Local Politics
‘We can no longer play politics with our future’- Dr Arlene L. Smith-Thompson
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Dr Arlene L. Smith-Thompson has officially entered the 2026 general election race as an Independent At-Large candidate, declaring that party politics has failed to put the people of the Virgin Islands first and promising a campaign focused on accountability, basic services, and inclusive representation across all islands and islets.
‘Bully Gov't’- Sandra Phillip-Hodge accuses Gov’t of ignoring the people’s voice
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Local commentator, author, and political candidate Sandra Phillip-Hodge has accused the government of behaving like a “bully government” by making decisions without adequately considering the views, requests and demands of the people.
Dwight Hill announces intention to run for electoral office
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Dwight Hill has announced his intention to contest the upcoming 2027 general elections in the Virgin Islands, asking the public for their support as he prepares to enter the race.
Levor A.H. Lettsome to contest VI elections as At Large candidate
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Former British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) Human Resource Manager Levor A.H. Lettsome has officially entered the upcoming general election as an at-large candidate, marking the first formal candidacy under the banner of the Virgin Islands Innovative Association (VIIA).
Dr Arlene L. Smith-Thompson 'seriously thinking' about election bid
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— Dr Arlene Smith-Thompson says she is “seriously thinking” about throwing her hat in the ring for the upcoming general election in the Virgin Islands, though she has not yet disclosed whether she will contest as an independent at-large candidate or as a member of a political party.
'Same mechanism that toppled UK PM exists here'- Premier Wheatley
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI— The Premier of the Virgin Islands, and Chairman of the Virgin Islands Party (VIP), Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has asserted that the very mechanism which ended Keir R. Starmer's leadership in the United Kingdom (VI) is available to remove leaders in the Virgin Islands.
'It's not over until the fat lady sings'- Hon Julian Fraser RA
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- The Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment and Sustainable Development, Honourable Julian Fraser, RA (R3), has addressed his critics who believe it is time for him to step aside from politics.
‘My people are ready for me again!’ Mark H. Vanterpool to contest D4 seat under PLM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Businessman and former legislator Mark H. Vanterpool has disclosed he will be contesting for electoral office in the Fourth District under the People’s Leadership Movement (PLM) at the 2027 general elections of the Virgin Islands.
'We've betrayed the trust of the people'- Hon Marlon A. Penn
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- “We've betrayed the trust of the people and the voters with our actions over the years. We've been held accountable for that.” This statement was made by the newly appointed Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition and Chairman of the National Democratic Party (NDP), Honourable Marlon A. Penn (R8), during an appearance on Talking Points on Monday, May 4, 2026.
‘Be careful about alienating the old guards’- Skelton-Cline to NDP leadership
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social commentator and host of Honestly Speaking, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, has cautioned the National Democratic Party (NDP) against alienating veteran members.
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