Montserrat Focus

09/04/2025

07/04/2025

⏸️ A PAUSE, NOT A GOODBYE: This week, I’ve made the difficult decision to temporarily pause news coverage on Montserrat Focus.

As a fully self-funded, independent operation, I simply don’t have the resources right now to give the site the attention it truly deserves.

For the time being, I’ll be focusing on Montserrat Focus' sister website Anguilla Focus (anguillafocus.com), but remain deeply committed to Montserrat and will be back as soon as I can!

Over the past year, I’ve aimed to provide coverage that’s often hard to find elsewhere - including parliamentary proceedings, court reporting, and investigative stories.

I’ve also made sure the site remains free to access, because everyone deserves to stay informed, no matter their economic circumstances.

If you’ve found my reporting valuable and have any thoughts on funding opportunities, I’d love to hear from you. Your support means everything!

You can get in touch at [email protected] or WhatsApp +44 7453 809576.

In the meantime, printed newspapers are available from my friends at Alliouagana Express and regular island updates can be found at Discover Montserrat.

Montserrat Focus has been a real labour of love – and I’m so grateful for the support and encouragement you’ve shown over the past year.

Thank you for being part of it all - I’ll see you again soon!

Rebecca Bird, Editor

25/03/2025

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24/03/2025

🟡 UPDATE: Apologies for the recent gap in news coverage while I've been recovering from an illness.
Montserrat Focus will be back with the latest news again soon.
Thank you for your patience and understanding!
- Rebecca Bird, Editor

20/03/2025

🔴 MUSICAL TREAT: Montserrat’s youth orchestra took the stage for a musical production titled, ‘A musical treat for St Patrick’s week’ on Sunday, 16 March.

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Montserrat's youth orchestra took the stage for a musical production titled, 'A musical treat for St Patrick's week' on Sunday, 16 March.

20/03/2025

🔴 ACCOUNT LIST: A list naming the holders of 880 accounts at Montserrat’s now-defunct Government Savings Bank was published this week.

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A list naming the holders of 880 accounts at Montserrat's now-defunct Government Savings Bank was published this week.

20/03/2025

🔴 SUMMIT SPEAKER: Premier Reuben Meade has been named as one of the high-level speakers to present at an upcoming conference dedicated to sustainability in island nations.

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Premier Reuben Meade has been named as one of the high-level speakers to present at an upcoming conference dedicated to sustainability in island nations.

20/03/2025

🔴 FLU OUTBREAK: The Ministry of Health has issued a public health alert following a recent outbreak of Influenza A in Montserrat.

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The Ministry of Health has issued a public health alert following a recent outbreak of Influenza A in Montserrat.

19/03/2025

🔴 TRAVEL SOLUTION: Passengers who have tickets for cancelled outbound Winair flights will be able to travel from Montserrat to Antigua on a chartered ferry, the government has said.

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Passengers who have tickets for cancelled outbound Winair flights can travel from Montserrat to Antigua on a chartered ferry, the government has said.

17/03/2025

🟢 HERITAGE HONOURED: As Montserrat celebrates St Patrick’s Day, Acting Premier Veronica Dorsette-Hector has called on both citizens and visitors to reflect on the deep historical significance of the occasion.

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As Montserrat marks St Patrick’s Day, Acting Premier Veronica Dorsette-Hector has asked the public to reflect on the history of the occasion.

17/03/2025

🟢 ROYAL MESSAGE: King Charles III has sent a letter to Governor Sarah Tucker, extending well wishes to Montserrat for St Patrick’s Day and the year ahead.

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King Charles III has sent a letter to Governor Sarah Tucker, extending well wishes to Montserrat for St Patrick's Day and the year ahead.