I am pleased to confirm the remaining audits completed as part of the Commission of Inquiry were laid in the House of Assembly on 3^rd September and are now publicly accessible on www.auditbvi.com. These audits, relating to COVID-19 assistance grants and government contracts over $100k, include:

Madam Speaker, as we continue to reimagine education in the Virgin Islands, it is essential to recognise that curriculum review and data-driven instruction are the keys to unlocking our students' full potential. Just as a captain must regularly recalibrate their course to navigate turbulent waters, we must continuously adjust our educational strategies to ensure that we are moving in the right direction.

Madam Speaker, as we reimagine education in the Virgin Islands, it is essential that we equip our students with the tools and skills they need to thrive in the fast-evolving world of tomorrow. 

Good morning to the people of the Virgin Islands.

Madam Speaker, I am pleased to inform this Honourable House that the much-needed repairs to the Cane Garden Bay and East End / Long Look Community Centres are finally completed. 

Madam Speaker, healthcare in the Territory has been in the spotlight!  

Madam Speaker, I am pleased to inform this Honourable House that the British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has entered into a partnership with Back to Life Limited, a UK-based life support training company, to enhance the emergency response capabilities of healthcare professionals across the Territory.  

Madam Speaker, October is observed as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the devastating impacts that domestic and gender-based violence has on individuals, families, and communities both here in the Virgin Islands and globally.

Madam Speaker, I rise today to join the global observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about one of the most prevalent cancers predominately affecting women. 

Madam Speaker, I rise to provide an update on the progress of the airport runway expansion project, a critical initiative aimed at enhancing our aviation infrastructure to support the future growth and prosperity of the Virgin Islands.