Montserrat records spike in volcanic earthquake activity
The Montserrat Volcano Observatory recorded 43 volcano tectonic earthquakes and one hybrid earthquake on the island over the past week. The number of earthquakes between…
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Human rights advocate calls for compassion for pregnant prisoner
A child social worker has called on Governor Sarah Tucker to consider “clemency or some form of leniency” for a pregnant inmate at His Majesty’s…
Total of 3,464 voters registered for Montserrat’s general election
The number of Montserrat residents registered to vote in the 24 October general election has been officially tallied at 3,464. This is up just 37…
Montserrat Red Cross appoints new director and programme officer
The Montserrat Red Cross has appointed two key leadership positions as part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing its humanitarian services. Akeisha Benjamin has been…
Opposition leader calls for unbiased advertising of top civil service jobs
Opposition leader Paul Lewis has raised “grave concerns” about alleged bias in the recruitment process for key government positions. In a letter addressed to Governor…
Montserrat student named top matriculant at UWI Five Islands Campus
Akeem Richards from Montserrat has been honoured as the 2024 Top Matriculant at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Five Islands Campus. He was…
Censored pro-marijuana radio guest loses freedom of expression case
A man removed from a ZJB Radio show for sharing his views on the medicinal benefits of marijuana has had his freedom of expression case…
Government invites bids from airlines to operate Montserrat routes
The government has opened the bidding process for qualified operators to provide new air transport services to Montserrat. It published an invitation to tender on…
Political parties engage in public outreach ahead of general election
Members of Montserrat’s competing political parties have been taking part in a variety of community outreach activities as the date of the general election draws…
Health ministry awards contract for phase two of new national hospital
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has awarded the contract for phase two of the new national hospital build. Steel Express, based in Montserrat…