The Government of the Virgin Islands (VI) says it continues to work diligently to complete the implementation of the recommendations outlined in the Commission of Inquiry (COI) report, by the August 31, 2024 deadline. Photo: VINO/File

Initially scheduled for completion by May 31, 2024, Governor Daniel Pruce extended the deadline to August 31, 2024, recognizing to ensure thorough implementation of all necessary reforms in the VI. Photo: File

The June monthly report presented to His Excellency the Governor Daniel Pruce and Premier of the Virgin Islands, Hon Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley, noted the implementation progress.

The government said that as of June 28, 2024, all 50 Framework Recommendations have commenced, with 35 recommendations (70%) already completed and 15 recommendations (30%) actively progressing with substantial work done.

“These recommendations categorised into 131 specific actions, have seen significant traction. One hundred and three actions (79%) have been successfully completed, 25 actions (19%) are ongoing with substantial work done, and plans for the remaining three actions (2%) are in development,” it added.

Critical legislature approved 

A release from the Government added that throughout June 2024, the Cabinet successfully approved crucial legislative measures, including the Integrity in Public Life Legislative Framework, the Institutional and Non-institutional Grant Issuance Framework Policy, the Civil Mitigation Policy, and the Statutory Boards Policy. 

“The Government of the Virgin Islands has also proactively addressed issues concerning residency and Belonger status, advanced Public Service Transformation initiatives, and investigated critical matters impacting the Virgin Islands community,” it added.

Initially scheduled for completion by May 31, 2024, Governor Daniel Pruce extended the deadline to August 31, 2024, recognizing to ensure thorough implementation of all necessary reforms in the VI.