The Virgin Islands has taken another step towards strengthening its justice system with the official opening of a second Criminal Court, in Pockwood Pond, providing much-needed additional space to support the administration of justice.

The Deputy Governor, accompanied by staff from the Office of the Deputy Governor, attended the opening ceremony today, marking the culmination of two years of collaborative work between the Office of the Deputy Governor and the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court.

The additional courtroom is expected to support the continued operations of the judicial system by providing greater capacity for criminal proceedings and helping to address the growing demands on court facilities.

The Office of the Deputy Governor worked closely with the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court throughout the past two years to bring the project to fruition.

The opening represents an important investment in the Territory’s justice infrastructure and reinforces the importance of ensuring that the courts have the necessary facilities to carry out their critical work.

As the Virgin Islands continues to strengthen its institutions, access to adequate judicial facilities remains an essential part of upholding the rule of law and delivering justice.