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May 5th, 2026
30th Interdenominational Day of Prayer set for May 7, 2026

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands will mark a significant milestone this Thursday, May 7, 2026, with the 30th Anniversary of the BVI Interdenominational Day of Prayer under the theme: “Glorify God Among the Nations: Seeking Him in All Generations”.

May 5th, 2026
G’ovt launches relief flipbook

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Government of the Virgin Islands has launched a reference guide to address the ongoing global fuel crisis and the resulting rise in the cost of living that many residents are experiencing.

May 5th, 2026
No formal resignation given by Mark H. Vanterpool- Hon Marlon A. Penn

BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Honourable Marlon A. Penn, the newly appointed Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, Chairman of the National Democratic Party (NDP), and Representative for the 8th District, has dismissed reports suggesting that businessman and NDP member Mark H. Vanterpool has left the party and the new leadership is overlooking older members of the party.

May 5th, 2026
DMV to launch pilot Hybrid Online Vehicle Renewal Programme

POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will launch a pilot initiative, the Hybrid Online Vehicle Renewal Programme for Tortola.

May 5th, 2026
VI undergoing Medication Utilisation Review for asthma care

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Asthma care in the Virgin Islands (VI) is being assessed with the implementation of a Medication Utilisation Review in partnership with the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States, Pooled Procurement Service (OECS/PPS).

May 4th, 2026
BVIPA explores incoporating solar energy into operations

PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) is reporting that discussions have begun to incorporate solar energy into its operations, as part of a strategic effort towards modern, resilient, and environmentally responsible port development.

May 4th, 2026
Chief Inspector Adrianne Grant-Davis awarded Leader of the Future

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Chief Inspector Adrianne Grant-Davis of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) received the Leader of the Future Award 2026 at the British Overseas Territories Women in Policing Awards.

May 4th, 2026
Should constitutional offices have fixed-term appointments?- HoA report

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- There are several constitutional offices in the Virgin Islands. Positions such as Attorney General, Director of Public Prosecutions, the Complaints Commissioner, Auditor General and Register of Interests, to name a few.

May 4th, 2026
UK Director of OTs engages with wider VI community ahead of constitutional negotiations

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Mr Robbie Bulloch, Director for Overseas Territories at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), concluded his visit to the Virgin Islands on April 30, 2026.

May 3rd, 2026
UPDATE: Tortola horse Laser Sharp ends in the $$ in feature clash of Carnival Races

ESTATE BOVONI, St Thomas, USVI- Although not winning the Governor’s Cup at the Carnival Races at Clinton E. Phipps Sr Racetrack on St Thomas on May 1, 2026, Tortola horse Laser Sharp of Top Priority Racing Stables did the Virgin Islands (VI) proud for putting in a solid effort against the speed demon and eventual race winner, Pure Speight, of St Croix.

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