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Despite discovering failures of governance in the British Virgin Islands (BVI), the United Kingdom opts against direct rule over the overseas territory. Foreign Secretary Liz Truss announces that the UK government will grant the BVI's new administration a two-year period to implement reforms before considering the imposition of direct rule. This decision reflects a commitment to allowing the territory the opportunity to address governance issues internally and work towards meaningful improvements within the specified timeframe.
Tuesday, 7 June, 2022