PDM unveils full candidate list for upcoming general election
The People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) has released its full list of candidates for Montserrat’s general election on 24 October. The nine-member list features PDM leader…
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Montserrat’s immigration and customs forms now available online
Immigration and customs forms are now available to fill out online before travel to Montserrat at travelmontserrat.gov.ms The new service from the island’s Immigration and…
NPM and PDM parties merge ahead of the general election
The newly formed National Progressive Movement (NPM) has merged with the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) ahead of the general election in October. PDM leader Paul…
Lindorna Sweeney sworn in as Montserrat’s new deputy governor
Former financial secretary Lindorna Sweeney has been sworn in as Montserrat’s new deputy governor and will officially assume the role on 1 September. Governor Sarah…
Tropical wave has 40% chance of cyclone formation in seven days
29 August, 4pm: A tropical wave over the central Atlantic has a 40% chance of forming a cyclone within seven days, according to the National…
Montserrat to hold general election on 24 October
Governor Sarah Tucker has signed a proclamation to pave the way for Montserrat’s general election to take place this October. After consulting with the Premier…
Gov’t extends $200 flight subsidy to September and October
Single flights between Montserrat and Antigua will be EC$200 cheaper for passengers throughout September and October – or $400 cheaper for a return. In a…
MCAP announces full slate of candidates for general election
The Movement for Change and Prosperity (MCAP) has announced its full list of nine candidates for Montserrat’s upcoming general election. Leading the political party is…
‘A lyrical mastermind’: Montserrat mourns loss of Rhadyo
Montserrat lost another cultural and calypso icon this week with the passing of James Wallace ‘Rhadyo’ Fenton. Montserrat Arts Council, the Office of the Premier,…
Prison CCTV system is only ‘partially functioning’, says premier
The closed circuit television (CCTV) system at His Majesty’s Prison in Brades is just “partially functioning”, Premier Joseph E Farrell has said. The premier was…