The series of public consultations for districts on the recovery and development of the British Virgin Islands will begin on Wednesday, January 24 with the first meeting in the Fourth District at the Althea Scatliffe Primary School from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

The second meeting will take place on Virgin Gorda for the people of the Ninth District on Thursday, January 25 at the Catholic Community Centre in the Valley from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

According to the Chairman of the Disaster Recovery Coordinating Committee (DRCC), Mr. Brodrick Penn, “The district meetings will give people an opportunity to discuss and share ideas and recommendations in shaping the new British Virgin Islands stronger, smarter, greener and better.”

“All people of this Territory are invited to come out and don’t miss this opportunity to share your views on recovery and development in the British Virgin Islands. We want to hear from you! Your feedback matters,” he said.

People are encouraged to get a copy of the document, which is available on www.bvi.gov.vg and www.bvirecovery.vg. Additionally, persons can get a copy from their District Representatives or from various public places.

Persons from other districts are asked to listen out for details on the public consultation meetings scheduled for their areas.