Last evening, I was saddened to learn of the passing of Mr. Elton Georges, CMG, OBE, a man of great strength, courage and conviction who I have had the pleasure of knowing for many decades as he dedicated his entire life to Public Service.

I wanted to update you on the independent investigation undertaken by the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force into the actions taken by officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force Immediate Response Team during the apprehension of escaped prisoner Santo Yamarco Hernandez in early December.

Good Morning to all. First let me thank all BVIslanders for your overwhelming support as your Government continues to look after the best interest of us all.

Madam Speaker, I beg to move that the Bill shortly entitled , the Appropriation Act 2018, be read a second time and in so doing I crave the customary indulgence of this Honourable House to extend its normal courtesies in permitting me to deliver this year’s Budget Address.

The Government of the Virgin Islands is aware of erroneous misinformation that is being circulated by some persons through different media regarding the Public Service. 

It is an absolute honour for me and a great pleasure, as your Governor, and as her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II representative in the Virgin Islands to have given you your Certificates of Registration as British Citizens.

After much reflection, prayer, widespread discussions with Government colleagues and with you; as Premier of the British Virgin Islands I have come to the decision that we must move forward with the total and complete restoration of our Territory.

Good Morning Ladies and Gentlemen

Today we take the time to celebrate the life, legacy and accomplishments of one of our greatest Virgin Islanders, our first Chief Minister, Honourable Hamilton Lavity Stoutt.

Thank you, Madam Chair and Former Deputy Governor, Mrs. Rosalie Adams.