United Alliance member challenges primary schools’ hair-length rule
A member of the United Alliance party has strongly criticised a rule requiring male pupils in government primary schools have their hair cut short in…
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Independent report on aircraft viability to be made public soon
An independent study looking into the viability of operating various aircraft at John A Osborne Airport is complete, according to the Governor’s Office. A spokesperson…
Outrage after school demands child’s hair must be cut short
A child in Montserrat has been told he may not be allowed to continue to attend primary school if his hair is not cut –…
Census population figure to be released by ‘end of April’
The Statistics Department Montserrat has confirmed that all data has been collected for the latest island-wide census and staff are currently “wrapping up the editing…
Deputy police chief and headteacher among gov’t vacancies
There are currently 11 vacancies listed on the government’s online jobs portal including deputy commissioner of police and primary school headteacher. Salaries for the various…
MUL offers lifeline to customers in arrears
No residents who owe money on their utility bills will have their electricity or water cut off this April, Montserrat Utilities Limited (MUL) has assured.…
Montserratian writer releases book on the beauty of being single
Montserrat-born author Vanessa Farrell has finished writing a book detailing her journey as a single woman over the age of 50. Four years in the…
Swimmers and boaters barred from water around Little Bay pier
A restriction zone has being put in place around the construction area of the new pier in Little Bay to prevent swimmers and boaters from…
IN PHOTOS: Enchanted Rhythms in a Trance
Talented performers from Matrixx Dancers put on a spectacular show as part of the St Patrick’s Festival celebrations this March. The colourful and emotive ‘Enchanted…
St Patrick’s Festival goers asked for frank feedback
Attendees and participants of this year’s St Patrick’s Festival in Montserrat are being asked to provide their honest feedback on the popular event. Montserrat Tourism…