The British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) is pleased to receive a generous donation of three laptops, four cell phones, and three air purifiers from Harneys. These items were donated to the Primary Health Care Department, which is charged with managing the community health services – including the various clinics throughout the territory. This thoughtful contribution, that was made on Thursday, January 9, 2025, highlights the importance of private sector partnershi...

The BVI is the second UK Overseas Territory to launch a Care Certificate programme in an effort to improve and standardize healthcare services among unregulated healthcare professionals.The conversation to implement the programme began two years ago out of the need to ensure that all persons interacting with patients and clients have the same compassion, competence and caring skills and that the same standard of care is offered by all health and care services professionals. The Care Certifi...

The Government of the Virgin Islands is inviting suitably qualified persons or firms to express interest in the long-term development of the site of the Prospect Reef Resort.Firms will be allowed the full opportunity to be innovative in developing the Prospect Reef Resort site into a facility that meets world-class industry standards.The expressions of interest should consider the following in relation to the hotel project: i.          Proposals ...

Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley and a team of health officials have met to discuss the viability of the Pockword Pond incinerator.Included in the discussions was President and General Manager of Pennram Diversified Manufacturing Corporation Mr. Andy Hooker whose company boasts a resume of over 25 years of experience in the incineration industry.Mr. Hooker was in the Territory this week to conduct a full assessment of the incinerator after which he is exp...

The Virgin Islands are set to welcome a groundbreaking addition to its tourism and business landscape with the launch of NavigateVI, the first-ever VI experience portal and booking channel. The site goes live with a soft launch onto the market tonight, Saturday January 18th, but will officially and fully go live on February 1st 2025. NavigateVI promises to revolutionise how visitors and locals alike, discover, connect with, and book businesses and experiences throughout the Virgin Islands.&...

Holders of a British Overseas Territory Citizen (BOTC) passport from the Virgin Islands are not required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) when traveling to the United Kingdom (UK).The Civil Registry and Passport Office has announced that according to the guidelines published by the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), British Overseas Territory passport holders are exempt from the ETA program. Therefore, Virgin Islands BOTC passport holder...

Cabinet, in accordance with section 37 (4) of the Immigration and Passport Act (Revised Edition 2013) has approved the exemption of Guyanese nationals from the list of countries requiring a visa to enter the Territory.Premier and Minister of Finance, Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley, during a Press Conference on 30th September said, “This step strengthens the bond between our countries and the region, facilitating greater ease in travel, trade, tourism and investment. It underscores our ...

Nearly 50 Law Enforcement Officers have completed a certified Emergency Care and Treatment in Disasters Course.The one-week World Health Organization (WHO) and Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) training was facilitated through the Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute (VIPSLI).Participants were drawn from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), Virgin Islands Fire & Rescue Service, His Majesty’s Customs, BVI Airports Authority and Immigration Department.The offi...

In a landmark decision by the High Court of England & Wales, the case involving the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) against several banks, including Barclays Bank Plc, over alleged suppression of the USD LIBOR rate, has sent ripples across the globe. Notably, this ruling could have far-reaching implications for the British Virgin Islands (BVI), a renowned international financial hub. The following is a breakdown of the potential impacts on the BVI, in terms most everyone can und...