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Government to launch open tender for cruise pier redevelopment
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Government of the Virgin Islands has today August 1, 2012 announced that it intends to launch an open invitation for the cruise ship pier development.
Relatives suing Gov't over inmate’s death at HMP
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Attorney General’s Office has confirmed that the relatives of a St. Thomas man, who was serving time in Her Majesty’s Prison (HMP) for firearm and drug possession, are suing the Virgin Islands’ Government for his 2009 death in the correctional facility.
Fonseca: Government should legalize Drag Racing in the VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Virgin Islander professional motorcycle Drag Racer, Lawrence A. Fonseca popularly known as ‘Sinbad’, is appealing to the government to legalize Drag Racing within the Virgin Islands.
Residents - Gov’t ignoring sister-islands, giving “all attention” to Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Virgin Islands (VI) is known for its beaches, historical sites, architecture and its flourishing economy. The VI is dubbed to be one of the most prosperous islands in the Caribbean with the highest income generators in tourism and financial services.
Umoja show caller commends Government, says more in store for VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - On the popular local radio talk show Umoja, a female caller commended the newly elected Government officials and assures the public that more is in store for the Virgin Islands.
OC wins millions from Gov't, feels vindicated
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The longstanding legal battle between Ocean Conversion (OC) BVI Limited and the Government of the Virgin Islands over the ownership of the Baugher's Bay Desalination Plant and monies owed to OC, saw the company emerging victorious on all but one issue with OC’s President Glenn Harrigan feeling vindicated when the judgment was handed down in the Appellant Court on April 18, 2012.
Smith’s Ferry submits alternative departing schedule to Gov’t
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Smith's Ferry Service has proposed that each week the three ferry companies should alternate the times they leave Road Town ferry dock for Charlotte Amalie, USVI, with the first ferry leaving at 6:45 am.
Gov’t to build sewerage treatment plant, not waiting on Biwater!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Government will not be waiting on Biwater to set up sewerage treatment plants but rather it will be taking matters into its own hands and set up sewerage treatment plants to address the long standing sewerage woes of the Territory.
Nat’l Health Insurance to cost Gov’t $38M annually – Hon. Skelton
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The National Health Insurance System (NHIS), which will allow more residents in the Virgin Islands wider access to health care, is moving along smoothly and could be implemented within the next 12 months with Government expected to fork up some $38M on an annual basis to subsidize the scheme.
Governor signs instruments assigning Ministers’ responsibilities
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - His Excellency the Governor, Boyd McCleary, CMG, CMO has signed instruments assigning the responsibilities of Government Ministers following the 2011 General Election.
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