The Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport was temporarily closed on Tuesday February 19 due to the loss of the main power supply and the malfunctioning of its back-up generators.

Supervisor of Elections Ms. Juliette Penn is reminding the public of Election Offences laid out in Elections Act, 1994 pertaining to the sale of alcohol and employees being given ample time to vote on Election Day.

His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Augustus J. U Jaspert on the advice of the Public Service Commission, has approved the acting appointment of Mr. Jeremy W. Hodge as Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Communications and Works. 

The Government of the  Virgin Islands has paid tribute to former Chief Minister, tourism visionary and local cruise industry pioneer Cyril B. Romney, by renaming the Tortola Pier Park in his honour. 

Seventeen polling stations will be in use on Election Day to service the 14,939 registered voters in the Territory.

The Office of the Supervisor of Elections Office is reminding the public that Advance Polling will be held on Thursday, February 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The Election Observation Mission has begun their official tour of duty as observers for the February 25 General Election.

School aged children across the Territory are invited to submit artwork inspired by the natural environment of the British Virgin Islands.

Residents of the Virgin Islands are urged to go back to basics and reflect on the humble beginnings and old customs of its people as it observes the anniversary of the Territory’s First Chief Minister, Hamilton Lavity Stoutt.

BVIslanders/Belongers currently seeking employment in the Territory are encouraged to register with the Labour Department.