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Premier Smith: Crime does not have a place in the Virgin Islands

Saturday, 11 March 2017 - 4:40pm

I am deeply saddened to learn of the recent tragic deaths of two young men in this community: Mr. Alston Penn and Mr. Ashburn Dawson. Mr. Ashburn Dawson died after a shooting incident near the Sunday Morning Well last night, while the body of Alston Penn was found on Windy Hill Road early yesterday morning. 

My condolences go out to the families of the victims. I pray that God's tender mercies surround all of you at this time.

Honourable Mark Vanterpool Answers Questions About Biwater

Friday, 10 March 2017 - 3:09pm

The Member for the Third District to ask the Honourable Minister for Communications and Works the following questions:

Premier Smith One-On-One - Tourism Development

Wednesday, 8 March 2017 - 3:45pm

Ladies and gentlemen of the media,

I thank you for being here this afternoon. Today, I wish to speak on a few areas in Tourism development. 

Another Milestone For Road Rehabilitation Works

Tuesday, 7 March 2017 - 4:22pm

Today marks another significant milestone as the Government of the Virgin Islands forges ahead with the project to rehabilitate the roads damaged during Tropical Storm Otto in 2010.

Deputy Premier Statement: "We are pleased that the dialogue on SIDS continues, in the context of the Sustainable Development Goals"

Tuesday, 28 February 2017 - 10:47am

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) welcomes the opportunity to make an intervention at this plenary.

Statement By Dr. The Honourable D. Orlando Smith, OBE On His Visit To The UK On The Occasion Of The UK-OT Joint Ministerial Council On European Negotiations

Thursday, 16 February 2017 - 3:27pm

I am holding this press briefing to provide you with an update on my recent meetings in London where, among other things, I attended the United Kingdom–Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council on European Negotiations.  As you are aware, while I was the President of the United Kingdom Overseas Territories Association (UKOTA) last year, I led efforts to secure this important meeting which was agreed last November at the annual JMC.  It was essential that at political level the OTs views were heard ahead of the UK Government triggering Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty to formally begin negotiations on Britain’s exit from the EU. 

Remarks By Minister For Communications And Works - Reducing The Cost Of Water To The Government

Wednesday, 15 February 2017 - 3:58pm

I am happy to be here today representing the Premier and his Government in the signing of these Water Purchase Agreements.

Premier - Progressing BVI’s Position On Brexit

Friday, 10 February 2017 - 4:09pm

Between the courtesy call I made, along with other Overseas Territories Leaders, on Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Theresa May and prior discussions with UK Ministers on Exiting the European Union (EU), I am very encouraged that my Government is making progress in advancing BVI's priorities on Brexit negotiations.

Statement By Minister For Communications And Works - Restructuring Of The Water And Sewerage Department

Monday, 6 February 2017 - 5:09pm

The Water and Sewerage Department continues to gain internal operational strengthening with the restructuring of management being a pivotal component to its success.  

Statement by His Excellency the Governor - Appointment of the Leader of the Opposition

Monday, 6 February 2017 - 4:54pm

As a result of representations made to me following the meeting of the Congress of the Virgin Islands Party on 30th November  2016........

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