Office of the Governor

Governor's Message On Preparedness and Togetherness For The 2018 Hurricane Season

Topic: Disaster Preparedness | Posted By:

 
Friday, 1 June 2018 - 9:35am

People of the Virgin Islands. Many of us would like to put the 2017 hurricane season behind us forever but unfortunately we are still recovering from the devastating effects of the flood events as well as the impacts from two major hurricanes, Irma and Maria.

Region’s Health Officials Review Response After 2017 Hurricanes

Topic: Disaster Preparedness, Health Services | Posted By:

 
Wednesday, 30 May 2018 - 4:49pm

The impact of the 2017 hurricane season on member states of the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) was reviewed at a two-day After Action Review (AAR) meeting on May 28 and 29.

UK Navy Vessel Docks In Port Miami In Preparation For 2018 Hurricane Season

Topic: Disaster Preparedness | Posted By:

 
Tuesday, 29 May 2018 - 11:34am

The  Royal Fleet Auxiliary ship ‘RFA MOUNTS BAY’ will be docked in Port Miami from May 22nd to May 25th, to re-embark her Royal Navy WILDCAT helicopter and Disaster Relief military force in preparation for the 2018 hurricane season officially starting June 1st.

Deputy Governor David D Archer Jr Is Acting Governor

Topic: The Public Service | Posted By:

 
Wednesday, 23 May 2018 - 12:09pm

Deputy Governor Mr. David D. Archer, Jr. is acting in the Office of Governor until Sunday, May 26.

Public Invited To Queen’s Birthday Parade On Saturday, June 9

Topic: The Public Service | Posted By:

 
Tuesday, 15 May 2018 - 9:10am

The public is invited to the annual birthday celebration for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on Saturday, June 9 at 4:30 p.m. on the vacant lot behind the Central Administration Complex on Wickham’s Cay II.  

Queen’s Birthday To Be Celebrated With Grand Parade

Topic: The Public Service | Posted By:

 
Monday, 14 May 2018 - 5:18pm

The official birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will be celebrated in the Territory with a grand parade on Saturday, June 9.                     

Executive Attendant

Submitted by on 14 May 2018 - 2:13pm

Role Summary

The successful applicant will ensure the effective daily management of the Government House and coordination of social functions.

Main Responsibilities

1. Ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the Government House, including:

              a. Supervising assigned staff;

Activation of the National Emergency Operations Centre

Topic: Disaster Preparedness, Fire and Rescue | Posted By:

 
Thursday, 10 May 2018 - 11:48am

The Department of Disaster Management is advising the BVI community that His Excellency the Governor, on the advice on Director Disaster Management and in consultation with the Honourable Premier, has authorised the activation of National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) at Level 2 in response to the fire at Cox Heath.

Statement by Governor Jaspert on UK Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Bill

Topic: International Affairs (including the British Virgin Islands International Finance Centre) | Posted By:

 
Tuesday, 8 May 2018 - 11:56am

Good afternoon,

Last week the UK Parliament passed an amendment to the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Bill, which introduces measures to tackle criminal activities, including money laundering across international finance. The amendment includes a requirement for the Overseas Territories to implement public registers of beneficial ownership by the end of 2020. 

Second District Business Owners Meeting

Topic: Community Development, Disaster Recovery | Posted By:

 
Friday, 27 April 2018 - 3:20pm

Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Mark Vanterpool and Second District Representative, Honourable Melvin “Mitch” Turnbull are inviting persons from the business community of Cane Garden Bay and Brewers Bay to a meeting on Thursday, May 3 at 10:00 a.m.

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