AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMontserrat Development Planning: The Government of Montserrat is gathering input from residents and the global diaspora to draft a new Sustainable Development Strategy and National Development Plan, mapping a 25-year recovery path (2026–2051) after the volcanic disruptions of 1995–2010, with consultations happening on-island and remotely. Mental Health & Services: A six-year review presented at Montserrat’s Ministry of Health found depressive and psychotic disorders are the top diagnoses among people accessing mental health services, with new patient presentations up 12.7% and the 10–19 age group now the largest. Regional Monetary Policy: Dominica’s Irving McIntyre has taken over as Chair of the ECCB Monetary Council, with the role rotating annually across member states including Montserrat. Entrepreneurship Spotlight: Montserrat’s inaugural PRIME Business Awards and Gala celebrated local business wins, including MSO Ltd. as Business of the Year and Glow H&B Essentials taking multiple honours. FIFA Funding Backlash: Concacaf and its 41 member associations rejected FIFA’s private investment proposal, adding pressure to Infantino’s plan to sell minority interests in a new commercial arm. Aviation & STEM (UK-linked): Babcock International has been confirmed as key sponsor of the inaugural Hampshire Air Festival, supporting flying displays and youth STEM activities.
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