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Premier Fahie concerned with spirit of 'fear' in territory
DUFF'S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- During the Ninth Sitting of the Third Session of the Fourth House of Assembly (HoA) on Thursday, June 17 2021, Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Andrew A. Fahie (R1) said he was concerned about the territory’s atmosphere, where persons are seemingly afraid to speak out.
$10K fine for falsifying vaccine records & COVID-19 tests- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Government of the Virgin Islands (VI) has introduced a $10,000 fine for false traveller declarations relating to COVID-19, according to Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1).
CoI document reveals ‘turf war’ between Ex-Governor Jaspert & VI Gov’t
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- While there have been many speculations as to the reason behind the calling of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) into governance in the Virgin Islands by former governor Augustus J. U. Jaspert, a position statement by Ministers of Government on governance submitted to the CoI has shed some light on the possible motive.
Over 20K persons have arrived in VI since border re-opening- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance with responsibility for Tourism, Honourable Andrew A. Fahie (R1) said since the Virgin Islands began reopening its borders to travellers some six months ago, more than 20,000 persons have arrived through its ports.
WE, VG & JvD docks to reopen for fully vaccinated international travellers
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Fully vaccinated international travellers to the Virgin Islands will in a matter of days have the option of using the ports of entry at West End, Jost van Dyke and Virgin Gorda.
AG Dawn J. Smith subjected to 'sexist' line of questioning @ CoI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – It was a proud and history-making day in the Virgin Islands (VI) on Thursday, October 1, 2020, when for the first time in 21 years an indigenous Virgin Islander, Hon Dawn J. Smith, was sworn in to the post of Attorney General (AG).
Cruise ship expected in VI this week cancels
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands should have a return of cruise ship with passengers this week; however, it will have to wait a little longer as the cruise liner has cancelled its entire cruise due to rising COVID-19 cases in another destination.
284 Media should 'bring responsible journalism'- Julio S. Henry
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Community activist and Social Commentator Mr Julio S. Henry aka 'Sam' has called on the local news outfit, 284 Media, to practice more responsible journalism.
No mandatory vaccination for teachers & other frontline staff- Hon Fahie assures
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) has debunked an article by 284 Media today, June 9, 2021, stating that government is moving to have teachers and frontline workers vaccinated or be subjected to bi-monthly COVID-19 testing.
VI Opposition was instrumental to progress of HoA insurance coverage – Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Virgin Islands Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) has called ‘usual deception’ the statements emanating from the Opposition Members of the House of Assembly (HoA), regarding the insurance coverage for former legislators.
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