The Government of The Virgin Islands is hosting the first official visit by a Speaker of the UK House of Commons from 16-19 February 2026. Upon arrival, the Speaker - The Right Honourable Sir Lindsay Hoyle - will be formally greeted by His Excellency the Governor, Daniel Pruce; Premier, Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley; and the Honourable Speaker of the House of Assembly, Corine George-Massicote. The visit underscores the strong and enduring relationship between T...

The public is advised that the Consolidated Index of Virgin Islands Legislation has been updated to include all legislation in force as of 1st January, 2026. This update incorporates all legislative changes made since the publication of the previous Index as at 1 January 2025.Attorney General Honourable Dawn J. Smith said, “The release of the updated Index is in keeping with the Law Revision and Accessibility of Laws project’s goal of publishing a Consolidated Index for the Virgin Is...

Improving employee health, wellness and productivity is at the centre of a new office renovation contract signed between the Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) and Vanterpool Construction to facilitate the relocation of the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change.The contract valued at $401,533.15 was awarded on Tuesday, 10 February, 2026, following a National (Domestic) Competitive Bidding process conducted in accordance with the RDA’s Procurement Policy and Proce...

During a regional visit on Tuesday February 10, 2027, Premier Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley held what he considered to be a constructive meeting with leaders of the Turks and Caicos Islands. The discussions were said to be focused on constitutional matters, healthcare funding, and opportunities to deepen collaboration in both tourism and investment. The Premier emphasized shared governance and resilience and expressed a commitment to ongoing partnership to advance the region’s long-ter...

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.Led by the Honourable Attorney General Dawn J. Smith, the Virgin Islands delegation reaffirmed the Government’s full commitment to delivering...

The Marine Safety Investigation and Reporting Authority (MSIRA) has published its Safety Investigation Report into the collision involving the motor vessel Mojaito, which occurred on the night of 26 July 2025 in the Sir Francis Drake Channel, south of Brandywine Bay, Tortola.The incident involved a 31-foot recreational power boat named “Mojaito” which collided with a green steel lateral channel marker south of the Brandywine Bay entrance while transiting from Virgin Gorda to Roa...

Senior students at the Eslyn Henley Richiez Learning Centre (EHRLC) continue to benefit from a structured Work Programme designed to build practical skills, independence, and confidence through real-world work experience.The programme, which has been in place for the past three years, allows senior students to participate in supervised work placements aligned with their interests and abilities. Students currently attend placements two days per week, with hours increasing as they approach graduat...

The Ministry of Health and Social Development has officially launched the second cohort of the BVI Care Certificate Programme, with 22 participants.Chief Nursing Officer, Ms.  Jascinth Hannibal said the training focuses on strengthening standards and consistency across health and social care services in the Virgin Islands.Ms. Hannibal underscored the programme’s role in building strong foundations for care professionals. She said, “The Care Certificate Programme equips our care ...