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Local Politics
Putting the feet of the Virgin Islands politicians and policymakers to the fire
By Dickson Igwe
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Christmas is on the horizon and some voters in these Spectacular Antilles view their Senators as the veritable SANTA CLAUS. Apparently, a vocal and influential minority expect their Senator or Elected Representative, in addition to meeting the normal and reasonable requests of Joe Public, to pay also for vacations, home extensions, mortgage arrears, roof repairs, even lingerie. This is absurd, unbelievable! But apparently true.
Sparks fly on 3D show as hosts discuss behaviour in HOA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Sparks flew last evening October 19, 2012 on the 3D Show as co-host of the evening’s programme, Natalio Wheatley, decided to raise the issue of the behaviour of Members of the House of Assembly (HOA).
NDP’s “reckless” actions created emergence of Biwater- Hon. Fahie
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Member for the First District, Hon. Andrew A. Fahie says the reckless actions by the current National Democratic Party (NDP) administration was the reason why the Biwater deal emerged in the first place and why Government is now allegedly being threatened with a lawsuit by Global Water Associates.
Fmr CFD chief Bertrand Lettsome hailed as visionary leader- CFD 2011 Report
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Former Chief Conservation and Fisheries Officer Mr Bertrand ‘Washasha X’ Lettsome has been hailed as a leader who brought vision, growth and direction to the Conservation and Fisheries Department (CFD) over the many years and that the CFD was sadden to see him go into retirement.
Premier Smith supports removing Police HQ from Sir Olva Georges Plaza
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The relocation of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) Headquarters from the Sir Olva Georges Plaza and bringing in the BVI Tourist Board is an idea that was long touted around; however, Premier Dr. the Honourable D. Orlando Smith still believes it is a practical idea.
Hon. Fraser up in arms about Ellis Thomas Downs party comments in HOA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Opposition member and Third District Representative, Hon. Julian Fraser RA speaking in the House of Assembly (HOA) during yesterday October 15, 2012 rebuked comments made previously in the House by the Minister for Education and Culture.
House of Assembly has become a circus- Eileene L. Parsons
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Former Legislator Eileene L. Parsons believes there has been a breakdown of decorum in the House of Assembly (HOA) of the Virgin Islands and has gone as far as to liken it to that of a “circus”.
Dr. Lettsome insulted by Hon. Walwyn’s “Dr. Scholls shoe box” statement
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- World renowned writer, Historian and former educator Dr. Quincy F. V. Lettsome, Ph.D. has taken insult by the recent remarks in the House of Assembly (HOA) by the Minister for Education and Culture Hon. Myron V. Walwyn about receiving his manuscripts in a “Dr. Scholls shoe box”.
UPDATE: Hon. Pickering & Hon. O’Neal want time limit to speakers in HOA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Leader of the Opposition Hon. Ralph T. O’Neal OBE has clarified that it was E. Walwyn Brewley and not Hon. Myron V. Walwyn whom he was referring to when he was addressing the House of Assembly on October 9, 2012 on time limits for Members.
Increased productivity expected after Central Admin. Complex roof repairs - Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The roof replacement project for the Central Administration Complex is expected to be completed by year end and Premier Dr. The Honourable D. Orlando Smith is hoping that the improvement to the building would boost productivity among staff.
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