I welcome this next instalment of the review of law enforcement and criminal justice bodies in the Virgin Islands, conducted by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services.

The Cabinet Office is notifying the public that eight (8) Bills have been published for public review.

An expert review of law enforcement arrangements in the BVI has been published today.

On Friday 15 March, 2023 it was brought to my attention that a propaganda and inaccurate sensational social media Facebook release of a Mika Barry video labeled me (David Archer) through a likeness photo of myself and exact words, as “Confirmed Government Official 1”.  

The Government of the Virgin Islands has noted the verdict which was reached today in the case before the Miami Federal Court involving former Premier, Andrew Fahie.

Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for the Ministry of Justice, Mike Freer MP, arrived in the BVI on Sunday 5 November for a two day visit. His responsibilities include Courts and Legal services, and this includes the Overseas Territories.

The public is advised that until further notice, hearings at the Magistrate’s Court will be conducted virtually. These include, Criminal, Civil, Traffic and Family matters.

The public is notified that the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions will be closed on Friday, September, 1 to facilitate staff training, and will reopen on Monday, September 4.

Your Excellency the Governor, Mr. John J Rankin CMG, esteemed Commissioner of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force, Mark Collins; members of the media, ladies and gentlemen, Good morning!

I am pleased to be here this morning with the Premier and Commissioner of Police. Under the Constitution I have responsibility for the security of the Virgin Islands, including the police.  I do not shy away from that responsibility - it is my top priority.