Constitutional review for debate in early 2025 - bvinews.com
Nov 29, 2024 · The BVI will begin debating its constitutional review in early 2025, according to Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley. The announcement signals a crucial step in shaping the territory’s governance framework for the future.
BVI News—News from BVI
News from BVI. A New Year’s Eve celebration at the Pier Park. The Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park came alive with music and vibrant energy during its New Year’s Eve celebration, which extended from Tuesday into Wednesday morning.
Minimum wage increase postponed!
Dec 4, 2024 · The Ministry of Financial Services has announced the postponement of the minimum wage increase initially set to take effect on November 30, citing an undisclosed policy matter as the reason. In a statement, the ministry indicated that a revised implementation date will be announced in the first ...
Agriculture can provide economic diversification — Premier
Nov 27, 2024 · What a reassuring idea :-/ …. BUT PLEASE – dear Leaders – let’s spend the $1.9mil to actually creat an Agricultural and Fishery Sector before building a superfluous Ag and Fish complex … on premium farm land (!) , miles from the fishing communities, with no justifiable business plan, no skilled food processing personnel, no market requirement for Govt to act as middle man etc etc
Government advancements in education lauded
Nov 26, 2024 · Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has praised his government’s advancements in education, pointing out critical investments in infrastructure, resources, and professional development. Presenting the budg…
BVI News—News from BVI
Bring back NHI and fix it, Walwyn urges. Sixth District Representative Myron Walwyn has criticised the state of healthcare in the BVI and the National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme, arguing that the government has a perfect opportunity to fix …
Gov’t disappointed over BVI feature in Fodor’s No-List
Nov 27, 2024 · The place looks like trash/accident hazard- NCL told you guys the same about the infrastructure, now you disappointed in the article– fix the place and stop traveling- this is the worst I’ve ever seen Tortola- if I was a tourist I wouldn’t come here either!!
Governance reform shows maturity, says Premier
Dec 26, 2024 · Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has suggested that recent governance reforms demonstrate the BVI’s maturity and readiness for greater autonomy. During a recent GIS interview, Dr Wheatley emphasised that the reforms, born out of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) process, demonstrate the territory’s ability to govern responsibly.
November 2024 – BVI News
10 posts published by Davion during November 2024. Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has underscored the critical need for enhanced accountability within the public service, emphasising that recent legislative measures are pivotal in driving this transformation.
BVI not immune from cost of living increases
Nov 27, 2024 · Cost of Living to the paychecks of employees. This will assist in offsetting the cost of living adjustments made throughout. If this is not done, the employee suffers annually with the loss of increased cost of living adjustments.