News relating to Statutory Bodies such HLSCC, NHI, Tourist Board, Financial Services, Social Security, Health Service, etc.

Public Invited To Participate In 2016 International Coastal Clean-Up Activities

Tuesday, 13 September 2016 - 5:18pm

The public is encouraged to keep the beaches and coastlines of the Virgin Islands clean by supporting the 2016 International Coastal Clean-Up activities, sponsored this year by the Conservation and Fisheries Department and the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board.

Public Reminded Not To Remove Plants From BVI National Parks

Friday, 12 August 2016 - 3:43pm

The public is reminded that in accordance with the National Parks Trust Act of 2006, it is illegal to remove plants from national parks, including the Queen Elizabeth II Park.

Members Appointed To The BVI Tourist Board Of Directors

Monday, 8 August 2016 - 3:26pm

Cabinet has approved the re-appointment of Mr. Russell Harrigan as chairman of the BVI Tourist Board. Mr. Harrigan has held the position since 2011.  

48 Businesses Provide Jobs For 112 Little Dix Bay Workers

Wednesday, 29 June 2016 - 5:20pm

One hundred and twelve employees from the Little Dix Bay Resort have received employment following the closure of the facility for renovations on May 1.

BVI Finance Commences Pilot Study

Wednesday, 29 June 2016 - 11:43am

This week, BVI Finance takes further steps to enhance and protect the British Virgin Islands’ reputation as a legitimate and respected offshore financial centre by commencing an economic research study. 

BVI Social Security Board Appeals Tribunal Appointed

Monday, 13 June 2016 - 2:45pm

The Cabinet of the Government of the Virgin Islands has approved the re-appointment of two members and the appointment of one member to serve on the Social Security Board Appeals Tribunal.

BVI Reaches Global Audience At INTA 2016

Wednesday, 1 June 2016 - 4:45pm

For the first time since the enactment of the Trade Marks Act 2013 and the Trade Marks Rules 2015, BVI Finance and the Virgin Islands Association of Registered Trade Mark Agents (ARTMA) attended the International Trademark Association’s (INTA) annual meeting. 

BVI Finance Hosts Road Show In Latin America

Wednesday, 1 June 2016 - 11:30am

BVI Finance, in collaboration with TEAM BVI Latin America, hosted a series of events in Latin America to promote the BVI as the premier offshore financial services jurisdiction and mark the return of the BVI Road Show. 

BVI Tells Latin America ‘Financial Services Supports World Economy’

Monday, 30 May 2016 - 12:15pm

The BVI has highlighted the positive role of financial services and deepened its international cooperation with Latin America and the Caribbean at the 36th Session of the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (UN ECLAC).

Taxi Drivers And Tour Operators Receive Excellence Awards

Wednesday, 27 April 2016 - 4:00pm

Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Honourable D. Orlando Smith, OBE, Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Mark Vanterpool, Junior Minister for Tourism, Honourable Archibald Christian; and other government officials are pictured with recipients of the Aquila’s Tour Guide Excellence Training Awards. 

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