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Premier Wheatley Reaffirms Support for Virgin Islanders in Senior Roles
Premier Wheatley Reaffirms Support for Virgin Islanders in Senior Roles (The RVIPF Performed Well under Jacqueline Vanterpool’s Leadership) Premier and Minister of Finance, Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley, has expressed his strong support for the advancement of Virgin Islanders into top leadership positions within the public service, including the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).
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Premier Outlines Reasons to Fight for a New Virgin Islands Constitution
Premier and Minister of Finance, Tourism, Culture, and Sustainable Development, Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley, opened debate in the House of Assembly on Thursday, 18 September, on the 2022-2023 Constitutional Review Commission Report with strong arguments for constitutional amendments aimed at the decolonisation of the Virgin Islands.
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Long Bay, Beef Island Beach Picnic Area Ready to be Used
The Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change announces the new public picnic area and “Living Classroom” at Long Bay Beach, Beef Island, marking the final phase of implementation of the Long Bay Beach Management Plan, co-funded by Government and Unite BVI.
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Virgin Islands Reports Positive Progress at FATF Plenary in Mexico City
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has recognised the progress made by the Virgin Islands in strengthening the effectiveness of its anti‑money laundering, counter‑terrorist financing and counter‑proliferation financing framework, following the Territory’s participation in the FATF Plenary held in Mexico City from 9–13 February 2026.
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Brewers Bay Community Restored and Dedicated to George W. Christopher
The Brewers Bay Community Centre has reopened and was formally dedicated in honour of the late George Wellington Christopher, a beloved public servant whose life of faith, service, and generosity helped shape the Second District community.
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Over Three Hundred Students to Showcase Projects at the National Science and Innovation Fair
A total of three hundred and twenty eight students from twenty seven schools across the Virgin Islands will showcase their creativity, research and problem-solving skills during the upcoming National Science and Innovation Fair, one of the major highlights of Education Month 2026.
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Contract Signing Ceremony Design Consultants for Fisheries Landing Site at the Omar Hodge Fishers' Wharf and the Road Town Master Plan
Today is a meaningful day in the life of our Territory. We gather to witness the signing of two important contracts that mark two significant milestones in the continued development and transformation of the Virgin Islands. These contracts - one for the Design Consultancy of the Fisheries Landing Site at the Omar Hodge Fishers’ Wharf, and the other for the Design Consultancy of the Road Town Master Plan - represent progress, vision, and confidence in the future of the Virgin Islands.
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Winners Announced for the Seven Seas Water Group Prize for Water Science
Seven Seas Water Group (SSWG) awarded the winners of the Prize for Water Science at the National Science Fair in recognition of World Water Day. Zara Pascoe from Cedar International School won in the Secondary Division for her project on marine pollution, while Daria Donovan and Brielle Williams from Ebenezer Thomas Primary School won in the Primary Division for their project on bacterial growth in reusable water bottles. The winners toured the Paraquita Bay Water Plant and received their prizes. Minister of Education, Hon. Sharie de Castro, praised the partnership between SSWG and the Ministry of Education, highlighting the importance of STEAM education and scientific inquiry.
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Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre Marks One Month of Transformation for Exceptional Learners
The Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre is marking one month in its new home, continuing to bring transformative change to students, families, and educators following its historic opening on October 13. The newly rebuilt facility stands as the first purpose-built special education school in the OECS, a long-awaited milestone achieved through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports in partnership with the Recovery and Development Agency, Unite BVI, the Maples Group, TigerQi Architecture and construction partner Autland Heavy Equipment Co. Ltd. The opening ceremony, which featured contributions from Government officials, regional partners, donors, and supporters celebrated the realisation of a decades-long vision to provide exceptional learners with a modern, inclusive space tailored to their needs.
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Virgin Islands Students Shine in 2025 CSEC Examinations
The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports proudly announces the outstanding performance of Virgin Islands students in the 2025 Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations.