Government of Montserrat Press Releases

Montserrat Government UK Office Moves to New Location
The Government of Montserrat UK Office (MGUKO) is pleased to announce the official relocation of its London office to a new, modern space in Victoria.

Air Travel Update – WINAIR Service Expansion
The Access Division, Office of the Premier is informing the public of the following updates regarding air travel to Montserrat. WINAIR will extend its service

Montserrat Government UK Office Announces Upcoming Cultural Events in the United Kingdom
The Montserrat Government UK Office has announced two upcoming cultural events taking place in the United Kingdom, which will celebrate Montserratian creativity, resilience, and heritage.

Ministry of Health and Social Services and Keele University and Partner to Strengthen Nursing Education on Montserrat
The Ministry of Health & Social Services has announced a partnership with Keele University, the Calderdale and Huddersfield Foundation Trust (CHFT), and the National Health

Montserrat Attends OECS 11th Council of Ministers: Health in Grenada
The Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) is holding the 11th Council of Ministers: Health in Grenada on October 22nd and 23rd, 2025. Minister of

GOVERNMENT OF MONTSERRAT SIGNS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH SALEM COMMUNITY ACTION GROUP FOR SALEM COMMUNITY CENTRE
In a momentous occasion for the local Salem Community, the Government of Montserrat, and the Salem Community Action Group have officially signed a Memorandum of

Montserrat Hosts High-Level OECS Trade Discussions
Montserrat is hosting the Seventh OECS Ordinary Council of Ministers of Trade this week. The Business Trade and Investment Unit, Office of the Premier, says

Second Cohort Successfully Completes the Montserrat Care Certificate Course
The Ministry of Health and Social Services is pleased to announce that thirteen (13) caregivers have successfully completed the six-month Montserrat Care Certificate Course. This

Montserrat Customs and Revenue Service (MCRS) and the Immigration Department Sign Memorandum of Understanding
The Montserrat Customs and Revenue Service (MCRS) and the Immigration Department have formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote and foster cooperation between

Government of Montserrat Awards Five Scholarships for 2025/26 Academic Year
The Government of Montserrat, through its Annual Country Training Scheme (ACTS), has awarded five scholarships for the 2025/26 academic year. Recipients will pursue programmes in

Montserrat Transitions to Digital Import Licence System
The Business Trade and Investment (BTI) Unit is excited to announce the shift from manual import licence books to a fully digital import licence application

Government Confirms Policy Agenda for 2025–2028 Planning Cycle
The Government of Montserrat has confirmed its policy agenda for the upcoming 2026/2027 fiscal year, and current 2025-2028 planning cycle. Identifying five of the 12

SVG TO INTRODUCE TWIN OTTER OPERATIONS STARTING SEPTEMBER 1, 2025
The Access Division, Office of the Premier is today announcing the introduction of Twin Otter Flights on the Montserrat-Antigua route by SVG BMN Airways effective

APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR THE MONTSERRAT ISLAND SCHOLARSHIP
The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports in collaboration with the Human Resources Management Unit (HRMU) announces that applications are now invited for the

Montserrat to Launch National Cyber Risk Assessment
The Government of Montserrat, in partnership with the UK Government’s Overseas Territory Border Security Programme (OTBSP), will be launching a National Cyber Risk Assessment (NCRA).

Government of Montserrat and Delta Petroleum Ltd Sign 15-Year Supply Agreement
Last Friday, Government of Montserrat and Delta Petroleum Limited signed a new 15-year agreement. The agreement will see the regional company continue to supply diesel,

PREMIER OF MONTSERRAT ATTENDS 111th MEETING OF THE ECCB MONETARY COUNCIL IN ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA
Premier of Montserrat and Minister of Finance, Honourable Reuben T. Meade attended the 111th Meeting of the ECCB Monetary Council in Barbuda on July 18,

Montserrat Launches National Survey to Support Farmers, Fishers, and Agro-Processors
The Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Housing, Environment, Youth Affairs & Sports (MALHEYAS) has officially launched the Farmers, Fishers & Agro-Processors’ Needs Survey. This marks a

Decline in Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Cases – Continued Vigilance Encouraged
The Ministry of Health and Social Services is pleased to report a decline in the number of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases across

Ministry of Health and Social Services Launches “Summer Smiles” Dental Programme
The Ministry of Health and Social Services is pleased to announce the launch of “Summer Smiles.” “Summer Smiles” is an annual follow-up initiative by the

Our Health Magazine
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has published its first magazine. Our Health will be produced once a quarter and will offer local health

National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving Scheduled for July 9th, 2025
The observance of the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving as a Public Holiday was passed into law by Act No. 13 of 2024 which

NEWLY RENOVATED SALEM COMMUNITY CENTER OFFICIALLY OPENED
The newly renovated Salem Community Center was officially opened at a ceremony on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. The project was funded by the Caribbean Development

Public Health Alert: Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Detected on Island
The Ministry of Health and Social Services wishes to update the public on the recent increase in pediatric cases presenting with fever and generalized rash.

WINAIR to Add a Third Weekly Montserrat Flight from July 2025
Windward Islands Airways (WINAIR) will enhance air access to the island with the addition of a third weekly flight on the St. Maarten (SXM) –

PUBLIC HEALTH NOTICE
Increase in Cases of Rash and Fever Among Children The Ministry of Health and Social Services is alerting the public to a noticeable increase in

Government of Montserrat collaborates with Islander Operators to Launch Price-Capped Flights Starting June 9, 2025
The Government of Montserrat is today announcing the implementation of a price cap on airfares for travel between Montserrat and Antigua, commencing Monday June 9,

Ministry of Health Congratulates Local Nurses on RENR Success, Welcomes New Nursing Staff
The Ministry of Health and Social Servicesextends heartfelt congratulations to Fionan Brown and Kerry-Ann Weekes, two outstanding local nurses who were among the top performers