The Election Observation Mission has begun their official tour of duty as observers for the February 25 General Election.

The Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport was temporarily closed on Tuesday February 19 due to the loss of the main power supply and the malfunctioning of its back-up generators.

School aged children across the Territory are invited to submit artwork inspired by the natural environment of the British Virgin Islands.

Residents of the Virgin Islands are urged to go back to basics and reflect on the humble beginnings and old customs of its people as it observes the anniversary of the Territory’s First Chief Minister, Hamilton Lavity Stoutt.

BVIslanders/Belongers currently seeking employment in the Territory are encouraged to register with the Labour Department.

Contrary to suggestions made in a news article published on February 6, 2019, the ongoing Sea Defence Project along Cane Garden Bay beach is not funded by the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) and is not affiliated with the OECS iLAND Resilience Project.

Deputy Governor Mr. David D. Archer Jr. is reminding political candidates and their supporters of the Code of Conduct for Political Parties and Candidates governing general elections.

Chairman of BVI Finance Robert Briant has paid tribute to the outgoing head of BVI Finance Mrs. Lorna Smith, OBE following her “immense contribution” to the jurisdiction’s financial services sector over the years.

Forty-one candidates will be contesting the upcoming General Election in the Virgin Islands on February 25.

Businesses and residents are encouraged to test their tsunami response plans in the regional simulation exercise on March 14.