AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBlue Belt Programme: Montserrat has officially joined the UK Government’s Blue Belt Programme on World Ocean Day, committing to protect at least 20% of its maritime zone and to strengthen marine protected areas, fisheries management, and marine legislation. Tourism & Local Business: Scriber’s Adventures has launched online booking for Montserrat guided tours, letting visitors choose dates and pay securely in advance. Church Safeguarding: Pope Leo XIV met six survivors of clergy sexual abuse in Madrid, listening to proposals and pledging a safer, healing-focused Church—while some survivor groups protested they were excluded. CARICOM & Health: CARICOM’s 19th Road Run/Walk in Saint Lucia (July 5) will feature elite and open events, including options for people with disabilities, running alongside CARICOM heads’ discussions on reducing non-communicable diseases. Disaster Readiness: Montserrat Volcano Observatory says the Soufrière Hills volcano remains in unrest despite no eruption since 2010, reinforcing the need for close monitoring. Finance for Entrepreneurs: The Montserrat Business and Professional Fund soft-loan programme has fully deployed its initial EC$2m allocation, and government is now seeking additional funding to expand it.
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