The Prospect Reef Board has extended the deadline for submitting responses to the Expression of Interest (EOI) to 3 April 2025. The site visit, previously scheduled for 6 February 2025, will now occur on 6 March 2025 at 11:00 a.m.
All vessel operators, charter companies, visiting charters, and bareboaters are reminded of their legal obligation to report all marine accidents and incidents occurring in Virgin Islands waters.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Minister Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley highlighted the importance of cervical cancer screening and early detection during Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. He urged women aged 21 to 65 to schedule regular screenings every 3-5 years. The Ministry of Health is promoting prevention, early detection, and education to combat cervical cancer. Dr. Arliene T. Penn, in partnership with Unite BVI, is offering free screenings until January 31. Cervical cancer is a leading cause of death for women globally, with higher mortality rates in Latin America and the Caribbean. The Ministry is committed to improving public health.
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.