No surprise after Governor reviews actions on his recommedations His Excellency Governor Adrian Davis in confirming the resignation of Deputy Commisioner of the Royal Montserrat Police Service. (RMPS), Bradley Siddell, said, “It was a personal decision he was certainly not force. If you want to know his reasons, it’s for you to discuss with Mr. […]...
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has again voiced the Caribbean community’s concerns that the United Kingdom’s Air Passenger Duty (APD) is damaging the region’s tourism industry ahead of the UK budget. The statement, released ahead of British Chancellor George Osborne’s March 19 budget presentation, claimed that the APD is implemented unfairly. The duty on flights […]...
Editorial – March 14, 2014 : Governor Adrian Davis has particularly over the last few weeks faced much criticism and some pressure to do what he has come to hear so much in recent times, “Do the right thing”. It is somewhat surprising since he has more often than not, agreed that this should always […]...
GIU – Montserrat on Sunday hosts its inaugural National Honours and Awards Ceremony. The event, originated and coordinated out of the Premier’s Office, will be held on Sunday evening from 5 p.m. at the Montserrat Cultural Centre. A number of awards will be presented to persons and organisations for their ‘selfless contribution to the island’. […]...
Dear Editor: Now that we have a NEW customs and immigration facility we should look carefully at what has been provided. Many of our travellers are elderly and some are disabled but NO measures are in place to help them. Normal passengers who use the ferry do it because it is more economic or they […]...
Martin Healy has been visiting Montserrat and performing in several functions over the St. Patrick’s Day week activities. This year was no exception and this time he brought his band along, as he has on previous occasions. He and the band were special guests at the Governor’s wife, Sujue Davis’ popular latest Coffee Morning on […]...
Preparing for the Rise of the Increasingly Connected World By Bevil Wooding “I see the internet of things as a huge transformative development – a way of boosting productivity, of keeping us healthier, making transport more efficient, reducing energy needs, and tackling climate change“ David Cameron, U.K. Prime Minister Rise of the Devices The Internet […]...
(In memory of Cudjoe, a Montserratian hero) By Shirley Spycalla Show me, please show me, oh Cudjoe, my liege The tall, silk cotton tree, I beg and besiege. The tree that bore your body as fettered you swung That strong body you nurtured when we were young. Show them, I beg you, Cudjoe, show […]...
Editorial – March 7 2014 The official reason given to the media for the cancellation of the press conference which was planned well in advance of the UK budgetary aid mission team that recently visited, was, “…due to the fact that their meetings with the various government ministries and departments have been running overtime.” A […]...
Leeward Islands Debating eighth-time winners – Montserrat beats St. Kitts in the 2014 Competition The 2014 Leeward Islands Debating Competition ended with the high that pertained throughout. Team Montserrat comprising of Leader, Tiffannie Skerritt, Carlton Braithwaite, Christum Weekes, Sharese Allen, Trichelle Spencer and Vanice Tuitt emerged as victors in a relatively close finals contest against...
In the end of what appeared quietly to Attorney David Brandt untoward and undue delay, and which might well be a next beginning, His Excellency Governor Adrian Davis, wrote to Mr. Brandt. “Thank you for your various letters and emails on behalf of your clients. I have reviewed again all the correspondence. In addition as […]...
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The Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Ambassador Irwin LaRocque claims the honour and privileged to salute the women and girls of the Caribbean Community on the occasion of International Women’s Day 2014. This year’s United Nation’s theme ‘Equality for Women is Progress for All’, is one that we can all embrace as we examine our […]...
By Dr. Shirley Kelly For the first time ever, local authorities and civic dignitaries, community groups and charities throughout the British Isles are taking part in local flag raising events and ceremonies of dedication to mark Commonwealth Day on March 10, 2014. This new, unique initiative, which has caught the imagination of thousands of participants, […]...
by Staff Reporter The Ministry of Health and Social Services Department is reportedly behind the plans for the local observance of International Women’s Day 2014, which will be observed tomorrow, Saturday, March 08, 2014. The Ministry which also deals with matters related to gender affairs, will facilitate a Women’s Retreat as the main local activity […]...
Governor Davis has informed today he will confirm the appointment of Inspectors Derona Semper and Albert Williams after ‘reverting’ them to Sergeants from their appointment to Inspector. Full story will reveal the debacle behind the demotion and how the reversion of the decision unfolded....
by Staff Reporter The High Court of Montserrat has granted leave to Mr. Thomas Buffonge to file Judicial review against the Deputy Governor. The Application for leave is the first step in the process of seeking relief from the High Court in matters of Administrative law. This process is a filtering one where the court […]...
The 2014 Leeward Islands Debating Competition begins today, Thursday, February 27, at 6.30 p.m. Below are the topics and schedule for the Competition in which seven islands will participate....
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