AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMontserrat Blue Belt Boost: Montserrat has officially joined the UK’s Blue Belt Programme on World Ocean Day, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone and using UK-backed science to set up Marine Protected Areas, modernise marine laws, and strengthen fisheries management. Pension Reform for Montserrat: Government has started a comprehensive pension reform process led by the Office of the Deputy Governor, aiming for a more transparent, sustainable system and a shift toward a defined contribution model, with a 17-member committee and TELUS Health support. Hurricane Readiness, Updated for Tech Dependence: A new look at the 2026 hurricane season reminds residents that forecasts and alerts are better than in 1989, but phone and power reliance can become a new vulnerability—so power banks, radios, and offline document copies matter. Volcano Watch, New Opportunities: The Montserrat Volcano Observatory says the Soufrière Hills system remains in unrest despite no eruption since 2010, with monitoring still showing ground inflation, gas emissions, and seismic activity. Local Business Funding Push: After fully deploying an EC$2m MBPF soft-loan round, Montserrat is seeking additional funding to expand the programme beyond the 39 approved loans already delivered.
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