The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) will host a series of community Open House events across the Territory as part of its 35th Anniversary celebrations. The initiative aims to raise awareness of BVIPA operations, share development plans, and engage directly with residents.The series begins in Virgin Gorda, followed by Jost Van Dyke and Anegada in February and March.Managing Director of the BVIPA noted that the Open House sessions will help strengthen community engagement while hig...

In a major milestone for the Virgin Islands’ maritime sector, the British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) proudly announces the inaugural PortVision Conference 2026, a groundbreaking three-day event to be held at the HLSCC Auditorium, April 22–24, 2026 in Tortola, British Virgin Islands. This first-of-its-kind initiative marks a significant highlight of the Authority’s 35th anniversary of service, celebrating more than three decades of keeping the BVI moving.PortVision C...

Former United Kingdom Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested. Cars arrived at the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk where the former prince lives earlier this morning. Thames Valley Police said the eighth in line to the British throne has been held on suspicion of misconduct in public office.The US Congress released a complete dossier of information in January and February of this year in relation to dead paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. UK police have been assessing claims that Andrew,...

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...