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Chamber of Commerce seeking feedback on crime impacting business community

The BVI Chamber of Commerce (BVICoC) is reaching out to the business community to gather insights and feedback on the issue of crime and its impact on businesses in the [British] Virgin Islands. Photo: BVICoC/Facebook
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the BVI Chamber of Commerce, Mrs Shaina M. Smith-Archer said by understanding the experiences and perspectives of local businesses regarding crime, BVIoC can better advocate for measures that promote safety and security for all. Photo: BVICoC/Facebook
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the BVI Chamber of Commerce, Mrs Shaina M. Smith-Archer said by understanding the experiences and perspectives of local businesses regarding crime, BVIoC can better advocate for measures that promote safety and security for all. Photo: BVICoC/Facebook
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Chamber of Commerce (BVICoC) is reaching out to the business community to gather insights and feedback on the issue of crime and its impact on businesses in the [British] Virgin Islands.

BVIoC in a press release on February 7, 2024, said as the leading advocate for businesses across the territory, the BVICoC recognises the importance of addressing concerns related to crime and its effects on the VI society.

It added that understanding the challenges faced by business owners is crucial in formulating effective strategies to advocate for safer environments and support systems.

"We value the input of our business community and believe that your feedback is instrumental in guiding our advocacy efforts. By understanding the experiences and perspectives of local businesses regarding crime, we can better advocate for measures that promote safety and security for all," expressed the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mrs Shaina M. Smith-Archer.

'Ensuring voices of business owners are heard'

The BVICoC invites business owners to share their thoughts, experiences, and suggestions on how crime impacts their operations, the wider community, and what actions the Chamber of Commerce can take to advocate on their behalf by taking the business crime survey at https://forms.gle/svT5tx3bMVv5r9bX8.

BVIoC said the feedback of businesses is essential in shaping the Chamber's advocacy agenda and ensuring that the voices of business owners are heard at all levels of decision-making.

"We thank you in advance for your valuable contributions to this important discussion," added Mrs Smith-Archer. "Together, we can work towards creating a safer and more conducive environment for businesses to thrive."

Business owners and stakeholders can also submit their feedback and suggestions to the BVICoC via email at advocacy@bvichamber.org.

6 Responses to “Chamber of Commerce seeking feedback on crime impacting business community”

  • one eye (08/02/2024, 08:56) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    Another useless body
  • Hum (08/02/2024, 08:58) Like (10) Dislike (1) Reply
    People mentality questionable?
    If they keep saying free the Drew,imagine how they care about crime......
  • Create (08/02/2024, 11:44) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Wase of time ,and wase of tax payers money ,when will this government get it right and stop playing games with the people's
  • Realistic Thinker (08/02/2024, 13:37) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Suggestion: 1. I refer you to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force.

    Suggestion:. 2. Offer rewards for feedback information.

    Suggestion: 3. Protect the sourse ID.

    Suggestion: 4. Encourage businesses to lower the cost or selling price basic needed goods in the BVI.

    Suggestion: Employ me as one of you supervisor.
  • Rubber Duck (08/02/2024, 17:38) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    The greatest threat to business in the BVI are the labour and I migration departments, particularly the latter.

    It does not seem to, have reached the attention of these neanderthals that is a world wide labour shortage.

    And everything they do makes it worse.
  • coreball (13/09/2024, 06:41) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Spending taxpayer money and time in vain; when will this administration finally understand it and quit tampering with people's


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