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Statement from the Chief Medical Officer on International Hantavirus Outbreak
The Ministry of Health and Social Services is monitoring international reports of a hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise vessel MV Hondius. Hantavirus infection is typically linked to exposure to infected rodents, and human-to-human transmission is extremely rare, limited to specific circumstances involving the Andes strain identified in parts of South America. At this time,
Registration Open for Produced in Montserrat Expo (PRIME) 2026
The Government of Montserrat, in collaboration with its partners and stakeholders, is pleased to announce that registration is now officially open for the Produced in Montserrat Expo, a premier showcase of local innovation, creativity, and enterprise. This year’s Expo will be held under the inspiring theme: “Celebrating Entrepreneurship, Building Resilience.” The event highlights the strength,
MONTSERRAT’S PREMIER PRESENTS XCD$345.95 MILLION DOLLAR BUDGET
Montserrat’s Premier and Minister of Finance and Economic Management, Honourable Reuben T. Meade presented a budget of three hundred and forty-five million Eastern Caribbean Dollars (XCD$345.95m) to the Honourable House for the 2026/27 financial year. The budget, themed “Economic Restoration and Transformation with Social Empowerment,” was presented against the backdrop of geopolitical tensions, volatile energy
Montserrat’s Business Progressive Fund Achieves Major Milestone: First Loans Approved, Injecting New Capital Into the Island’s Economy
The Government of Montserrat, through the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management, is proud to announce that the Montserrat Business Progressive Fund (MBPF) Soft Loan Programme has approved its first wave of loans — a landmark achievement that represents a significant injection of concessional capital into the island’s agriculture, fisheries, and small business sectors. In
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS FOR 2026/7 ACADEMIC YEAR OPEN MARCH 30, 2026
The Government of Montserrat is pleased to announce that applications for scholarships and financial assistance for the 2026/27 academic year will open on Monday, March 30, 2026. To coincide with the opening of the application period, the Office of the Deputy Governor (ODG), through the Human Resource Management Unit (HRMU), will launch a digital scholarship
Montserrat Flag Raised at UK Parliament to Mark St. Patrick’s Day Commemoration
The flag of Montserrat was raised on Tuesday 17 March in New Palace Yard at the Palace of Westminster during a special ceremony marking St Patrick’s Day and the historic 1768 Slave Uprising in Montserrat. Hosted by The Rt Hon Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the House of Commons, and organised by the Montserrat
UK-MONTSERRAT BUDGET SUPPORT MISSION 2026 GETS UNDERWAY
The Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MOFEM), in partnership with the Governor’s Office, announces the commencement of the annual Budget Support Mission (BSM) from Monday 23rd to Friday 27th February 2026. The mission brings together a team from the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and the Government of Montserrat (GoM) for a
Ministry of Health and Social Services Commissions Independent Health Inspection
The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) will welcome its first independent health services inspection at the Glendon Hospital which will focus on an assessment framework similar to that used by UK Health Regulators’ during the period February 16-20, 2026. The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) is committed to building a robust
Ministry of Health and Social Services Implements New Healthcare Fee Structure
The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) will implement a new healthcare fee structure at the GlendonHospital, effective 4 February 2026. The new fee structure is aimed at improving access to medical services and ensuring greater equity across the population.Under the Public Hospital (Amendment) Regulations, Statutory Rules and Orders (S.R.O.) 1 of 2026; the
Montserrat Prepares to Host St. Helena Health Officials in a Health Exchange Visit
Montserrat’s Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) will be hosting St. Helena’s Minister of Health and Social Care, Martin Henry, and Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Peter Ross from February 3rd to 10th 2026 on a reciprocal health systems exchange. The visit is supported and facilitated by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) aimed at
Made in Montserrat Initiative Launches to Boost Local Producers and Secure Year-Round Retail Presence
The Made in Montserrat Initiative, a new collaborative programme, has officially launched to enhance market access for the island’s small-scale producers. By securing dedicated shelf space in major retail outlets, delivering professional training, and establishing a unified brand identity, the initiative aims to transform the visibility and sustainability of locally made products. Building on the
GOVERNMENT OF MONTSERRAT COMPLETES FINANCIAL LITERACY WORKSHOP
The Government of Montserrat, through its Business Trade and Investment (BTI) Unit, in collaboration with the Caribbean Development Bank’s (CDB) Caribbean Technological Consultancy Services (CTCS) Network, has successfully completed a comprehensive four-day Financial Literacy and Management Training Workshop. Held from January 12 to 16, 2026, the event equipped eighteen (18) Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises
Deputy Director Appointed for the Department of Social Services
Sharese Allen has been appointed as the Deputy Director of the Department of Social Services. Ms Allen’s appointment is just one of the latest moves by the Ministry of Health and Social Services to improve the operations of the department. Lyndon Neptune has also been appointed Senior Probation Officer. The ministry will soon be on-boarding
Water Supply Project Underway in Montserrat
A major project aimed at enhancing the island’s water supply system has begun. The project, titled “AquaRevive: Rehabilitating Springs for Climate-Resilient Water Supply in Montserrat,” is a partnership between the Ministry of Building, Utilities, Infrastructure, Labour, Transportation and Ecclesiastical Affairs, and the Montserrat Utilities Limited through funding from the Green Overseas Territories Programme. The 12-month
Ministry of Education Announces Opening of Education Specialists Unit
The Ministry of Education, led by Minister of Education, Dr. the Hon. Ingrid Buffonge, is pleased to announce that the Education Specialists Unit at the Montserrat Community College (MCC) has officially opened, and commenced operations on Monday, January 12, 2026. This important milestone forms part of the Government of Montserrat’s ongoing commitment to strengthening the