Today I will provide an update on the Commission of Inquiry and its implementation. This is in advance of travel to London with Premier to meet Minister Stephen Doughty, the Minister of Overseas Territories, on 11 September. I will group my remarks around three broad areas.

I am pleased to be joined by Governor Pruce to update you the public on the status of the Implementation of the Recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry and Other Reforms.

It gives me great pleasure to join the people of the Virgin Islands in congratulating Dame Janice Mecedis Pereira, DBE on her appointment to His Majesty’s Most Honourable Privy Council as announced on 28th August, 2024. This prestigious accolade is a fitting testament to her distinguished career and unwavering commitment to justice across the region.

Statement by

Premier of the Virgin Islands

Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley

on the passing of Mr. Elroy A. Turnbull

On behalf of the Government of the Virgin Islands and my family, I join with the entire community in expressing condolences to the family and loved ones of Mr. Elroy A. Turnbull, who recently passed on 22 August, 2024.

I join with the people of the Virgin Islands in mourning the death of another one of our community stalwarts, Mrs. Rita Frett Georges, MBE.

Governor Daniel Pruce has assented to the Crown Lands Management Act, 2024 today.

THE CABINET OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS - POST MEETING STATEMENT

CABINET DECISIONS

26th June and 3rd July, 2024

Cabinet Meeting – 26th June, 2024

His Excellency the Governor Daniel Pruce chaired the meeting held on 26th June, 2024 at the Premier's Conference Room.

All Members were present, with the exception of the Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, who was on official duty.

It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Ms. Gertrude Aloma Callwood, a beloved grandmother, mother, aunt, and pioneer businesswoman who made an indelible mark on the Virgin Islands, especially on the island of Jost van Dyke.

Good day again Virgin Islands.

Ernesto developed into a hurricane shortly after passing the Virgin Islands, leaving behind some serious damage. While the storm may not have been gentle with us, by God’s grace, we have made it to the all-clear.

HURRICANE ERNESTO UPDATE - ALL CLEAR 

Message by His Excellency the Governor Daniel Pruce