Government of Montserrat Press Releases

MBPF Soft Loan Programme Fully Deploys EC$2 Million to Montserrat Entrepreneurs
The Government of Montserrat, through the Montserrat Business and Professional Fund (MBPF), today announced that its first Soft Loan Programme has fully deployed its EC$2

Ministry of Health and Social Services Monitors International and Regional Public Health Situations of Concern
The Ministry of Health and Social Services is closely monitoring the current Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda on the African

Montserrat Participates in 2026 Commons and Overseas Territories Speakers’ Conference
The Legislative Assembly of Montserrat is participating in the 2026 Commons and Overseas Territories Speakers’ Conference (COTSC) in the Cayman Islands from 24–30 May 2026.

Legislative Department Launches Essay Competition
The Legislative Department announces the launch of the “Voices of Leadership: A Montserrat Parliament Reflection” where the public is invited to explore and reflect on

Premier Congratulates Newly Elected Members of the Montserrat National Youth Parliament
The Honourable Premier, Reuben T Meade, today, extended heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected Members of the Montserrat National Youth Parliament, commending their commitment to

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

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’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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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

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,”

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

NATIONAL HONOURS AND AWARDS CEREMONY 2026
Eight Montserratians will be honoured for their selfless contribution and commitment to the development and advancement of Montserrat at the 9th National and Honours and

MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE SIGNS LETTER OF INTENT WITH NORTHERN CONNECTION DISTRIBUTION LTD, THE MASSIAH GROUP & CANADIAN CONSORTIUM PARTNERS TO ADVANCE AGRICULTURAL EXPORT DEVELOPMENT
The Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Housing, Environment, Youth Affairs and Sports (MALHEYAS) has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Northern Connection Distribution Ltd, The

Premier Concludes Week of High-Level Engagements at Joint Ministerial Council in London
Last week, Premier the Hon. Reuben T. Meade’s week-long engagements in London concluded with the final sessions of the Joint Ministerial Council (JMC) and a

Ministry of Health & Social Services Commissions New Mobile Medical Van and Solar Portable Storage Container
The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) officially commissioned two (2) major additions to Montserrat’s health infrastructure: a Mobile Medical Van and a Solar

CONTRACT SIGNED FOR PHASE ONE OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW SOCIAL HOUSING UNITS AT DRUMMONDS
The Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Housing, Environment, Youth Affairs and Sports are pleased to announce the signing of the contract for Phase One (1) the

PUBLIC CONSULTATIONS COMMENCE FOR DRAFT MONTSERRAT SPORTS AND RECREATION POLICY (2025-2030)
The Government of Montserrat is pleased to announce that a period of public consultation on the Draft Montserrat Sports and Recreation Policy (2025-2030) has commenced,

PREMIER MEADE ADVANCES MONTSERRAT’S STRATEGIC PRIORITIES DURING HIGH-LEVEL UK ENGAGEMENTS
On Tuesday, 25 November, Premier of Montserrat Hon. Reuben T. Meade continued an intensive programme of high-level engagements in London, leading the delegation through a

PREMIER OF MONTSERRAT AND DELEGATION IN LONDON FOR JOINT MINISTERIAL COUNCIL (JMC)
Premier of Montserrat and Minister of Finance, Hon. Reuben T. Meade, is undertaking a series of engagements in London as part of the Joint Ministerial

Confirmed Cases of Dengue Fever on Island
The Ministry of Health and Social Services wishes to inform the public that two (2) confirmed cases of dengue fever have been detected on the