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Hon Neville A. Smith brings 2022 Christmas joy to residents

December 22nd, 2022 | Tags: Neville A. Smith Christmas joy hams Turkey gifts
Santa doesn't always bring goodies on a sleigh! Deputy Speaker and At Large Representative Hon Neville A. Smith on his gift distribution exercise today, December 22, 2022. Photo: Team of Reporters
Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly (HoA) Honourable Neville A. Smith (AL) is well-known for his kindness to persons in the Virgin Islands community. Photo: Facebook/File
Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly (HoA) Honourable Neville A. Smith (AL) is well-known for his kindness to persons in the Virgin Islands community. Photo: Facebook/File
EAST END, Tortola, VI- Despite the one-sided Commissioner of Inquiry conducted by a one-man British judge stripping elected officials of their assistance grants to help residents, one elected official went into his own pockets, as has been the case even before he was elected in 2019.

At Large Member and Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly (HoA) Honourable Neville A. Smith went into his personal funds to purchase hams and turkeys for some residents. He started his distribution today, December 22, 2022, throughout many places on Tortola.

Our roving camera caught up with the first-term politician, who said he was “delighted to help again” this time "out of my own pockets.”

He said he loves people and wherever he “can help to bring joy at this season of giving they can count on me.”

It is unclear how many hams and turkeys Hon Smith will distribute, but he has been doing this for many years and is well-known for his kindness to others.

35 Responses to “Hon Neville A. Smith brings 2022 Christmas joy to residents”

  • 1st District (22/12/2022, 12:52) Like (36) Dislike (11) Reply
    Hon. Smith is naturally a good person. We thank you for all you do!
  • one eye (22/12/2022, 12:55) Like (19) Dislike (15) Reply
    We voting you back in
  • Lb (22/12/2022, 13:17) Like (5) Dislike (9) Reply
    The man is good people Flax Charles say she got bills to pay so the people suck salt
    • WOW (23/12/2022, 06:49) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
      Yes Vuncent she does have bills to pay. You and the soft VIP expect her to leave her bills unpaid. Tell the people where you and the other getting money .
    • sheepish (23/12/2022, 07:33) Like (0) Dislike (4) Reply
      You are so low life it's not funny. Colleaguean
  • Youth (22/12/2022, 13:23) Like (8) Dislike (10) Reply
    This is one man going to get back my vote.
  • facts (22/12/2022, 13:24) Like (13) Dislike (9) Reply
    He is one of the most genuine person you will ever meet. He cares about people. He is what a true representative of the people must be.
    • @facts (22/12/2022, 21:44) Like (2) Dislike (2) Reply
      I second the motion the man has a servant heart.
      • Criminal act. (25/12/2022, 10:03) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
        Imagine company giving staff empty envelooes, not a dine in it, "Just, Merry Christmas" Now that should be a crime under the company act...It should be called.. "Written insult to staff".
  • jvd youth (22/12/2022, 13:25) Like (12) Dislike (9) Reply
    This is the first time I will be voting and I am going to vote for this man because he is real people.
  • stage money (22/12/2022, 13:33) Like (12) Dislike (23) Reply
    The ham and turkey days are long gone WE GOIN EAT HIM OUT, DRINK HIM OUT AND VOTE HE OUT
    • @ stage money (22/12/2022, 15:37) Like (10) Dislike (10) Reply
      You go from here with that nonsense we with smith hands down
    • @stage money (22/12/2022, 15:42) Like (5) Dislike (10) Reply
      You are one stupid person. Can a person get more stupid? You are a true Tortola Village bush man.
      • @@stage money (23/12/2022, 08:51) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
        Typical hater just displaying envy and jealousy. Go do you and prove yourself and stop holding grudges.
  • we aint hungry (22/12/2022, 13:37) Like (3) Dislike (14) Reply
    Its money we want
  • Helping is always good. (22/12/2022, 13:50) Like (11) Dislike (0) Reply
    We need leadership that will stand up for us. That will give us line bait and anchor so we can fish for ourselves..Giving us fish once a year, its good. Bug help us to become fishermen so we can help ourselves is better
  • Hon (22/12/2022, 14:28) Like (8) Dislike (10) Reply
    Sheep has my vote, what an example to follow sir. This is the type of politician we need in the VI. I can see you and Myron working together for the better Virgin Islands.
  • Citizen (22/12/2022, 14:38) Like (9) Dislike (8) Reply
    First district citizen. I received with a great full heart. Thank you sir.
  • Sara (22/12/2022, 15:14) Like (25) Dislike (17) Reply
    It is a shame we sell our votes and our souls for a ham and turkey....
  • Virgin Islands (22/12/2022, 16:02) Like (11) Dislike (4) Reply
    Not sheep and Myron sheep re-elected yes Myron aka funny man Hell no tell Myron go pay all the bills he owe he will not get near our money again

  • @Virgin Islands (22/12/2022, 17:06) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    LOL, MYRON WENT STRAIGHT UP GHOST. NOT AS MICH AS A PEEP.
  • Unvaxx 4eva (22/12/2022, 17:12) Like (8) Dislike (4) Reply
    I ain't voting for no Sheep, it's lions we need to lead.
  • Just saying (22/12/2022, 18:25) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    Let us not forget the Sister Islands Honourable Smith. Remember, you are our TERRITORIAL representative.
  • People (22/12/2022, 20:40) Like (1) Dislike (3) Reply
    SO because he give you a ham , that make him a good person..........for 3 years he was given one hundred and fifty Thousand ( am I correct)......ask him who was fortunate to get a ham then........that's bribery......not our vote.
  • Sad (23/12/2022, 06:51) Like (13) Dislike (2) Reply
    Are our people so weak that we are easily fooled by a ham or a turkey. How many contracts he got from government?? He can afford those turkeys
    • @Sad exactly. (25/12/2022, 10:00) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      People need money. Not no dann Ham and Turkey.. Thats a controlling mentality telling people what to eat. Why dont he take a $23.000 from all the no bid contracts and put a $150.00 in 150 envelopes and let people buy what they like and feel like eating..im sure most of the ham & Turkey giving away are gift or half price discounts from businesses...This is nothing worth praising....The usually political game. We long pass that.
  • Missing at large Member (23/12/2022, 07:16) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
    Does anyone know where is Honourable DeCastro? You don't hear crap from her. Who is she representing? What are her opinions on issues. You blamed Andrew for these people lack of motivation and service but look at her and Sowande. They are not leaders. One education expo and right back under her rock she went.
  • sheepish (23/12/2022, 07:29) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
    THIS IS FUNNY
    How could he be giving out turkey ???? and ham for Christmas?
    I guess he have the money ???? because he had gotten a load of contracts from the same government he is in. This guy is clearly buying VOTES. Why not do something more sustainable for the people? The 'DREW' thought you well. This is all games.
  • Thing is (23/12/2022, 08:47) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    I will not give anyone a vote just because they give me a ham or turkey. People here, their stomachs is to damn long. Go buy your own ham and turkey out your own pockets. Seems like they will give you a vote for a plate of tasteless food and a bottle of water. The norm here is always give me, give me. Hell, people here would stand in line in the heat for a free pack of chewing gum.
  • Hmm (23/12/2022, 08:53) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    so because i cannot vote that means i cannot get a ham?
  • smh (23/12/2022, 09:00) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    No matter what a Person does for the good of People. there are those who just waiting to sling mud. Eventually it's the thought and gesture from the heart and the acceptance of the Goods by Citizens who appreciate and welcome the items is what counts. If we should learn and lead by positivity the Territory will see brighter days. Thanks Hon. Smith for your dedication and commitment. May God continue to Bless You as you share your Blessings with Others.


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