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Still no Labour Tribunal!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Back in May, 2013 Deputy Premier and Minister for Natural Resources and Labour Dr the Honourable Kedrick D. Pickering had announced with confidence that by June, 2013 the National Democratic Party (NDP) government would have been able to adhere to the law of having the Arbitral Tribunal in place to handle labour disputes. However, months later this has not become a reality.
EE/LL Festiville honouree calls for drug & violence free celebrations
EAST END/LONG LOOK, Tortola, VI - “The East End/Long Look Committee presents this plaque to Ms Juliette Penn for her outstanding contribution to Festiville celebrations in East End/Long Look (EE/LL) and as a long standing committee member. Juliette Penn Festiville 2013.” Those were the words inscribed on the placque presented to the EE/LL Festiville 2013 honouree Ms Juliette Penn.
$185,113.58 already spent on controversial airport expansion project
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The National Democratic Party (NDP) has claimed it has already spent some 185,113.58 on the controversial airport expansion project at Beef Island. This amount was allegedly spent on a variety of technical studies and consultancy services.
Dep. Premier remains in conflict of interest – Commentator
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – While he considers Deputy Premier Dr The Hon. Kedrick D. Pickering to be an honourable and well intentioned person, commentator Natalio Wheatley aka Sowande Uhuru said he disagrees with the legislator’s view that there is no conflict of interest with Dr Pickering’s involvement in the BVI Investment Club as expressed in the House of Assembly on July 26, 2013.
Sunsail sacks many of its employees
WICKHAM’S CAY II, Tortola, VI - Some of the major employers in the Territory are continuing to cut their workforce, even as the National Democratic Party (NDP) government holds fast to its claim that the economy is robust.
Territory facing difficult moments; Pray for Premier- Hon. Pickering
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI - On the occasion of the 20th Graduation of the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) on June 13, 2013, a sombre atmosphere loomed with mentions of the state of the Virgin Islands financial services industry.
HLSCC creates history with largest ever batch of graduates
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – It was an evening of pride, honour, courage and inspiration as some 204 students graduated from the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) and whether they realized it or not their robes of green, which covered the already green lawns of the college, had its symbolism of a preserved earth and their significance in its future.
Grow more & support local farmers to reduce importation- Hon Pickering
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI –Minister for Natural Resources and Labour Dr the Hon. Kedrick D. Pickering has stressed the importance of growing backyard gardens, supporting local farmers and fishermen as excellent ways to curb importation of goods that can be produced locally.
UPDATE: Smuggler's Cove update likely in 2 months - Hon Fahie
CARROT BAY, Tortola, VI- Representative for the First District Honourable Andrew A. Fahie said it is anticipated that his constituents should be having another feedback on plans for the Smuggler's Cove development project within two months.
Summit of Political & Business Leaders another boost for VI tourism
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - As plans are being finalized for the presence of Caribbean leaders to the Territory on May 17 and 18, 2013 on Necker Island and Bitter End, Virgin Gorda for the Summit of Political and Business Leaders for the Caribbean Challenge Initiative, major points and opportunities are being underscored for continued promotion of the Virgin Islands as a unique tourist destination.
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