The public and owners of roll on and roll off vehicles with garbage removal contracts for private establishments are invited to attend a meeting on May 2 at 10:00 a.m. to discuss proposed changes to the Pockwood Pond Dumpsite operation hours.

The Department of Waste Management now has the ability to store used oil at a newly opened Waste Oil Facility in Sea Cow’s Bay.

The Environmental Health Division is notifying the public of the recall of Fratelli Beretta Ready-to-Eat Charcuterie Meat Products due to possible under processing.

Statement By The Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley

Minister For Health And Social Development

At The Ninth Sitting Of The First Session Of The Fifth House Of Assembly

Today, 4^th March 2024, is recognized as World Obesity Day. The theme echoing in our hearts and minds is a call to action: “Let’s talk about obesity and…”  

Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley has extended condolences on behalf of the Government of the Virgin Islands on the passing of Dr. Carissa Etienne, Director Emeritus and former Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO).  

The Government of the Virgin Islands is seeking qualified persons to serve as members on the Public Assistance Committee.  

Members of Cabinet are featured as they demonstrated their support for breast cancer awareness by wearing shades of pink during their Cabinet session on Friday, October 27

The Department of Waste Management has been on a quest to build capacity to better serve the community through effective public and private partnerships.