British Virgin Islands

Reliability 4 (Poor)

Autonomous, self-governing British territory. UK responsible for defense.

GDP $850-million 2009

Budget ~$8-million 2009

Personnel 212 (including 45 civilians)

7 police stations

Tactical Unit

Armed response

Bomb threats

Maritime Unit

2 x Patrol Boat

Air Unit

Water Search & Rescue

Volunteers ~ 15

$150,000 annual budget met by contributions

1 x 28 foot boat

1 x 22 foot boat