I have today issued the formal warrant to give effect to this decision and instructed the Financial Secretary and the Accountant Generaltonow proceed as instructed by the warrant.

On the evening of the March 16, 2017 Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Honourable D. Orlando Smith, OBE made a statement to the Territory setting out, among other things, his Government’s continued commitment  to supporting law enforcement in the Territory.

At a press conference earlier this afternoon, His Excellency the Governor indicated that he had instructed (or will be instructing) the Financial Secretary pursuant to section 103 of the BVI constitution to provide $800,000 for the police, monies which were repeatedly asked for to augment the police force.

The Government of the Virgin Islands has reiterated its commitment to fully equip the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) to efficiently achieve its mandate.

Newly appointed Superintendent, Ms. Jacqueline Vanterpool

Virgin Gorda native, Ms. Jacqueline Vanterpool was appointed the first female Superintendent in the history of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).

The National Security Council (NSC), jointly chaired by the Governor John Duncan, OBE and the Premier Dr. the Honourable D. Orlando Smith. OBE, convened a special meeting this afternoon (April 14^th, 2016) .....

The National Security Council (NSC), jointly chaired by the Governor John Duncan, OBE and the Premier Dr. the Honourable D. Orlando Smith. OBE, convened a special meeting this afternoon (April 14^th, 2016) ....

RVIPF Commissioner designate Robin Smith has informed the Governor of his decision to withdraw from the post for personal and professional reasons. 

Residents on the western end of Tortola will continue to receive essential law-enforcement services and a more visible police presence following the completion of works on the West End Police station.