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Statement by Dr. The Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley, Premier and Minister of Finance - Update on the Implementation of the Recommendations of The COI

Wednesday, 10 August 2022 - 4:36pm

This morning I am pleased to have the opportunity to provide an update since our last joint press conference on the Government of National Unity’s efforts in implementing the COI Recommendations as set out in the Framework for the Implementation of the Recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) Report and other Reforms. This morning’s update focuses on activities during the month of July.

Statement By His Excellency The Governor, Mr. John J. Rankin CMG - COI August Update

Wednesday, 10 August 2022 - 4:22pm

Good Day,

I’m pleased to join the Premier today to update you on the progress in implementing 48 of the 49 Commission of Inquiry recommendations and other reform commitments made by the Government of National Unity.

Statement by Premier Wheatley On Recent Developments, Commonwealth Games And Other Matters

Monday, 8 August 2022 - 4:24pm

Good afternoon ladies and gentleman of the press corps and persons listening online and via radio.

Statement By Honourable Sharie De Castro On The Accommodations For The Althea Scatliffe Primary School Academic Year 2022 – 2023

Friday, 29 July 2022 - 8:45pm

In June of this year, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth Affairs and Sports arranged for a structural analysis to be conducted on the Althea Scatliffe Primary School building.

Emancipation Celebration Message By Minister For Culture Honourable Sharie de Castro

Friday, 29 July 2022 - 5:44pm

Over the last two years, we have celebrated emancipation virtually. I am happy to see that we can physically commemorate this important and historic milestone in our Virgin Islands history.

House of Assembly Statement by Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley - “Financial Services Update – Russian Sanctions”

Tuesday, 26 July 2022 - 12:26pm

Madam Speaker, I crave your indulgence and ask that I be allowed at this time to update this Honourable House on matters pertaining to the financial services sector, specifically with regard to Russian sanctions. 

House of Assembly Statement by Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley - “Financial Services Update – Reviews and Assessments”

Tuesday, 26 July 2022 - 12:21pm

Madam Speaker, I wish to now give an update on preparations for the various assessments that the Virgin Islands is presently involved in. Whilst these assessments are at varying stages and are reviewing diverse areas in the tax and regulatory sphere, they all have one thing in common. A successful conclusion and outcome of each assessment is paramount to sustaining a viable financial services industry for the Territory.

House of Assembly Statement by Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley - “Financial Services Update – Financial Performance”

Tuesday, 26 July 2022 - 12:05pm

Madam Speaker, I would like to give this Honourable House a brief update on the direct contribution from the financial services sector in 2022 in monetary terms, for the first quarter of 2022.

Statement by Premier Wheatley on Immigration Status Reform

Monday, 25 July 2022 - 12:36pm

Fellow Virgin Islanders,

As the final week of July commences, the Government of National Unity continues to forge ahead on reform. We have made good progress in June and July in a number of areas. However, some of the most difficult issues lie ahead. As a society, we must be prepared to meaningfully engage with each other, but in a constructive and civilized manner.

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