A big part of the self-determination march is the ability to protect ourselves.  But since we are not responsible for our own national security, it is difficult, if not impossible, to garner the expertise to build the types of institutions and experiences required.We have been on this march now for over 5 decades.  We must get serious and begin to place country above self.  There is too much school boy posturing and jockeying for power in the halls of state. And good governan...

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health and Social Development, Ms. Tasha Bertie, paid tribute to nurses across the Virgin Islands at a commemorative luncheon hosted by the BVI Nurses Association on Monday, 12 May.The luncheon was part of the activities marking Nurse’s Week, which was observed from May 6–12,In a deep reflection, Ms. Bertie paid tribute to the nurses whose dedication helped shape the Virgin Islands’ healthcare system and left a lasting impression on genera...

The British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA), in partnership with KPMG, has concluded the second round of public consultations as part of its mission to develop a forward-looking Strategic Plan for healthcare in the Territory.This phase of the consultation process focused on the sister islands of Virgin Gorda and Jost Van Dyke, where residents shared their insights, concerns, and expectations for a more responsive and equitable healthcare system.While many attendees highlighted ...

The BVI Post Office has announced the resumption of services to mailboxes located at the East End and Long Look Community Centre.Acting Postmaster General Iris Romney said that mail will be delivered to the mailboxes for box holders within the following number ranges: 443-531 2801-2972 5000-5097 6401-6476Customers holding old keys are asked to have them returned to the General Post Office, at the Maduro Building in Road Town, where they will be issued new keys. If a customer does not have a key ...

Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley has praised the dedication and resilience of the Territory’s nurses, describing them as the “heartbeat of the healthcare system”.Honourable Wheatley during a special ceremony hosted by the BVI Health Services Authority in recognition of Nurses Week 2025 acknowledged the dedication, resilience, and compassion demonstrated by nurses across all sectors, from hospitals and clinics to home care and assisted l...

The British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has taken a major step forward in enhancing the Territory’s healthcare resilience with the signing of a contract for the construction of a dedicated Oxygen Generator System Building at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital.The contract, valued at USD $182,260.93, was officially executed on Thursday, May 8, 2025, between BVIHSA and local contractor Connect Enterprises Ltd. The project was awarded following a formal selective procurem...

Hello You!  It's a new day. Beautiful, rainy with so much hope and possibilities. All you have to do is keep that positive mindset and work on you. Don't forget the past but learn from it. Learn the kinks and nots. The what if, the maybes and why nots as a reminder that you are the one who get to choose your happiness. It was always your choice. Not them. Use it as a fuel to motivate being the best version of you. Part III: Rising — To Your SelfYou don’t rise all at...

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is urgently seeking the assistance of the public in locating a highly dangerous individual, John Dawn Emmanuel, known by the alias “Small Brent.” He is currently wanted for questioning in connection with a recent murder committed within the Territory.This individual is considered a serious threat to public safety and should be considered armed and extremely dangerous. He has also been associated with kidnapping, e...

Alliance Calls For Peace, National Crime Reduction Strategy and Stiffer Ammunition Penalties In Statement Released Overnight