Electricity & cost of living: BVI Opposition Leader Marlon Penn warned that new BVIEC tariff changes removing a fuel subsidy for high-usage customers will hit major supermarkets and food importers, pushing up operating costs and likely raising food prices. Water rates & governance: Premier Natalio Wheatley signalled higher water rates may follow the transfer of water and sewerage services to VIEWCO, saying the utility must charge rates that reflect supply costs and stay viable. No amnesty on disputed bills: Government denied promising an amnesty to forgive disputed water arrears, after calls for relief tied to the transfer timeline. BVI electricity rate bill passes: The House of Assembly approved amendments to the Statutory Rates, Fees and Charges Act to reduce the government’s BVIEC subsidy by half, aiming to restore solvency and avoid future public bailouts. Undersea innovation leadership: UTIC named Donald McCormack board chair as founding chair Debbie Proffitt retired, keeping momentum on undersea prototype collaboration. Marine & skills pipeline: BVI voices say young people are being sidelined in skilled work, with calls for stronger TVET and earlier, practical training for marine careers. Security & policing: RVIPF arrested a suspect in a murder investigation during gun-crime search operations, recovering a stolen vehicle and seized items. Business & travel: Allegiant expanded its Caribbean network and added complimentary nonalcoholic drinks, while preparing a new premium cabin product for 2027. Finance & offshore services: Osiris Group entered the Guernsey fiduciary market, adding trustee and private wealth services alongside its BVI operations.