Government of the Virgin Islands
Discretionary Powers Management System
Digital Governance Platform
Transparent, accountable exercise of discretionary powers
A digital platform ensuring every discretionary decision by the Government of the Virgin Islands follows the proper 10-step framework for lawful, fair, and documented decision-making.
The 10-Step Framework
Every discretionary decision must follow these steps, as established in the BVI's official policy guide.
Built for Accountability
10-Step Decision Framework
Every discretionary decision follows the BVI's structured 10-step process, ensuring lawful and fair outcomes.
Full Transparency
Published decisions are accessible to the public through the Transparency Portal with complete audit trails.
Judicial Review Ready
Decisions can be challenged on grounds of illegality, irrationality, procedural impropriety, or proportionality.
Cryptographic Audit Trail
Every action is recorded in an immutable, SHA-256 chained audit log for tamper detection.
Role-Based Access
Ministers, Permanent Secretaries, Legal Advisors, and Auditors each have tailored access and responsibilities.
Governance Reform
Built in response to the 2022 Commission of Inquiry, implementing 46 of 48 governance reform recommendations.
Strengthening governance in the Virgin Islands
Following the 2022 Commission of Inquiry, the BVI Government committed to comprehensive governance reform. This system is a key part of delivering on that promise.