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Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic Reopens Today Following Temporary Closure
The Nurse Iris O’Neal Clinic has officially reopened its doors today, Wednesday, August 28, following a temporary closure following the passage of Tropical Storm Ernesto that affected the availability of some services. The BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) confirmed that the clinic is now operational, though certain Allied Health services, including Mental Health and Nutrition, will be accessible strictly by appointment.
The reopening comes after the installation of mobile air conditioning units, which are now in place at the clinic. Work on these units will continue throughout the day to ensure comfort for patients and staff. Comprehensive cleaning of the facility was completed over the weekend, while repairs to the backup generator are ongoing.
The BVIHSA has reassured the Virgin Gorda community that all efforts are being made to restore the clinic to full functionality as swiftly as possible. Updates on the status of services will be communicated to the public as needed.
Clinic Operations and Services:
Operating Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Contact Number: (284) 440-1661
Home Care Services: Residents of the North Sound community will continue to receive home care services uninterrupted.
Emergency Care: For emergencies after 7:00 PM, residents are advised to contact the emergency line at (284) 340-2045.
Efforts to fully restore the clinic’s air conditioning system are ongoing, and the public is kindly asked to remain patient during this process. The BVIHSA has apologized for any inconvenience caused by the temporary closure and thanked the community for its understanding and cooperation during this transitional period.
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British Virgin Islands Seeks Consultancy for Digital Economy Overhaul
The government of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) has issued a tender for proposals to revolutionise its digital economy. This ambitious project will involve the development of digital identities, ID systems, payment platforms and data exchange frameworks. The winning bid will be responsible for evaluating the current state of government agencies and the territory’s digital public infrastructure.
According to the tender released on September 12, the chosen consultant will report directly to the Permanent Secretary and collaborate closely with the Digital Transformation Steering Committee. The consultancy will be structured into three key phases:
Phase One: Digital Maturity Assessment
This phase will involve assessing the current digital maturity of government entities by identifying gaps and benchmarking against best practices. The assessment will cover IT infrastructure, policies, platform development and maintenance, service delivery channels, data management practices, and the digital literacy of government employees.
Phase Two: Strategy Development and Implementation Roadmap
In this phase, the consultant will develop a comprehensive Digital Transformation Strategy and an implementation roadmap. This will include outlining initiatives, timelines, resource allocation, prioritisation, risk management, and a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) framework.
Phase Three: Enabling Environment
The final phase will focus on reviewing the existing legal, regulatory, and policy framework. The consultant will propose reforms to align with international standards and best practices in data protection, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.
The tender explained that this phase will also aim to promote innovation and growth in the digital economy while safeguarding public interest and consumer rights. Additionally, it will ensure that digital transformation efforts are inclusive and suited to the specific context of Caribbean Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
The consultant will also conduct a cybersecurity risk assessment and develop a comprehensive cybersecurity framework.
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