A pause, not a goodbye from Montserrat Focus
This week, I’ve made the difficult decision to temporarily pause news coverage on Montserrat Focus. As a fully self-funded, independent operation, I simply don’t have…
Category: Business
Labour board proposes $12.50 per hour minimum wage for Montserrat
The Labour Advisory Board has recommended setting Montserrat’s first national minimum wage at EC$12.50 per hour. For a standard 40-hour working week, this amounts to…
‘Key steps’ needed before Plymouth sand mining receives approval
There are several “key steps” required before the government can grant permission for sand mining at Fort Ghaut in Plymouth, according to the environment minister.…
Business owners in Montserrat urged to register their companies
Business owners in Montserrat are being asked to make sure they are registered with the Companies and Intellectual Property Office (CIPO). As well as offering…
Government negotiates cheaper LPG prices with Delta Petroleum
The Government of Montserrat has successfully negotiated reduced prices for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders with supplier Delta Petroleum. LPG, a flammable hydrocarbon gas, is…
FSC deputy commissioner visits South Korea for financial training course
Deputy commissioner of Montserrat’s Financial Services Commission (FSC), Donilia Cuffy, is participating in a training course on international financial standards in South Korea. The Financial…
Gov’t signs deal with Winair to enhance connectivity to Montserrat
The government has signed a contract with Winward Islands Airways (Winair) to provide additional airlift in and out of Montserrat during February and March. The…
Isles Bay Beach Bar named sixth best beach bar in Caribbean
Isles Bay Beach Bar has earned the prestigious title of the sixth-best beach bar in the Caribbean, solidifying its reputation as a must-visit destination for…
Isles Bay Beach Bar nominated for USA Today’s ‘top ten’ award
Isles Bay Beach Bar has been nominated for ‘Best Caribbean Beach Bar’ in leading newspaper USA Today’s readers’ choice awards for the fourth year running.…
Montserrat Focus seeks sponsors to support independent journalism
We are seeking financial sponsors to support our independent, community-driven journalism in exchange for prominent brand placement across all of our platforms. Established in February 2024,…