British Virgin Island News

Sentencing hearing for former BVI Ports authority director pushed back

The sentencing hearing date for the former managing director of the BVI Ports Authority Managing Director, Oleanvine Maynard, has been deferred once again.   

Legal saga continues in Fahie Trial – Prosection & Defence to...

Despite being found guilty on all counts relating to cocaine and money laundering charges on February 8, nearly two weeks following the verdict, the legal saga relating to the Andrew Fahie trial continues.

BVI: Dozens of illegal immigrants found on Cooper Island

A joint operation between the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) and US Customs and Border Control earlier this week, led to the interception of a vessel suspected of carrying illegal immigrants.

BVI: Sir Richard Branson injured in cycling accident

Sir Richard Branson, the 73-year-old billionaire founder of the Virgin Group, sustained serious injuries following a cycling accident on the island of Virgin Gorda recently.

Former BVI Premier’s Guilty Verdict Faces Unprecedented Challenge After Jurors Express...

In an unexpected turn following the conviction of former British Virgin Islands Premier Andrew Fahie for drug-trafficking conspiracy, two jurors have expressed doubts about their decision, presenting a unique legal dilemma.

Former Premier of the BVI found guilty of drug conspiracy

Former Premier Andrew Fahie has been found guilty of conspiring to smuggle drugs into the United States and laundering the proceeds he made from the arrangement.

UK Involvement Unveiled in US Sting Operation Leading to BVI Ex-Premier...

Despite denials by Ex-Governor John J. Rankin, CMG on whether he knew in advance of the United States (US) sting operation that led to the arrest of ex-Premier Andrew A. Fahie, US Court heard on February 1, 2024 of the UK’s involvement in the operation

Jamaican chef arrested for allegedly stealing cellphone at restaurant in BVI

A Jamaican chef was recently arrested by the police in the British Virgin Islands for allegedly stealing a cell phone that belonged to a customer who visited the restaurant where he worked.

BVI unveils draft immigration policy

A final draft of the British Virgin Islands’ new immigration policy has been unveiled by the government for public consultation.

Daniel Pruce sworn in as British Virgin Islands’ new governor

In his first address as governor, Pruce said he was honoured to be given the responsibility and pledged to work with everyone interested in improving the lives of  Virgin Islanders.