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SS now portfolio of Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Minister for Natural Resources, Labour and Immigration, Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has now taken over the responsibility of Social Security (SS) previously assigned to Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Carvin Malone (AL), according to new Instruments Appointing Responsibility published as part of the Virgin Islands Official Gazette of April 9, 2020.
'Too many individuals abusing curfew passes'- Hon Malone
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Deputy Premier and Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Carvin Malone (AL) has lamented the abuse of curfew passes issued to those considered 'essential workers' as the Virgin Islands (VI) continues with its COVID-19 lockdown until April 19, 2020.
Governor seeking resolution for US seized medical supplies - Hon Malone
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - As first and accurately reported by Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) that the United States (US) Customs and Border Protection had seized some medical items and other COVID-19 related supplies, ordered by the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) for the territory, Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Carvin Malone (AL) says Governor Augustus J. U. Jaspert is working on ways to resolve the issue.
2 of 3 COVID-19 patients test negative locally- Hon Malone
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Two of the 3 persons tested positive for COVID-19 in the Virgin Islands have now tested negative locally; however, the Territory will send the samples for verification by the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA).
VI concerned with growing COVID-19 infection rates in nearby countries
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- “We observe, with concern that the rates of infection are steadily increasing in neighbouring jurisdictions and in countries that have close ties with the Virgin Islands.”
Caller: 'The landlord don't want hear nothing about COVID-19'
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - A female caller on ZBVI 780AM, during a special interactive session with Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) and Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Carvin Malone (AL), had complained that when it comes to COVID-19, her landlord is not accepting it as an excuse for non-payment of rent.
89.8% of VI could be infected 'if COVID-19 goes unchecked'- Hon Malone
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Deputy Premier and Minister for Health and Social Development, Hon Carvin Malone (AL) said with the new curfew in place, the Virgin Islands is operating on the assumption that infection rates are higher, with potentially higher rates forecast if measures are not followed.
VI confirms 3rd case of COVID-19
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands has announced confirmation of a third case of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Bank of Asia gifts VI protective supplies to fight COVID-19
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands has received over 10,000 pieces of protective gear including medical masks, gowns, gloves, glasses and temperature measurers from the Bank of Asia to assist in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health Minister unveils ‘Essential Services List' for COVID-19 curfew
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Deputy Premier and Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Carvin Malone (AL) has unveiled the list of essential services persons that would be allowed to exit their homes during the upcoming 24-hour Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) curfew.
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