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Big shake up @ TRC! Ayana S. Hull & Guy L. Malone Out!

- Guy L. Malone ousted by National Democratic Party administration as contract will not be renewed
Guy L. Malone and Ayana S. Hull are out from the TRC. Photo: VINO/File
Minister for Communications and Works Hon Mark H. Vanterpool (R4) whose portfolio includes the TRC could not be reached for comment. Image: TRC
Minister for Communications and Works Hon Mark H. Vanterpool (R4) whose portfolio includes the TRC could not be reached for comment. Image: TRC
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Word just reaching our newsroom from our sources within the ruling National Democratic Party (NDP) government is that Chairperson of the Board of Directors for the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) Ayana S. Hull is no longer at the helm of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of the TRC Guy L. Malone is expected to demit office next month.

Attorney Ayana S. Hull

One of the National Democratic Party’s (NDP) first Statutory Chairman appointed following the November 2011 general elections, Ms Hull’s tenure took effect on December 15, 2011 for three years and expired last month.

According to information reaching our news site, Ms Hull - a local attorney and author of a best seller book ‘The Pentateuch: My first hunt for the Holy Scriptures’ - opted not to renew her appointment.

It means, according to the TRC Act, no Board meetings can be held until a new Chairperson is approved by the House of Assembly.

Both Ms Hull and Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Mark H. Vanterpool, whose portfolio includes that of the TRC, could not be reached for comment on this information or when a new TRC Chairman will be appointed.

Guy L. Malone

Mr Malone, who was appointed Chief Executive Officer of the TRC in 2012 following the election of the NDP Government, was handed a letter signed by the Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Communications and Works Anthony S. McMaster advising him of government’s position on his employment contract.

The letter, which was read to our newsroom from sources close to the matter, indicated that Mr Malone’s contract will not be renewed come next month and he is; however, eligible to re-apply for the post which will be advertised soon.

Our newsroom reached Mr Malone who did not confirm or deny our information; however, he said he had no comment at this time, but promised he “might be willing to speak on the issue within a week or so”.

4G, Who gets it?

It is reported that the Ministry of Communications and Works has been bringing pressure on the TRC to award the LTE (4G) Spectrum to a cellular company.

However, there has been a push by the CEO to ensure that the process is transparent and fair to all the telecommunication carriers. It is unclear whether this has contributed to Mr Malone’s ousting.

48 Responses to “Big shake up @ TRC! Ayana S. Hull & Guy L. Malone Out!”

  • Umm Ok? (23/01/2015, 09:34) Like (18) Dislike (3) Reply

    Ayanna doesn't want the job anymore, she is probably now focusing on her professional career. Guy was given a chance and perhaps they weren't pleased with his performance so the job will be advertised and he can apply if he wants. So Government shouldn't let go any locals despite performance or other issues, on the basis that they are local?

  • xxxxxxxx (23/01/2015, 09:35) Like (13) Dislike (9) Reply
    well sir look trouble for me today! two gone at the same time?
  • ------------------ (23/01/2015, 09:44) Like (37) Dislike (19) Reply
    dem got he out becuase he aint favoir the investment club cell phone compnay talk dat!
    • All about Competence (23/01/2015, 12:22) Like (22) Dislike (7) Reply
      Guy should have never been in that position in the first place. Why wasn't he hired under the last minister?

      This is a simple issue of competence and Guy lacks the competence to move the TRC where it needs be.

      This has nothing to do with NDP, VIP or Investment Club. It's about compitence plain and simple.
  • wize up (23/01/2015, 10:09) Like (18) Dislike (32) Reply
    4G/LTE must be given to CCT; when will we return to the days of making sure the VI Landers are give a chance in the Virgin Islands; CCT belongs to our very own people and must be given the chance to grow....
    • Stop It (23/01/2015, 11:28) Like (8) Dislike (4) Reply
      Come on man. They need to grow but with their brothers and sisters in mind. Don't bring us to out knees.
    • l (23/01/2015, 11:45) Like (35) Dislike (0) Reply
      In my opinion they should all get 4G.
  • ooooo (23/01/2015, 10:10) Like (27) Dislike (9) Reply
    it seems like general refused to do dutty jobs
  • egg face (23/01/2015, 10:11) Like (15) Dislike (12) Reply
    Ms. Hull does not need the TRC....and she would not put up with Mark and he fishy request
  • chad (23/01/2015, 10:12) Like (0) Dislike (17) Reply
    ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST!
    • SIDS (23/01/2015, 13:08) Like (5) Dislike (10) Reply
      LORD HOW LONG MUST WE SUFFER? HOW LONG LORD,HOW LONG? IT LOOK LIKE SAY THIS GOVERNMENT WANT TO TAKE US DOWN TO HELL WITH THEM. BUT LORD HOW LONG HOW, LORD I PRAY. AMEN.
  • BREAKING NEWS (23/01/2015, 10:14) Like (11) Dislike (1) Reply
    Here comes a crony with investment club motives.
  • rascal (23/01/2015, 10:28) Like (25) Dislike (12) Reply
    Well done Guy - stand up for fairness and transparency, a man with morals.. a true local hero - I salute you sir
    • real Tao (23/01/2015, 12:48) Like (27) Dislike (4) Reply

      Just like the other guy who used to be in immigration. When you stand up for what's right and legal you become an enemy of the state. Keep your head up General, good look for not getting caught up into the corruption or MV and the others in that political gang. Their time will come. They forget they only get elected one time at a time and no guarantee they will.

  • Humble Thy Self (23/01/2015, 10:38) Like (4) Dislike (17) Reply

    When you think you better than other people and you forget where you came from, these things happen to you all the time!

  • chad (23/01/2015, 10:58) Like (11) Dislike (9) Reply
    We need a snap election now our people are in trouble........ Lets electronically vote them backside out
  • x factor (23/01/2015, 11:17) Like (31) Dislike (9) Reply
    The minute Guy did not move to favour one company he became a target.

  • The B*s**p (23/01/2015, 11:23) Like (10) Dislike (1) Reply

    Dont worry Sweet Cheeks, We gon write another book. xOx

  • 2chainz (23/01/2015, 11:26) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    another ndp success, truuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu
  • Voters (23/01/2015, 11:51) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    Ndp must get the next shake up
  • church incoming first lady (23/01/2015, 12:05) Like (22) Dislike (6) Reply
    Ms. Hull is a smart girl she see the ship was sinking and jumped off to save her own integrity and moral compass...Let the church say AMEN
    • the rock (23/01/2015, 16:42) Like (4) Dislike (4) Reply
      incoming first lady my a$$, what God put together let no man put asunder!
      • You people are silly (23/01/2015, 19:19) Like (3) Dislike (2) Reply
        God don't put everything together either. Just pray that you don't have to be put asunder.
      • @ the rock (23/01/2015, 20:15) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
        YOU JEALOUS NO ONE WANTS YOUR ULGLY FAT RASS
      • @therock (24/01/2015, 10:31) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
        Sounds like a rejected sour grape. With that attitude no one will want you.
  • SELL OFF (23/01/2015, 12:20) Like (16) Dislike (2) Reply
    FIRST IT WAS GUY HILL AND NOW ITS GUY MALONE - THESE ARE NOT NDP GUYS BECAUSE THEY STOOD UP FOR THE LAW AND THE TERRITORY - NO FUNNY BUSINESS WITH THESES GUYS
  • ABC (23/01/2015, 12:44) Like (20) Dislike (4) Reply
    OMG!! The General gone. People don't be fooled, they eased the lady out as a smoke screen to cover up their move against the General. The General was under heavy pressure to award that 4G to the company which is owned by the "Government Officials". This is the price one pays for standing up for what is right. General, the darkest hour is always just before dawn. Keep the faith.
  • real Tao (23/01/2015, 12:49) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    So true.
  • Hmm (23/01/2015, 13:01) Like (5) Dislike (2) Reply
    The NDP better be careful. I would hate to think that the last part of this statement had anything to do with not opting to renew the Director's contract because that would be a huge conflict of interest. It is things like these that make voters retaliate at the poll.
  • son of the soil (23/01/2015, 13:51) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    Who's looking out for the locals? We cant go to the labour department so we will have to go to the voters.
  • thats it guyz (23/01/2015, 13:55) Like (10) Dislike (1) Reply
    Guy hill and Guy malone....These NDP guyz that are in power, we need to get them out also!!!!
  • trrefdrfds (23/01/2015, 14:03) Like (19) Dislike (10) Reply

    Jealousy and envy will kill the BVI! We will cut each other's throat for a job, a JOB! We will kill each other to sit at a desk 9-5, but when it comes to support each other as it relates to actually owning something of value, then it is another story. You are only local when people can get what they want out of you. When they are envious and jealous of what you have then you are called names. Imagine everyone can hate CCT and love LIME and DIGICEL who they don't even know. Sick @#$$% wonder why people can come in here and take advantage of you in your own country and then running to blame Government. It's your mentality that needs to change.

  • rattie (23/01/2015, 15:27) Like (11) Dislike (2) Reply
    well NDP does not like locals so wait to see a white takng the post!
  • the big question (23/01/2015, 16:27) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    Why were both guyz fired for doing what is right???????
    • READ AND THEN POST!! (23/01/2015, 18:16) Like (10) Dislike (0) Reply
      The Chairman was not fired. She OPTED not to renew when asked to. Guy's contract is not being renewed but he can apply if he wants to again once the post is advertised. Neither were fired although there is certainly a lack of confidence that the CEO would be hired even if he did apply again.
      • @ READ AND THEN POST!! (23/01/2015, 20:10) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
        thanks for clearing it up deman becuase I know NDP like to fire locals
  • notes (23/01/2015, 17:19) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    Maybe there's an electoral run in this. More than viable as a candidate!
  • Praise God (23/01/2015, 20:38) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Big shake up peter island Too the manager got Fired!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • Tigress (23/01/2015, 22:33) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Hmmmm, some body pull out the woman from see ca bay real quick, they see the ship sinking and set her up in trade fast fast. ting to talk. wonder if she ndp croony too
  • Amazed (24/01/2015, 04:37) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
    What credentials the acting permanent secretary has? Is that not a favor too? How comeheget that position before people who worked in government for years and have qualification?
  • BRAD BOYNES (28/01/2015, 06:25) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    All those PS who acting got political favours.
  • Messed Up (30/01/2015, 20:04) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    So I hope now yall believe Andrew Fahie when he say NDP corrupt. Some nastiness they wanted General to do and he won't do it. Same thing with the Guy Hill over at immigration. Sorry this had to happen to General though. Now he got time on he hands to develop basketball.


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