AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoJudicial Appointment: King Charles III has appointed Her Ladyship Madam Margaret Price Findlay as the 14th Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, effective 9 April 2026, a leadership boost for the court serving OECS states and British Overseas Territories. Public Health: Montserrat’s Ministry of Health says it is monitoring Ebola outbreaks in the DRC and Uganda while noting the risk to Montserrat remains low; it also confirmed two imported malaria cases in Antigua and Barbuda and highlighted strengthened preparedness steps. Earthquake Update: A magnitude 4.3 earthquake was recorded late Tuesday evening, with no reports of damage or injuries reported so far. Regional Parliament Links: Montserrat’s Speaker Marjorie Smith and Legislative Assembly Clerk Dr. Judith Baker are attending the 2026 Commons and Overseas Territories Speakers’ Conference in the Cayman Islands, focusing on resilience, governance reform, and parliamentary continuity. Community Funding: Government launched CDB’s Basic Needs Trust Fund 11 Programme, securing EC$8.1 million for poverty reduction, livelihoods, and essential services. Healthier Eating Study: A new study finds many Montserratians know what to eat for DASH-style blood pressure control, but face barriers like cost and limited access to fresh produce and fish. Tourism & Events: Summer travel tips highlight Montserrat’s festival season, including the Calabash Festival (July 18–26) and PRIME 2026 (July 24–26). Football Development: The Montserrat Football Association reports Shernyl Burns completed a Concacaf Venue and Match Coordinator course in Mexico City, supporting plans to resume home matches.
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