The 62^nd Meeting of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Heads of Government concluded in Dominica on Thursday, November 19 after the Caribbean leaders deliberated on various issues affecting the region. 

Solé Spa has been named the November Business of the Month as the Department of Trade and Consumer Affairs continues its efforts to promote and assist small businesses in the Territory. 

Prayers will be offered for the children of the Territory as the Government of Virgin Islands remains committed to their safety and protection through a Call to Pray radio programme in observance of World Day of Prayer and Action for Children and Universal Children’s Day.

Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Ronnie W. Skelton was commended for the British Virgin Islands’ progress towards an universal health system by Dr. Godfrey Xuereb, Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) and World Health Organization (WHO) Representative to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean.

The new Peebles Hospital received a $3,500 donation by the Rotaract Club of Tortola, in collaboration with the local band V.I.B.E. today.

The Ministry of Health and Social Development is encouraging parents to remain vigilant as Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease is on the rise in the Territory.

The Water and Sewerage Department has been investing in its workers by providing the necessary training to develop each technician’s expertise and prepare them to become certified in their respective areas.

The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Communications and Works, is preparing to integrate renewable energy sources as part of the electricity infrastructure in the Territory.

The Civil Registry and Passport Office will be observing their 10^th Anniversary on December 5, under the theme, “Celebrating 10 Years of Innovation, Technology and Enhanced Service Delivery.”

Effective Tuesday, December 1, persons applying at the Magistrate’s Court for orders under Part V of the Magistrate’s Code of Procedure Amendment Act, 2014, will be responsible for arranging the service of their applications on the opposing party.