BVI begins work on cervical-cancer elimination strategy
A PAHO-supported consultancy assessed local services and convened stakeholders, laying groundwork for a national plan that has not yet been published or implemented.
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BVI begins work on cervical-cancer elimination strategy
A PAHO-supported consultancy assessed local services and convened stakeholders, laying groundwork for a national plan that has not yet been published or implemented.
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Anegada immigration office hours set for October 30
Residents can request interviews, permit extensions and application guidance at the Emile Dunlop Community Centre, but appointment requests are due October 28.
BVI House passes electronic-transactions amendment
The bill narrows exclusions that created uncertainty around electronic execution of commercial documents, but House passage is not yet confirmation of assent or commencement.
BVI contribution amnesty can waive penalties through December 31
Eligible employers, self-employed people and voluntary contributors can seek a full waiver of accrued Social Security and NHI surcharges and penalties, but principal and current contributions remain due.
BVI records 1.07 million visitor arrivals through September
The January–September total combines cruise passengers, overnight visitors and day trippers; officials did not publish a category-by-category breakdown with the announcement.
BVI supplementary budget directs funds to water relief and community cleanup
The $44.9 million package includes $500,000 for water-shortage subsidies and $600,000 for derelict removal, but much of the total reallocates existing budget resources.
BVI to activate early-warning systems for today’s ShakeOut
Test messages may be heard through sirens, the DDM app, emergency broadcasts and other channels; officials say the public is not required to act.
BVI introduces updated Crown-land application forms
The new forms cover residential grants, commercial leases, reclamations, jetties and breakwaters, with clearer document requirements intended to reduce incomplete submissions.
BVI publishes revised voter list with 16,530 electors
The Supervisor of Elections is asking residents to review the district-by-district list and confirm that their information is recorded correctly.
BVI government presents constitutional proposals at the United Nations
Premier Natalio Wheatley outlined proposals for greater elected-government authority while negotiations with the United Kingdom remain unfinished.
BVI outlines $13 million water-infrastructure commitment
The package combines $8 million from a 2024 loan with an additional $5 million Cabinet-approved allocation expected to go before the House.
BVI extends electricity-cost subsidy through December 31
Government announced another $2.5 million for fuel-cost relief, with the supplementary appropriation expected to go before the House.
Team BVI prepares for international robotics competition in South Korea
Five students are scheduled to represent the BVI at FIRST Global from October 7–10.
BVI launches VI Talent Connect for public-service recruitment
The program targets qualified Virgin Islanders and Belongers for leadership and specialist roles.
BVI invites public comments on draft employment policy by October 30
Residents, employers and organizations can review the proposed framework and identify specific sections they want changed.
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