Government of Montserrat Press Releases

Montserrat Diaspora Survey Unveils Vital Insights, Igniting a Collaborative Drive for Change
The Government of Montserrat’s recently concluded ‘Diaspora Feedback Survey’ has unveiled essential insights into the diaspora’s demographics, connections, and perspectives regarding Montserrat. Conducted from November

Winners of the 2023 Christmas Lighting Competition Announced
The Montserrat Tourism Division, in collaboration with the Montserrat Arts Council, is pleased to announce the results from the 2023 Christmas Lighting Competition. This annual

Acting Commissioner of Police sworn in by Governor Tucker
Her Excellency The Governor, Mrs Sarah Tucker, swore in Acting Commissioner, Pamela Trevillion this morning (Wednesday January 3, 2024), who will hold the Leadership on

2024 New Year’s Day Message – Premier of Montserrat
Montserratians at home and abroad, and residents, it brings me great joy to be able to usher in the new year with you; a new

2023 CHRISTMAS MESSAGE – Premier, Hon. Joseph E. Farrell
Montserratians, residents and friends of Montserrat, on this Christmas Day, I extend season’s greetings to you and your families where ever you are listening to

Government Implements Measures To Prevent Financial Collapse of MUL
The Government of Montserrat (GoM) has taken a decision to implement several measures to provide significant support to the Montserrat Utilities Limited (MUL) in an

UK Government and British Overseas Territories agree to closer collaboration
The UK Government and elected leaders of the British Overseas Territories have agreed a new Joint Declaration. The Declaration defines a new, more collaborative and

SEVERE WEATHER CAUSES CANCELLATION OF DECEMBER 14th FERRY SERVICE
The Access Division, Office of the Premier would like to inform the public that due to severe weather conditions, the ferry service will not operate

Refurbishment of the Margetson Memorial Home Building Begins
The Ministry of Health and Social Services is pleased to announce that the refurbishment of the former Margetson Memorial Home building, situated on the Glendon

Montserrat Energy Department Empowers Residents with 250 Plug-In Meter Readers for Energy Efficiency
The Montserrat Energy Department is launching the next phase of its Efficient Energy initiative by distributing 250 Plug-In Meter Readers. As part of a collaborative

PROPERTY OWNERS ENCOURAGED TO PAY PROPERTY TAX BILLS
Property owners or their representatives on island are urged to pay their property taxes in a timely manner to avoid attracting penalty and interest charges.

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 13 IS NATIONAL TREE PLANTING DAY
The Ministry of Agriculture will host its annual National Tree Planting Day on Wednesday December 13 this year. Distribution of plants will begin at 7:00

Ministry of Health Contracts New Solid Waste Collection Contractor
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has contracted Elmoalis Carting & Waste Removal Services Limited to provide solid waste collection for the island of

Ministry of Health and Social Services Hosts Public Information Sessions on the Final Design of the New National Hospital
The Ministry of Health and Social Services is pleased to announce that two “Public Information Sessions” will be hosted by the Government of Montserrat, supported

JEANS FOR FREEDOM VISIT TO MONTSERRAT
On Saturday December 2 2023, Montserrat welcomed and hosted the Jeans for Freedom ferry from Guadeloupe where a total of 409 enthusiastic visitors embarked on

FERRY WEEKEND SPECIAL DECEMBER 1ST TO 3RD
The Access Division, Office of The Premier, would like to inform the general public of the following change in the ferry schedule for this weekend.

GOVERNMENT OF MONTSERRAT LAUNCHES MONTSERRAT DIASPORA FEEDBACK SURVEY: SHAPING OUR FUTURE TOGETHER
The Montserrat Tourism Division within the Office of the Premier is pleased to announce the launch of the Montserrat Diaspora Feedback Survey, a vital initiative

GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF MONTSERRAT DIASPORA AND INVESTMENT ENGAGEMENT IN MARCH 2024, DUBBED THE JOURNEY HOME
The Montserrat Tourism Division under the portfolio of the Office of the Premier within the Government of Montserrat, is excited to announce a Montserrat Diaspora

CHANGES TO FERRY SCHEDULE THIS WEEKEND
The Access Division, Office of The Premier, would like to inform the general public of the following changes to the ferry schedule for this weekend.

PREMIER LED DELEGATION CONCLUDES SUCCESSFUL MEETINGS IN THE UK
The Premier, Hon Joseph E. Farrell, Deputy Premier, Dr. the Hon. Samuel Joseph and the delegation of officials wrapped up a successful visit to the

Port Development Project Members Attend Regional Conference
Three members of the Montserrat Port Development Project team are joining their colleagues from across the region at the UK Caribbean Infrastructure Conference 2023 in St.

PREMIER & MONTSERRAT DELEGATION MEET WITH MONTSERRAT UK DIASPORA
The Premier, Hon. Joseph E. Farrell and Deputy Premier, Dr. the Hon. Samuel Joseph spent the weekend having meetings with members of the Montserrat Diaspora

PREMIER FARRELL AND MONTSERRAT DELEGATION CONTINUE KEY MEETINGS IN THE UK
On Friday November 17, 2023, Premier, Hon. Joseph E. Farrell and the Deputy Premier, Dr. the Hon. Samuel Joseph had several scheduled meetings in the United

MONTSERRAT’S DELEGATION HOLDS BILATERAL DISCUSSIONS DURING JMC
Premier, Honourable Joseph E. Farrell led a Montserrat delegation to the UK for the annual Joint Ministerial Council (JMC) in London from November 14 to

YOUTH PARLIAMENTARIAN HAYLEY-SHAI KASSIE TO DELIVER PRESENTATION IN THE UK HOUSE OF COMMONS ON NOV. 17. 2023
Youth Parliamentarian Hayley-Shai Kassie is scheduled to present on the topic ‘The most important issue of inequality facing young people from my territory’ in the

Montserrat Legislature Delegation Attended Working Visit to Trinidad
A delegation from the Montserrat Legislature, comprising Speaker of the House Charliena White, Clerk of the Assembly Dr. Judith Baker, and Commissions Analyst Francelise White,

RESEMBID Delegation Concludes Successful Montserrat Mission
Representatives from RESEMBID, recently concluded a productive three-day mission in Montserrat, spanning from November 6th to 8th. The mission’s primary objective was to assess and

UK LAUNCHES ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORISATION (ETA) SCHEME – British, Irish & BOTC Passport Holders Not impacted
The UK Home Office announces the launch of the UK’s first Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme. An ETA is a digital permission to travel designed