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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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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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Department Of Trade Hosts Final MSME Grant Award Ceremony For 2025
The Department of Trade, Investment Promotion and Consumer Affairs successfully hosted its final Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Grant Award Ceremony for 2025 on Friday, 19 December, in Road Town, reaffirming the Government of the Virgin Islands’ commitment to supporting local entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainable business development.
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Statement By Premier Of The Virgin Islands Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley on the Special Announcement
The Premier addresses the economic challenges the Virgin Islands faces due to global turbulence, particularly impacting the Caribbean. He announces changes to the Government to strengthen the response to these challenges. The Honourable Mrs. Lorna Smith, OBE, will return to the Government as Minister of State for Financial Services and Economic Development, responsible for financial services, economic diversification, investment, trade, and climate finance. The Honourable Karl Dawson will step down as Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries but will continue to support the Premier in these areas and be nominated as Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly.
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Premier Addresses House of Lords Constitution Committee
Premier of The Virgin Islands, Honourable Dr Natalio D. Wheatley, appeared before the United Kingdom House of Lords Constitution Committee on Wednesday, 11th February to give evidence as part of its review of the 2023 UK–Overseas Territories Joint Declaration. The document is a framework for a "modern partnership" based on shared democratic values, human rights, and the rule of law between the UK and its Overseas Territories.
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Statement by Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley on the Revocation of the 2022 Order in Council
Today is a day that will long be remembered in the annals of Virgin Islands history. Today is the day that what has been known as the Order in Council is lifted. And our hopes, dreams, and aspirations are lifted along with it.