Marjorie Smith elected as speaker of Montserrat Legislative Assembly
Veteran civil servant Marjorie Smith has been appointed as the sixth speaker of the Montserrat Legislative Assembly. Smith took her oath before Governor Sarah Tucker…
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Newly appointed government leaders list priority areas for Montserrat
Montserrat’s new government ministers and parliamentary secretary have highlighted some of their key priorities as they begin their term in office. Speaking during their first…
Buffonge sworn in as Parliamentary Secretary in the Office of the Premier
Former government minister Crenston Buffonge has been officially appointed as Parliamentary Secretary in the Office of the Premier. Buffonge, who previously served as minister of…
Premier says post election public holiday not possible right now
Premier Reuben Meade has said Montserrat’s post election public holiday cannot take place at this time for financial reasons. The holiday is traditionally held the…
New premier promises to have access ‘sorted out’ for festive season
There will be a ferry service as well as flights between Montserrat and Antigua by the festive season, Montserrat’s new premier has promised. “We will…
New leadership team tours key government offices in first official visit
Montserrat’s newly elected government ministers and parliamentary secretary toured key public sector offices this week, marking the start of their official engagements. On Monday, 28…
PDM thanks supporters as party retains opposition leadership
The People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) party has thanked its supporters after capturing three of the nine available seats in the Montserrat Legislative Assembly. The result…
MCAP leader congratulates United Alliance on victory at polls
The leader of the former ruling party has extended congratulations to the United Alliance following its victory in Montserrat’s general election. Speaking after the final…
Observers say Montserrat’s general election was transparent and fair
An international team of election observers has declared that Montserrat’s general election was transparent, fair, and reflective of the people’s will. The visitors released their…
Montserrat’s new government sworn in, portfolios announced
The United Alliance government has been sworn in, with political veteran Reuben T Meade returning to office as Montserrat’s new premier. Meade will act as Minister…