Acting Director of the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) Mr. Jasen Penn is reminding BVI residents to Be Ready for the possibility of a tropical storm or hurricane following the increase in the number of expected named storms for this season from 18 to 20.

The public is notified that as of July 9, at 7:00 p.m. until July 23, Imposition of Curfew (No.8) Order, 2021 is in effect between the hours of 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. daily

The people of the Virgin Islands are asked to join their hearts and hands in unity in 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting for their safety and protection and that of the economy.

Her Majesty’s Prison received a new Superintendent with the appointment of Mr. Guy-Michel Hill.

The Ministry of Health and Social Development is confirming another COVID-19 related death in the Territory.

The online work permit system that will enhance the way that work permits are processed will be launched virtually on Monday, July 12 at 2:00 p.m.

The Ministry of Health and Social Development confirms the unfortunate second COVID-19 related death in the Territory.

A search is underway for Mr. Wilking Sanchez Tejeda of the Dominican Republic who escaped detention on Sunday, July 4.

The Ministry of Health and Social Development has launched a National Public Health Symptom Reporting Form (SRF) to better reach and manage persons in the community who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19.