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'I’m just here to help because the country needs help’– L. Allen Wheatley

- Former FS vows to reform Trade Licenses, Work Permits, Infrastructure, Immigration & more areas in VI
Mr L. Allen Wheatley's 8th District official campaign launch kicked off at 7:00 pm last evening March 23, 2023, in East End Tortola where Wheatley received sweeping recommendations from other members of the Virgin Islands Party Government. Photo: Facebook
Mr L. Allen Wheatley said if elected he will work to reform areas like infrastructure, trade licenses, work permits, immigration, job opportunities, business loans, and more areas of the VI that is in dire need of help. Photo: Facebook
Mr L. Allen Wheatley said if elected he will work to reform areas like infrastructure, trade licenses, work permits, immigration, job opportunities, business loans, and more areas of the VI that is in dire need of help. Photo: Facebook
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) described the VIP's Eighth District candidate as an intellectual, who was instrumental in helping the late Chief Minister H. Lavity Stoutt and others achieve major projects across the territory during his time as Financial Secretary. Photo: Facebook
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) described the VIP's Eighth District candidate as an intellectual, who was instrumental in helping the late Chief Minister H. Lavity Stoutt and others achieve major projects across the territory during his time as Financial Secretary. Photo: Facebook
EAST END, Tortola, VI- Former Financial Secretary in the Virgin Islands Mr L. Allen Wheatley during the launch of his campaign in the Eight Electoral District said his main objective is to help the territory at the time it needs it most.

“The team here, along with all the civil servants, need some experience to help them and that's the reason I'm here, to just help, because the country needs help,” he said.

Mr Wheatley’s official campaign in the Eighth District kicked off at 7:00 PM last evening March 23, 2023, in East End, Tortola where the candidate received sweeping recommendations from other members of the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) Government. 

People must be willing to fight for VI - Wheatley 

“This is our country, if we are not willing to help our country. If we're not willing to fight for our country, then why are we living in this country?.. and why are we crying out to a FCO in London for more help, I don't want no mercy from London,” he added.

Wheatley added that with the finances generated in the Virgin Islands, the United Kingdom can’t see that type of revenue in years while hinting that the economy of the Virgin Islands is far better off than the economy of the UK.

“They're stuff going downhill full speed, don't mind the noise. Every minute you turn around they got some problem and some minister and some issue and something else. Check their economy, watch their statistics.”

Wheatley added, “This economics in England so horrible, I don't know how the governor got good conscience to tell Natalio [Dr Natalio D. Wheatley] anything about finance,” he added.

Major reforms to key areas of economy 

Mr Wheatley said that once elected, he will work to reform areas like infrastructure, trade licenses, work permits, immigration, job opportunities, business loans, and more areas of the VI that is in dire need of help.

“Them guys on the block… they may have dropped out of school for different reasons, but a lot of them have met me over the last couple of months and said we need a job,” he added 

Mr Wheatley said he is willing to give a chance to those willing to work and he will ensure opportunities are available as part of his campaign promise.

Meanwhile, Premier Wheatley described the VIP's Eighth District candidate as an intellectual, who was instrumental in helping the late Chief Minister H. Lavity Stoutt and others achieve major projects across the territory during his time as Financial Secretary.

Dr Wheatley also said Mr Wheatley stumbled along the way and fell but he got up back again and is now here to make a valuable contribution to the territory.

The Premier also urged certain critics of Mr Wheatley to "cast the first stone."

30 Responses to “'I’m just here to help because the country needs help’– L. Allen Wheatley ”

  • That’s true (24/03/2023, 11:27) Like (30) Dislike (26) Reply
    Wheatley is a fighter, he took the rap , someone had to take it. That’s BVI system of feeding their people, give the jobs and get cutbacks. But he know how to handle economic growth. And he is a roots man , mingle with everyone, that’s a good man Now the man ready to fight for his country and his people. He reminds me of Omar Hodge a man for the people. Marlon has failed the youth. Allen will make the East Proud. ???? %
    • JBgrnblu (24/03/2023, 15:28) Like (5) Dislike (6) Reply
      Allen is real...Cast a stone if u need...Then look at your glass house...we need vision and transition...Not a crutch and a handout...Gracias por nada...We VI is strong...Juntos...Todos...We are 1 together...This is our home and life...Perseverance never gives in...It is our time now for strong leadership and people that understand how most of us live...Much respect Allen...Saludos y Jehovah a nosotros lado...Yes we are a multi cultural community...And thes Virgin Islands are our home...I
    • So true (30/03/2023, 15:35) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      You are so correct
  • No (24/03/2023, 11:31) Like (23) Dislike (7) Reply
    No no no
  • asura (24/03/2023, 11:34) Like (5) Dislike (8) Reply
    he did well but he need to stay on message.
  • D8 (24/03/2023, 12:06) Like (26) Dislike (27) Reply
    Allen has my vote.
  • friend (24/03/2023, 12:42) Like (19) Dislike (4) Reply
    Don't forget to help yourself.
  • No not he (24/03/2023, 12:55) Like (39) Dislike (19) Reply
    He is very unstable so I am sticking with Marlon
  • Sam (24/03/2023, 12:56) Like (15) Dislike (20) Reply
    Mr wheatly is a intelligence young man gave him a chance but the people stills looking at his past
    • Yes (24/03/2023, 15:07) Like (5) Dislike (11) Reply
      Give him a chance I believe he will do well especially with the young people
  • Ghost of Ning (24/03/2023, 13:09) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    Allen, we gonna link up by the bars later. Geh Slowader to come too so we can hit up Dueces afta…we got this!
  • TOWN (24/03/2023, 13:38) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Lol ????
  • resident (24/03/2023, 14:08) Like (15) Dislike (10) Reply
    how can we trust him given his history
    • do you (30/03/2023, 15:39) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      You don't know a damn thing about his history. We're you there with Alvin Christpher and Hodge when they did what they did? He was charged with conflict of interest. Get your damn FACTS STRAIGHT. ONLY the family members knows what went down. I wish I knew who you were i would come for you. Becareful where you go.
  • resident (24/03/2023, 14:36) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
    These comments are completely divorced from reality.
  • east end voter (24/03/2023, 14:44) Like (16) Dislike (2) Reply
    I will give Marlon a 6 out of 10 but you I will give a 2 out of 10. If you can't run a business how can you run a country. I will give Marlon my vote this time but he on notice. He have to do better in district 8.
  • 2023 (24/03/2023, 15:11) Like (8) Dislike (10) Reply
    give penn a 4 year vacation what do you have to loose
    • Yup (24/03/2023, 19:25) Like (2) Dislike (9) Reply
      We doing the same thing in the 6th giving the lady a vacation with a big package she wouldn’t need for food.
  • jah know (24/03/2023, 15:29) Like (10) Dislike (8) Reply
    Allen for 8 Marlon had his time
  • PSA (24/03/2023, 16:37) Like (3) Dislike (4) Reply
    Drink responsibly this election season! There will be plenty alcoholic beverages still available for you Heineken colored guys
  • unethical (24/03/2023, 18:31) Like (11) Dislike (10) Reply
    Please go sit down and try to get some kind of integrity. History has a way of repeating itself and you cannot be trusted to hold public office for the very same reason. The country need people’s who we can trust and who will not mismanage the public purse. Go chill out and have a cold one.
    • Cherry Bossom (25/03/2023, 04:39) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
      Rise, Allen. It will only happen if you don't know your history and learn from it. We need people with vision and action. Not stagnation. An elected official who will look for solutions for situations and not become lukewarm. Make things happen despite the obstacles. THE VISION MAN IS HERE - LET'S GO, ALLEN, AND MAKE BVI GREATER.
  • Jus saying (24/03/2023, 21:11) Like (2) Dislike (2) Reply
    He need help himself with weight loss
  • Law Abiding citizen (24/03/2023, 22:32) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    Sad to say. Team red and team green are cut from the same cloth. Small minded and only have “genius” plans every 4 years. It’s a pick your poison election….like before. RIP to us all.
  • Well Sah (24/03/2023, 22:35) Like (11) Dislike (3) Reply
    With the country currently under COI investigation how dumber can we get to put a tainted candidate there ? Are we so stupid my people
    Putting rat to wAtch cheese
    A liar
    A womanizer
    A wife beater
    A thief
    A man who run his father business to the ground
    To run this country
    This will be the real UK take over
  • east girl (25/03/2023, 07:11) Like (6) Dislike (1) Reply
    If he gets in he would be trouble
  • suspension (25/03/2023, 07:17) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    THE UK IS WATCHING AND WAITING TO TAKE OVER IF SUCH CRIMINAL IS VOTED IN.
  • Learn sence (25/03/2023, 08:58) Like (3) Dislike (3) Reply
    People, who ever you are looking at People's past. That's why you all will be stuck, look at what he has to offer. Your past does not determine your future. Am sure ou have heard of that. What's your past?
    • voter (25/03/2023, 13:05) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      Please stop the nonsense!!! If you don’t know your history - you bound to repeat it!!! So what is your history?? Your past smartie!! Let that sink in for a moment…
  • plz (25/03/2023, 12:04) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    You need to stop drink, get out the bars and stabilize yourself first of all please, u isn't getting my vote ah beg ooooooo


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