese, with specific batches having the following lot numbers: 36110, 31304, and 33206. Consumers are advised to refrain from consuming the recalled products and return or dispose of them immediately. Symptoms of contamination include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting. Affected individuals should seek medical attention. The Ministry of Health and Social Development is monitoring the situation and providing further updates.

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The Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA) has published its Safety Investigation Report into the collision involving the motor vessel Mojaito, which occurred on the night of 26 July 2025 in the Sir Francis Drake Channel, south of Brandywine Bay, Tortola.

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As Premier of the Virgin Islands, I was pleased to visit London for a series of productive engagements with the United Kingdom Government, Members of Parliament, and fellow leaders of the Overseas Territories, focused on governance reform, the fight against illicit finance, and the shared priorities of the Territories.

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The Safe Haven Transitional Centre will host another Community Soup Kitchen on Wednesday, 19 November from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Vulnerable members of the community are invited to visit the Centre to enjoy a free bowl of soup and a moment of fellowship.

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The public is advised that an online form for submitting feedback on the proposed Human Rights Commission Bill, 2025 is now available. People are invited to read the Bill, submit feedback, and attend public meetings. To access the Bill and submit feedback, visit bvi.gov.vg/humanrights.

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Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley, reaffirmed the Virgin Islands’ strong commitment to transparency, accountability, and international financial standards following the visit of the UK’s Anti-Corruption Champion, Baroness Margaret Hodge, from 23–24 September 2025.

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The National Security Council (NSC) met on February 5, 2025, with Minister for Education, Youth Affairs, and Sports Honourable Sharie de Castro to discuss her recent visit to the UK. She shared insights from discussions with the London Violence Reduction Unit and the UK’s Department for Education on tackling crime and violence among young people. The NSC also received a presentation from Chief Education Officer Orlandette Crabbe on current safety strategies in schools and collaboration with law enforcement. The NSC expressed support for the Ministry of Education's efforts and committed to establishing a joint working group to advance initiatives before the Minister’s upcoming UK visit in May 2025.