The Government of the Virgin Islands announces that the Honourable Dr Natalio D. Wheatley, Premier and Minister of Finance, will deliver the 2026 Budget Address tomorrow, Thursday, November 6, 2025, under the theme “Pillars of Progress – Building a Sustainable Nation.” The address will be broadcast live at 10:00 a.m. on the Government of the

The Office of the Deputy Governor advises that Cabinet has approved the following public holidays for 2026, acting in accordance with Section 5 of the Public Holidays Act (Cap 199), as amended. Tuesday 30th June, 2026 will be one-off public holiday for the Commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of Freedom at Nottingham Estate, Long Look.

Good day, Virgin Islands, On the nineteenth of June, I stood before you to declare water a national critical priority and to share the Government’s commitment to addressing the decades-long challenges in our water system. I acknowledged then, as I do now, the hardships our people and businesses continue to face with unreliable supply, and

Good day Virgin Islands, I am pleased to provide an update on the progress of the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport Expansion Project—a transformative initiative that stands as a cornerstone of our Territory’s economic development and long-term resilience. In 2024, the BVI Airports Authority signed an agreement with KPMG, who emerged as the successful bidder

Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Restoration of the Virgin Islands Legislature: Completely FREE!   Under the theme: “Honouring the Past, Shaping the Future: The Virgin Islands’ 75-Year Journey Toward Self-Determination.” Be part of the events: Come join the festivities and support our remarkable journey!  For Additional Information Contact:  Giovanni HerbertPublic Relations OfficerHouse of AssemblyTelephone: 1(284)468-6909Email: gherbert@gov.vgFacebook: https://facebook.com/HOABVIYoutube: @houseofassemblyvi2922

Leaders and senior representatives from the United Kingdom’s Caribbean Overseas Territories (UK OTs) convened on Scrub Island on Wednesday, 22 October 2025, for the Caribbean UK Overseas Territories Leaders Caucus, a one-day meeting that provided a vital platform for dialogue on key issues impacting their relationship with the United Kingdom. The caucus was hosted by

The Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development (“OECD”) has completed amendment to the Common Reporting Standards (“CRS”). The CRS law was implemented in the Virgin Islands in 2015 with the effective date being 1st January, 2016. The Virgin Islands, as an early adopted, exchanged financial account information under CRS in September 2017. The new CRS amendments were finalized by

The Territory of the Virgin Islands is set to proudly commemorate 75 years since the restoration of its legislature, marking a significant milestone under the theme: Honouring the Past, Shaping the Future: The Virgin Islands 75 Year Journey Towards Self-Determination! The celebrations, scheduled from Sunday 2, November to Sunday 23, November, will be officially launched with

People of the Virgin Islands, Today, we pause to honour the strength, courage, and vision of those whose shoulders we stand upon, our heroes and foreparents. Heroes and Foreparents Day is not simply a holiday; it is a sacred moment of remembrance and gratitude.  It is a day to reflect on the sacrifices and struggles

Honouring the Legacy of Dr. Robert Mathavious, OBE: Visionary, Leader, Friend  Premier, House of Assembly, family members, ladies and gentlemen. Robert was a gift to the Virgin Islands, to the region, to the world. He leaves behind a legacy of vision, integrity, faith, and friendship. He will never be forgotten. As I said elsewhere, I