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Signing of Engineering Contract paves way for works under $15.6M CDB loan
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The $15.6M Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) Rehabilitation Infrastructure Loan Project seems to be in the all clear now with the signing of an engineering contract between Government and FDL Consult Inc of St. Lucia on Friday March 15, 2013. This now paves the way for a 30-month long road rehabilitation works, in addition to extensive drainage projects at Virgin Gorda.
Maria's by the Sea dedicates multi-million dollar expansion
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – It was an evening of much pomp and ceremony although the brains behind the start-up and growth of Maria's by the Sea stayed in the background and allowed their children to face the large gathering of Government officials, associates, friends and relatives for the dedication of the new wing of the hotel on Thursday, February 28, 2013.
I have nothing to administer!- Hon. J. Alvin Christopher
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – “As a District Representative I don’t have anything to administer.” This is according to Second District Representative Hon. J. Alvin Christopher in a recent exclusive interview with Virgin Islands News Online as he made a call for a reform of the existing system which he believes does not cater for District Representatives to effectively live up to the expectations of those who would have contributed to them being in the House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands.
Hon. O'Neal willing to make land available for VG farmers!
SPANISH TOWN, Virgin Gorda, VI - It was not a hidden fact that the agriculture industry in the Virgin Islands has been brought to its knees following the swing from that focus to tourism and financial services. This was admitted by several speakers at the Virgin Gorda leg of Farmers' Week observances in the Virgin Islands on February 7, 2013.
More VI history! Hélène Anne Lewis appointed new Chair of STEP
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – From the stages of the 57th Inauguration ceremony of US President Barack Obama to the helm of the worldwide body of the Society of Trust and Estates Practitioners (STEP), Virgin Islanders are continuing to add new pages to the history books of the Territory as doing and obtaining prestigious credits, much to the recognition being given in international arenas.
Think out of the box!- Premier Smith urges at MCW retreat
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Within this year, the Ministry of Communications and Works (MCW) will be seeking to create a City Management Board to assist in the running of the capital, Road Town. That board will be charged with liaising with various Government departments and private sector partners to launch a revitalization plan for Road Town.
“I felt insulted & disrespected by the Premier's Office”- Hon. O’Neal
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In what could only be described as shameful and a low point in our history, Leader of the Opposition Honourable Ralph T. O’Neal OBE, in an exclusive interview with Virgin Islands News Online, told of the disrespectful, humiliating and insulting treatment he received from the Office of the Premier over the receipt of a Friendship Medallion.
UPDATE: No overseas invitations extended for London House celebrations- Malone
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Director of the London Office Kedrick E. Malone said that there were no oversea invitations extended from London to attend the reception of the Premier, Dr. the Honorable D. Orlando Smith in celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the BVI London Office.
The Minister of Finance “begging” the Financial Sec for money? - Hon. O’Neal
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Leader of the Opposition Hon. Ralph T. O'Neal OBE believes the Minister for Tourism must be able to have some freedom of spending and not be "begging" the Financial Secretary for money to do so.
Yachting & Diving industries to receive special attention- Flax-Mars
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The BVI Tourist Board, now under the new directorship of Mrs Sharon Flax-Mars, intends to place special eyes on the yachting, diving and hotels and hospitality sectors as there is evidence of growth in some of these areas while others are facing financial challenges.
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