Deputy Governor, Mr. David D. Archer, Jr., is acting in office of Governor of the Virgin Islands from Monday 16th March to Friday 20th March, 2026 in the absence of His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Daniel Pruce, who is out of the Territory.Mr. Archer’s Oath of Allegiance and Oath for Due Execution of Office was administered by Her Ladyship, the Honourable Justice Angelica Teelucksingh.Deputy Governor Archer, Jr’s appointment is in accordance with section 37 (1) (a) of the Virgin Islands Consti...

The giant Goliath is beating his chest.  He is the most powerful man in the land.  He has captured a Party that was not his and one by one he is picking off his opponents.And he is changing the fabric of the structures set up to help him; The very standards that ensure our growth as a country.  So, unfortunately, even if he gains those tenets of legacy and heirloom for which he fights, there is no guarantee that any of his political appointees will still be positioned to ensure implementation an...

The Community Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Unit of the BVIHealth Services Authority (BVIHSA) has once again received regional recognition for its valiant work in the local community. This time the team will be presenting a research paper which focuses on youth mental health at the upcoming Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) Health Research Conference.The paper, entitled “Increased Emotional Resilience and Mental Well-being in Virgin Islands (UK) Youths through Early Therapeut...

The Environmental Health Division is advising the public of the immediate recall of the product Pâté en Croûte Cocktail Pistache (400g), produced by the brand Drôme Salaisons.The recall was issued following reports that the product may be contaminated with Listeria, a harmful bacterium that can cause serious illness.Product Details:• Product Name: Pâté en Croûte Cocktail Pistache• Brand: Drôme Salaisons• Size: 400g• Affected Batches: Products with a use-by date between 17 February 2026 and 3...

The Ministry of Health and Social Development is advising the public of an increase in respiratory tract infections among young children across the Territory.Respiratory tract infections affect the nose, throat, airways, or lungs and are most often caused by viruses. These illnesses are common among young children whose immune systems are still developing and who spend time in close contact with others in childcare and school settings.National Epidemiologist Ms. Harmonie Brewley said childcare c...

Hello You! It's the weekend again and we are about to head out the door, have a lime maybe sipping a drink or just enjoy the bliss of the weekend where it may be. But, there are always caution when having fun. Live. But live responsibly. Friday is to release the worries of the previous week so don't add the worries of the future to the mix. Happpy Friday!  Friday Night TruthIt’s Friday in the BVI.The sun is leaning into the sea,music drifting from the bars,glasses clinking,Wine loosens,laughter...

The Office of the Deputy Governor advises members of the public that former Deputy Governor, Mrs. Rosalie Adams is serving as Acting Governor in the absence of Governor Daniel Pruce and Deputy Governor Mr. David D. Archer, Jr., who are both out of the Territory.Mrs. Adams will act as Governor until Saturday 14th March, 2026.Mrs. Adams’ appointment is in accordance with section 37 of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order, 2007.

Fourteen secondary school students from across the Virgin Islands have successfully completed the Street Doctors training programme, an initiative designed to empower young people to become peer leaders, positive influencers, and advocates for safer communities.Students from Elmore Stoutt High School, Bregado Flax Educational Centre, Claudia Creque Educational Centre, St. George’s Secondary School, the Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies (VISTS), and the BVI Seventh-day Adventist School ...