VIDIC attends 2025 International Association of Deposit Insurers (IADI) AGM & Annual Conference
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Deposit Insurance Corporation (VIDIC) joined deposit insurers and financial stability experts from around the world at the 2025 International Association of Deposit Insurers (IADI) Annual General Meeting and Annual Conference, held from November 24–28, 2025, in Lisbon, Portugal.
Caribbean Airlines to cut VI route effective January 2026
PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad and Tobago- Caribbean Airlines (CAL) will be suspending routes, including to the Virgin Islands (VI), effective January 2026.
Jewellery store on Pier Park robbed
WICKHAM'S CAY 1, Tortola, VI - Information reaching our News Centre is that gunmen robbed a jewellery store at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park minutes ago, Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Julian Willock to host 3D Raffle & Christmas Party for Children
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Former Speaker of the House of Assembly and businessman Mr Julian Willock has partnered with his Third District Committee and Ms Kishma P. Forbes of Virgin Islands School and Office Supplies to organise a Children’s Christmas party.
Students & educators to be honoured during Special Education Week
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI -This week, the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports is spotlighting the importance of inclusion in the educational system by celebrating the achievements of special needs students and the dedicated educators who support them.
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VI commits to improving legitimate access to registers of beneficial ownership
LONDON, UK- It was in November 2024, that the Overseas Territories (OTs), while at the Joint Ministerial Conference (JMC) in London, were able to secure an agreement with the United Kingdom (UK) to introduce Registers of Beneficial Ownership on a legitimate interest access basis.
Request for Proposals (RFP): Construction of the Stone House Pool (Concrete & Civil Works)
INTRODUCTION
H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) invites suitably qualified and experienced contractors to submit proposals for the demolition of the existing pool, and concrete and civil works to support the installation of a new pool and associated structures at the Stone House, Paraquita Bay Campus (South). This RFP is issued for open tender, and all interested contractors who meet the stated eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply.
Immigration Department to end paper Conditional Permit applications Dec 15, 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Department of Immigration will transition to a digital application process for Conditional Permits, effective January 1, 2025.
‘Be intentionally impactful & share your story’- Ms Rhonda R. Victor-Pinnock
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Domestic violence survivor, Mrs BVI 2024 and WIN BVI Ambassador Mrs Rhonda R. Victor-Pinnock has called on persons to use their story to be intentionally impactful.
St Lucia Elections: Landslide victory for Phillip J. Pierre & SLP; 16 to 1
CASTRIES, Saint Lucia- Preliminary reports indicate that the Phillip J. Pierre-led Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) has been re-elected to form the government in Saint Lucia.
Financial Secretary Jeremiah G.A. Frett supports adjusting borrowing ratio
LONDON, United Kingdom– Financial Secretary Jeremiah G.A. Frett has called for a review of the borrowing ratio in the Protocols for Effective Financial Management signed between the Virgin Islands and the United Kingdom.
An unforgettable Anegada Lobster Festival 2025
THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- The 2025 edition of the Anegada Lobster Festival was held this past weekend, Friday, November 28, to Sunday, November 30.
UK commits to supporting removal of OTs from UN list of Non-self-governing Territories
LONDON, United Kingdom- The United Kingdom (UK) has said it will continue to support requests from Overseas Territories (OTs) desiring to be removed from the United Nations (UN) list of Non-self-governing Territories (NSGTs).
Road rehabilitation in Nottingham Estate set to start today, Dec 1
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Road rehabilitation works in the Nottingham Estate area are scheduled to begin today, December 1, 2025.
Symbol of resilience: New Road Town SDA church building dedicated & opened
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The new Road Town Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church building was officially opened during a dedication service on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
1 injured in vehicular accident @ Fort Recovery
FORT RECOVERY, Tortola, VI- At least one person was injured in an accident at Fort Recovery on the western end of Tortola this morning, Monday, December 1, 2025.
UPDATE: Best of VI culinary heritage showcased @ 5th Festival de la Gastronomie
LOTERIE FARM, Marigit, St Martin- The Virgin Islands proudly headlined the grand finale of the 5th Festival de la Gastronomie in St Martin on November 22, 2025, sharing the vibrant flavours, culture, and spirit of our islands with our Caribbean neighbours.
PHOTO of the DAY: OT Premiers stand tall in the face of UK demands
LONDON, United Kingdom- The Overseas Territories (OTs) Premiers are now all home from the Joint Ministerial Council (JMC) held in London from November 24 to 27, 2025, when they spoke with one voice.
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Trump calls for permanent pause on immigration from 'Third World Countries'
VI CONSORTIUM
WASHINGTON DC, US- President Donald J. Trump used a Thanksgiving Day message to call for what he described as a permanent pause on immigration from “all Third World Countries,” proposing sweeping restrictions and reversals to existing immigration pathways as part of a broader overhaul he says is necessary for national recovery.
VI Men’s Squash Team qualifies for 2026 CAC Games
GEORGETOWN, Guyana- In 2026, the Virgin Islands Senior Men’s Squash Team will be making a return to the Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games for the first time since 2014.
Kick-off meeting held for Derelict Vessel Removal Project for SCB Harbour
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- On Friday, November 28, 2025, the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA), in partnership with the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources & Climate Change, officially commenced the Derelict Vessel Removal Project for the Sea Cows Bay Harbour with a "kick-off meeting".
Brian A. Davis tipped to head Waste Management Department
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Word reaching our newsroom from a senior Government House source is that current Acting Director of the Water and Sewerage Department, Mr Brian A. Davis, will be transferred to head the Waste Management Department (WMD).
'JMC remains an invaluable opportunity for OTs' to speak on challenges- Premier Wheatley
LONDON, England, UK- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has hailed the 2025 Joint Ministerial Council (JMC) meetings as a success.
VI Environmental Health Officer joins relief efforts in JA
SAVANNA-LA-MAR, Westmoreland, Jamaica- Another Virgin Islander has been deployed to Jamaica to assist with relief efforts following Hurricane Melissa.
Road Traffic (Amendment) Act 2025 now in effect
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Road Traffic (Amendment) Act, 2025, is now officially in force across the Virgin Islands.
Winter Apprenticeship Programme relaunched
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI-123 students have been placed across the public service and private sectors as part of the Winter Apprenticeship Programme following its relaunch for the December 2025 session.
'Buckle down & get serious' about VI's management- Cromwell Smith
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - The host of the Umoja radio program, Cromwell Smith, also known as 'Edju En Ka,' has expressed serious concerns regarding the state of affairs in the Virgin Islands (VI).
UPDATE: 14 to 1; A giant has fallen in SVG
KINGSTOWN, St Vincent & the Grenadines- The New Democratic Party (NDP) secured a 14 to 1 seat victory in the 2025 national elections of St Vincent and the Grenadines on Thursday, November 27, 2025.
'If you're not in the room, your voice is weaker'- E. Benito Wheatley
LONDON, England, United Kingdom- "The best way to conduct diplomacy is human to human, contact, people, person to person. We get to experience persons as individuals, they have their own characteristics, and we can hear what their concerns are, put ourselves in their shoes, and they can do the same."
3 wins & 3 losses for VI @ Caribbean Rugby 7s C/ships
ARIMA, Trinidad- The Virgin Islands men’s national rugby team ended their participation at the 2025 Caribbean Rugby 7s Championships with 3 wins and 3 losses.
Lions Club’s 46th Christmas Tree Lighting & Concert happening tomorrow
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Lions Club of the Virgin Islands will host its 46th annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Concert on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at the Sir Olva Georges Plaza.
2031 proposed date for referendum to change political status- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- 2031 has been proposed as the year the Virgin Islands will have a referendum to determine whether to change its current status of being a colony of Britain to one that gives more autonomy.
Danny Henderson wins Plate Final @ Caribbean Squash C/Ships in Guyana
GEORGETOWN, Guyana- Danny Henderson has won the Plate Division in the 2025 Men’s Caribbean Area Squash Association (CASA) Championships in Guyana.
No injuries in boat fire @ Frenchman's Cay
FRENCHMAN'S CAY, VI- A boat was destroyed by fire in Frenchman's Cay in the wee hours of Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
USVI appeals to US for review of new VI licensing & entry fees
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI– A delegation representing the maritime sector of the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) is advocating for an immediate response to what they describe as a “predatory and unfair” fee structure recently enacted by the Virgin Islands (VI). They note that these rising costs are expected to significantly impact charter activity across the region.
Ticket prices ‘being factored’ in airport expansion- Hon Kye M. Rymer
LONDON, England, UK- Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has said the ticket prices for air travel from the Virgin Islands to destinations like the United States mainland are most likely to decrease following the airport runway expansion.
Physician & surgeon Dr John W. Smith appointed to BVIHSA Board
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Physician and surgeon Dr John W. Smith, MD, has been appointed a member of the Board of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) for the period September 15, 2025, to September 14, 2027.
Meeting with OTs Minister resulted in 'some good outcomes' for VI- Premier Wheatley
LONDON, UK- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said talks with the United Kingdom (UK) Minister for Overseas Territories Hon Stephen J. Doughty have resulted in some positive results for the Virgin Islands (VI).
'UK expert' investigating cause of recent prison break
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- An expert from the United Kingdom (UK) is currently in the Virgin Islands (VI) investigating the October 25, 2025, prison break, which led to the escape of two prisoners.
Infrastructure needed ‘to support Event Tourism’- Damion C. Grange
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - Co-host of Talking Points, Damion C. Grange, has opined that proper infrastructure needs to be put in place to support Event Tourism in the Virgin Islands (VI).
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