Government of Montserrat Press Releases
NEGATIVE COVID-19 TEST REQUIRED FOR TRAVELERS
New Procedures for Travelers Through Antigua Issue Date: July 7, 2020 The Ministry of Health and Social Services is notifying travelers from Montserrat to Antigua,
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION LAUNCHES POSITIVE DISCIPLINE MEDIA CAMPAIGN
Issue Date: July 3, 2020 The Ministry of Education on Montserrat today launched a media campaign to promote the adoption of positive discipline methods when
MONTSERRAT FIBRE OPTIC CABLE CONNECTION SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED
Issue Date: July 3, 2020 The installation of the new submarine fibre optic cable system from Montserrat, to the Branching Unit between Guadeloupe and Antigua,
JULY 15, 2020 DECLARED A PUBLIC HOLIDAY TO COMMEMORATE 25 YEARS OF VOLCANIC ACTIVITY
Issue Date: July 1, 2020 Wednesday July 15, 2020 has been declared a public holiday on Montserrat, in observance of 25 years since the start
CURFEW LIFTED AS GOVERNMENT CONTINUES TO EASE COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
As of Wednesday July 1, 2020 at 5:00a.m. the curfew which was implemented as part of COVID-19 suppression measures by the Government of Montserrat, will
MONTSERRAT’S SUBSEA FIBRE OPTIC CABLE PROJECT PROGRESSES STEADILY
June 26, 2020 Submarine Installation and Testing Works Scheduled Work on the installation of the new submarine fibre optic cable system on Montserrat continues steadily
PREMIER FARRELL PRESENTS EC$227.68 MILLION DOLLAR BUDGET
COVID 19 Causes Nearly $22M Deficit June 18, 2020 Premier and Minister of Finance and Economic Management, the Honourable Joseph E. Farrell today presented an
TOURISM DIVISION AND STAKEHOLDERS MEET TO DISCUSS WAY FORWARD
Issue Date: June 17, 2020 The Montserrat Tourism Division hosted a Town Hall Meeting with stakeholders last Friday, June 12th at the Cultural Centre to
PRE-TRAVEL REGISTRATION REQUIRED & PROTOCOLS IN PLACE FOR PERSONS TRAVELING TO MONTSERRAT
Release Date: June 11, 2020 A pre-travel registration process and other protocols have been implemented by the Ministry of Health and Social Services and the
2018/2019 NATIONAL PERFORMANCE REPORT PUBLISHED ONLINE
Release Date: June 10, 2020 The Government of Montserrat’s National Performance Report for the period 2018-2019 has been published online and is available for review.
PHASED REOPENING OF THE ECONOMY & EASING OF MEASURES CONTINUES
Curfew 10:00p.m. to 5:00a.m. & Public Gathering Limit Increased to 10 Release Date: June 7, 2020 As the Government continues to gradually reopen the economy on
CARIBBEAN ENERGY DATA COLLECTION INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Release Date: June 5, 2020 Nationals and residents of Montserrat who are interested in the energy sector, now have an opportunity to gain some work
MONTSERRAT ARTS COUNCIL INVITES ARTISTS TO REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL EXHIBITION
The Montserrat Arts Council presents M.O.V.E – its first ever Online Virtual Exhibition, where digital meets culture. Artists, Artisans, Craftsmen and Fashion Designers are invited
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION PUBLISHES GUIDELINES FOR THE PHASED REOPENING OF SCHOOLS
On June 5, 2020, the Ministry of Education released guidelines outlining how schools will operate given the challenges posed by COVID-19. Public schools on Montserrat
APPLICATIONS BEING ACCEPTED FOR THE MONTSERRAT ISLAND SCHOLARSHIP
Ministry of Education Press ReleaseRelease Date: June 3, 2020 The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports in collaboration with the Human Resource and Management Unit
CSEC AND CAPE EXAMS TO BEGIN ON JULY 13, 2020
Release Date: June 3, 2020 The Caribbean Examination Council (CXC) has confirmed the examination dates with regional agreement for CSEC and CAPE to begin on
JOINT STATEMENT FROM THE GOVERNOR’S OFFICE AND THE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER ON THE CANCELLATION OF THE QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY PARADE & BIRTHDAY PARTY 2020
Issued Date: June 2, 2020 We traditionally celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Birthday in June, with a garden party hosted by the Governor and a
2020 Hurricane Message – Premier, Hon. Joseph E. Farrell
Issue Date: June 1, 2020 Residents and friends of Montserrat, God’s mercy and love for this land and its people, are evident every day. As
$10K ONE-OFF GRANT AVAILABLE FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
Release Date: May 29, 2020 Small or micro businesses on Montserrat facing financial difficulties due to COVID19 measures, can now apply for a direct one-off
MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE IMPLEMENTS A WATER TANK INCENTIVE PROGRAMME
Release Date: May 29, 2020 The Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Housing & the Environment continues to implement initiatives to assist residents and support food security
GOVERNMENT’S COVID19 FISCAL PACKAGES BENEFIT 494 PERSONS AT A VALUE OF $800,000
Release Date: May 27, 2020 The Government of Montserrat through its packages of financial support for businesses impacted by measures to contain the spread of
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE MEETS WITH COMMERCIAL FARMERS
Release Date: May 26, 2020 Approximately sixty (60) farmers attended a Town Hall meeting on Monday May 25, organised by the Ministry of Agriculture, targeting
RESTAURANTS, SALONS, BARBER SHOPS, CHURCHES ALLOWED TO RESUME OPERATIONS FROM FRIDAY MAY 22, 2020
Buses and Taxis Can Operate With Permission From The Minister of HealthRelease Date: May 21, 2020 As of 12:00a.m. on Friday May 22, businesses to
MONTSERRAT PUBLIC SERVICE TO BEGIN INITIAL PHASED REOPENING ON MONDAY MAY 25TH, 2020
OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY GOVERNORPress Release – May 21, 2020 The initial phase of reopening the Montserrat Public Service commences Monday, May 25th, 2020. The
Premier’s COVID-19 Weekly Message – From May 22, 2020 More Businesses to Open and Curfew in Place from 8:00p.m. to 5:00a.m.
Issue Date: May 20, 2020 My fellow Montserratians, residents and friends of Montserrat I extend warm greetings to all of you. God has truly been
NO ACTIVE COVID-19 CASES ON MONTSERRAT
Release Date: May 15, 2020 The Ministry of Health and Social Services is today announcing that there are no active coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases on
MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE ROLLS OUT COVID-19 CROP PRODUCTION INITIATIVES
The Ministry of Agriculture is today announcing the implementation of initiatives under its COVID-19 support programme. Members of the public can register to benefit from
Phased Reopening of the Economy Updates & Protocol Discussions on Phased Reopening of the Tourism Sector
Good day to all hearing my voice, I extend warm greetings to all of you. Another week has come and gone and I do hope