Local Politics
‘The At-Large System has failed the people, I hate it’-Hon. O’Neal
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Leader of the Opposition and Virgin Islands Party (VIP) Honourable Ralph T. O'Neal, OBE, has categorically stated that he hates the At-Large system and there are tons of facts to support his stand.
Hon. O’Neal throws cold water on Premier’s ‘robust’ economy claims!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Leader of the Opposition Honourable Ralph T. O’Neal OBE, has joined the growing chorus over the debate on the Virgin Islands economy and has disputed the claim made by the National Democratic Party Leader and Premier Dr. the Honourable D. Orlando Smith that the Virgin Islands economy is ‘robust’ and getting better.
Third District being penalised by Govt – Hon. Fraser
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- It is an established fact world-wide that a government is the servant of the people and at all time is expected to serve all its people equally. However, many in the Virgin Islands see this current government as allegedly giving preference to some Districts above others.
Gov’t should involve public in decision making – resident
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – While suggesting there is currently a lack of available information, one resident has firmly stated the need for government to have a more serious dialogue with Virgin Islanders about where it needs to be in the tourism industry.
Exclusive: Hon. O’Neal lashes NDP over VIP ‘left country broke’ claims!
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Opposition Leader Honourable Ralph T. O’Neal, OBE has broken his almost 15-month silence both in the House of Assembly and in the media.
Giving belongership status can reduce remittances - Hon. Fraser
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI - There have been many suggestions and opinions flowing throughout the Virgin Islands as persons explore every possible means of improving the economy of the Territory.
Hon. Fraser lashes back at Premier’s claims
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Third District Representative, Honourable Julian Fraser, RA has responded to criticisms aimed at the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) and at statements he made which were attacked by Premier Dr The Honourable D. Orlando Smith.
Phone tapping legislation only for criminal elements in VI – Hon. Vanterpool
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Minister for Communications and Works Hon. Mark H. Vanterpool has stated that his government is very keen on supporting the work of the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC).
Public concerned about unanswered questions on Cruise Pier Project
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI - Representative for the Third District Hon. Julian Fraser, RA is not sitting comfortably with the National Democratic Party (NDP) government’s dodging and refusing to answer pertinent questions in the House of Assembly (HoA). This is reportedly leading to a high level of concern in the public domain especially as it relates to the Cruise Ship Pier park project.
Commentator suggests tweaking greenhouse project
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – A proposal has been made that the concept behind the greenhouse project at Paraquita Bay be changed in order for the Virgin Islands to benefit from the technology.