Merry Christmas Virgin Islands. As we come together with family, loved ones and friends, let us reflect on the many blessings God has bestowed upon us, despite a very challenging year.

Dear All,

Christmas is a celebration! 

I thought hard about those first four words.  I paused because it may be difficult for some of us, after the events of the last few months to see this Christmas as a time for celebration.   

Captain Wendell Parsons and Pastor Cromwell Oliver Hodge are the recipients of the 2017 BVI Badge of Honour.

Fellow residents of the British Virgin Islands, as you may be aware, today December 5 is observed worldwide as International Volunteer Day (IVD).

Build BVI Stronger…Smarter, Greener, Better! This is the theme and branding that will drive the Territory’s recovery and development following Hurricanes Irma and Maria.

Pastor Cromwell Oliver Hodge and Captain Wendell Parsons are the 2017 recipients of the BVI Badge of Honour.

His Excellency the Governor Augustus Jaspert is away from the Territory on official duties until Monday, December 4. 

His Excellency the Governor Augustus Jaspert is away from the Territory on official duties until Saturday, November 4.  

Your Excellency the Governor, Mr. Augustus Jaspert, Mrs. Millie Jaspert and sons.....

Honourable Premier, Your Ladyship Honourable Madame Justice Ellis, Honourable Deputy Premier, Honourable Ministers, Madame Deputy Governor, Honourable Leader of the Opposition, other Honourable Members of the House of Assembly, Members of the Clergy, distinguished guests – good morning.