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Vol 04, Issue 10

Monday March 07, 2022

ALLIOUAGANA EXPRESS

Montserrat’s Community Newspaper

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World Wildlife Day Observed in Montserrat Page 9

MOUNTAIN AGLOW JUNIOR ARRIVES Montserrat Volcano O b s e r v a t o r y, t h e Disaster Management Coordination Agency, and the Montserrat Primary Schools are proud to announce that the Mountain Aglow Junior Exhibition will be showcased at the Montserrat Cultural Centre for its first public reveal on March 11th between 08:30 and 17:00.

The event will reveal ‘Mountain Aglow Junior’, a unique 10ft display about Montserrat and the Soufriere Hills volcano eruption and its impacts, designed by Montserrat's Grades 5 and 6 students (2020/21) as part of collaboration between MVO, DMCA, the Montserrat Primary schools and the Continues on page 5

Double Moves by MNI Speakers!!!

By Angela Estwick (Former VPPR, MNI Speakers) ‘Pride and Enthusiasm’ – undoubtedly, these were the Words of the Day, describing the emotions of the 13 current members of Montserrat’s prestigious Toastmasters

Club, MNI Speakers, on February 16th and February 26th. The sole Toastmasters Club on the island, successfully hosted two contests at its February 16th meeting: the Club Level events for both the International

Evaluation Contest winners

Speech Contest and the Evaluation Contest were convened, virtually. The contests represented the first step in the Club’s ambition towards participation at the International Level Speech Contest and

cont'd on page 8

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Monday, March 07, 2022

Governor Pearce Calls for Celebration of Island's Success

Tu e s d a y M a r c h 1 s t , Brades—During his final press conference as Governor of Montserrat, His Excellency Andrew Pearce in his usual candid form, called for Montserrat to celebrate the island’s successes, while opening up about his views of challenges facing the island’s public service. Governor Pearce said in response to questions from Reporters that, “I think we should incline ourselves to celebrate some of the real successes, particularly the handling of the Covid pandemic. There are very few countries and territories that has handled the pandemic as sure footedly, consistently and prudent as Montserrat. That’s a real feather in the cap of our public service. He added that Montserratians need to lift their eyes to that horizon and see all the things that have been delivered and look at things

Gov Andrew Pearce

from a more positive prism. Pearce recalled sentiments of frustrations of what was seen as a lack of critical infrastructure as he considers some of the accomplishments of the island to date. He highlighted several accomplishments of the last four years which includes: the resurfaced airport runway; smart new airport control tower; fibre optic digital connection to the whole island; a contract signed for a port; a

ISLAND OF MONTSERRAT A.D. 2022 [PROBATE DIVISION] LEGAL NOTICE In the Estate of BRIAN, A REARDON deceased NOTICE is hereby given that after the expiration of 14 days from the date of this notice, an application will be filed at the Registry, High Court of Justice for an ORDER that Grant of Probate in the Estate of BRIAN A REARDON late of 16 Kimberlys Lane, Provincetown, Massachussetts, 02657 who died on the 18th day of May 2021 be issued to Marcelle Watts of Watts & Associates Ltd, lawful attorney of PATRICIA R VORKINK, sister and personal representative of the Estate and the person authorized to take Grant of Probate of the Estate. ALL persons claiming to be beneficially interested in the Estate are requested to send written particulars thereof to the undersigned within 14 days from the date of this notice. FURTHER any person objecting to the issuance of a Grant of Probate to the said applicant should notify the Registrar of the High Court of Justice whose address is: Office of the Registrar General, Brades, Montserrat not later than fourteen (14) days from the publication of this notice. Dated the 07th day of March 2022 Watts & Associates Ltd Attorneys at law for the Applicant

contract signed for a hospital; the undertaking of critical repairs in the Montserrat Secondary School, a new hot mix machine on its way and commitment to build a new parliament and multipurpose building. He said that these accomplishments have not been done in the previous 23 years and is worthy of big celebration. But despites these highs in his legacy, Governor Pearce also acknowledged that there are areas of discontent. He said, “Montserrat public service is not paid as I would like it to be.” He also believes that the public service salary and allowance structure is too complex, it causes confusion. The Governor also see Integrity and governance systems as being too complex. However, expressed content that the public service is able to provide some level of job security. “Ultimately people here have jobs in the public service, they’re secure jobs and they’re in reasonable condition. You need to look to yourselves to make the public service work the way you want it,” said Pearce. As he takes his leave from Montserrat Governor Pearce revealed recommendations he presented to the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office that he believes will further the development of Montserrat.

One of the major proposals is that Montserrat needs a strategic simplification of the public service. “I have recommended that we get away from complains commission, integrity commission, public service commission and some of its functions and look to create a single, supra body for dealing with the highest level of concerns and complains about integrity that can be for any body and about anybody. The Governor explained that for an island of this size, Montserrat needs simplicity, and allow the management of the public servants return to the public service. He proposed a more departmental approach to the handling of complains and disciplinary action and that complains on a more senior level be dealt with by one complaints body. Another recommendation was the ability for the Montserrat Government to have savings recognised as a surplus for the next budget. Recognising that there are elements that can impact on budget spending, particularly in the COVID-19 era. The Government admits that he had also fallen victim to this problem, calls for Britain to review their policy on this issue. He said, “you can make savings in one year; you should have the benefit of carrying it over to the advantage of your budget and system the next year. To say that you have to ration, then buy things because if some gate comes down at the end of March and you have to start all over again is a huge waste of human resources and effort.” He added, “Whatever the British former Treasury rules…here in Montserrat there needs to be more flexibility around the way those budgets can be handle to the benefit of everybody.”

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Approval and Commencement of Sand Mining Operations in the Upper Belham Valley Tuesday March 1 st , Brades— After a lengthy process of consultations and checks and balances sand miners can now formally operate in the Upper Belham Valley in Zone V. Minister, the Hon. Crenston Buffonge made the announcement on Tuesday in a press statement to the media. The Minister who has responsibility for Agriculture, Lands, Housing and the E n v i r o n m e n t , s ay s t h e Government of Montserrat is pleased to announce that sand mining in the Upper Belham Valley in Zone V can now formally take place. Highlighting the importance of the mining industry as the main export commodity from Montserrat, employing over 60 persons and source of foreign exchange. He explained, “My Ministry has ensured that all the required steps are in place to guarantee transparency and that all protocols will allow for safe and sustainable operations of the sand mining industry.” These actions included the following: • Mapping of the sand mining area for Zone V (Upper Belham). • Marking and Signage of the Upper Limit for sand mining. • Preparation and approval of Sand Protocols and Procedures to be followed by the Sand Miners. • Refining the criteria for

Health and Safety Plans to be submitted by Miners. • The development of Environmental Guidelines for the monitoring of sand mining in the newly approved mining sites. • Preparation and approval of a Sand Mining License which Miners will use to apply for permission to mine on Crown Lands. • Stakeholder meetings with the Sand Miners and Landowners. • Site visit into the area with Sand Miners to provide guidance. According to the Minister, with these protocols in place, sand miners are now applying for Licenses and planning permission from the Planning & Development Authority (PDA). Additionally, all Sand Miners will also need to make formal applications for Permits from the DMCA to Enter Zone V. Hon. Buffonge said, “This exercise was a long one, but together we have achieved progress. I look forward to sustainable, and risk-free sand mining operations in Upper Belham. The Ministry will now turn its attention to putting the necessary protocols and procedures in place for sand mining operations in Fort Ghaut. The Government of M o nt s e r rat w i l l re m a i n committed to providing the necessary support towards the continued success of the sand mining industry on the island.”

Dear Pastor Reprinted from jamaica-star.com

My attitude towards oral sex has changed Dear Pastor, I am 29 and I grew up in church. I was always active in Sunday school and I was the leader of the young people's group. My minister taught us that there are things that good Christian men should not do and when we were ready to get married, we should find women who believe in conventional sex. He said that oral sex is of the devil and that Christian women don't expect their Christian husbands to ask them for oral sex. Some of the guys laughed at the pastor and called him a fool. I had a girlfriend who came into the church and when we started to date, she asked me if I had ever had oral sex and I told her no. She asked me if I was saying that I would not do it and I told her that I would not. At that time, she was going to nursing school. When our relationship got serious, she told me that she had oral sex many times. I was shocked. She said that she enjoyed it. I felt like using bleach in my mouth because we had started to kiss. I questioned her about whether the man did it to her and she said both of them did it to each other. NOT SATISFIED I have read books on the matter and I was not satisfied with some of the comments. One minister told me that whatever my girl did in the past, I should forget them if I love her. When we went for counselling, my pastor raised the matter again and this time he said that the mouth was not made for that. This time my fiancee said that she believed that nobody should tell a couple what they should or should not do in the privacy of their bedroom. Our minister was shocked and he told her that she needed to repent. We stopped attending that church. We never told anyone why. Today my wife and I are happily married. My attitude towards oral sex has changed. Sometimes when people ask me as a Christian what the Bible says about oral sex, I tell them that the Bible does not say anything about it. I am active in another church and I am a counsellor. My wife is also active in church. You are doing a good job, keep it up. F.M. Dear F.M., You are correct by saying that the Bible does not say anything about oral sex. When I was in seminary and majoring in counselling, this subject was considered taboo. It was not even mentioned. I did most of my undergraduate courses in counselling. I enjoyed attending school on Saturdays, and one of the courses was called practical counselling. We talked about almost everything. I got my bachelor's degree and I was a happy man. The real test came when I had to counsel couples and someone asked me about oral sex. I gave a bad answer. But the questions never stopped coming. I remember once when I was talking to Dr Hector Wynter on the matter. He laughed and encouraged me by saying he didn't even know what oral sex meant at that time. He was an educated man. Both of us laughed it off and left it. I was determined to have an open mind on this subject. By the time I was doing my postgrad studies, this came up repeatedly. I studied the writings of many Christian psychologists. Some of them condemn the practice, but many took the position that oral sex is normal and healthy, and said that if the couple wants to practise it, it is up to them. I can say to you as a counsellor that there are some women who enjoy oral sex much more than coitus. The minister who spoke to your fiancee and you condemned her, he was surely wrong in doing so. But he has his convictions. They are not based on facts. They were based on limited knowledge. Your wife was correct in discussing this matter with you before you got married. I am happy that both of you enjoy each other and that you are in a position to help couples. I wish you well. May both of you have long life and happiness together. Pastor

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Monday, March 07, 2022

Your weekly Horoscopes

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21- Feb. 19) You may now have to do some quick thinking if you are to avoid personal complications. However, if at all possible, do bring in other people who can share any good fortune and stand with you in adversity. Also, do yourself a favour and keep a watchful eye on your cash.

PISCES (Feb 20 - Mar 20) You have a great deal to achieve. Don’t allow arguments or conflicts to make you drop out of the race. You’re not normally so competitive, but neither can you really afford to let partners treat you as a complete push-over. Frankly, the more support you’ve got from friends, the better.

ARIES (Mar 21 – Apr 20) The future looks relatively optimistic at the moment. In fact that’s an amazing understatement! The stars are emphasising peace rather than war, so they may bring sweetness and light to areas of your life from which they have been sadly lacking. Make sure that other people feel good as well, and your thoughtfulness will give you credit.

TAURUS (Apr 21 - May 21) The week begins and ends with significant domestic indications. How about formulating plans today and then waiting about four or five days before putting them into practice? One thing is certain: conditions can only get better. But it may take an almighty effort to see that improvements last.

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) Your skills as a peacemaker could be in demand at home over the coming days. One thing to remember is that disputes will arise as a result of the sheer range of different options, not from any ill-will. And that’s the simple reason why you should give partners the benefit of the doubt.

CANCER (June 22 - July 23) You’ve probably had enough big surprises, but fate may still have one or two tricks up its sleeve. The only complicating factor is that misunderstandings may periodically create an atmosphere of farce. A partner probably needs all the support you can give them. LEO (July 24 – Aug. 23) You’re still unhappy about financial matters,

and quite right too. If you weren’t dissatisfied with the conditions of your life you’d never make the necessary improvements. Everything will work out if you realise that you have another two weeks before agreements will stick.

VIRGO (Aug 24 - Sep 23) Your stars are splendid, as they often are at this time of year. Play social activities to the hilt but take it easy if firm agreement is required. You might find that close partners are impossible to pin down, but then what is new? Perhaps your demands are impossible to meet!

LIBRA (Sep 24 - Oct 23) You are generally quite keen to dominate

your environment, though in the nicest possible way. Yet, at the moment, I doubt if you are genuinely able to exert any sort of real or permanent control. You see, there are just too many powerful emotions and volatile undercurrents.

SCORPIO (Oct 24 - Nov 23) Your social planets really are exceptional, as you often find in the current season. Just don’t get all huffy if promises are broken and arrangements forgotten – it’s all in the stars! Or is it? By that I mean that the best place to start might be a long look at your own behaviour.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 24 - Dec 23) The Moon is moving from one

lively position to another! I’d say that you’d do well to keep your wits about you and pursue your affairs as conscientiously as possible. Your interests are served best at home if you keep talking. Pick the right words, choose the most appropriate moment and you should win partners over!

CAPRICORN (Dec. 23 - Jan. 20) Try and get everything important done as soon as you can, before fresh information arrives and circumstances move on. That way you’ll be able to enjoy pleasurable propositions when they arrive, and get ready for more significant developments – just in case!

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Monday, March 07, 2022

Mountain Aglow Junior Arrives on Montserrat for St. Patrick’s Festival Premiere Mountain Aglow project (mountainaglow.com). The exhibition will also include all the art, interviews, poems, and stories produced by the students during the project. Mountain Aglow was a 3 years long project (20192021), led by Prof J. Barclay (University of East Anglia, Norwich, UK) and funded by a Research Grant from the UK Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF). The

project aimed to promote volcanic risk preparedness in Montserrat sharing the scientific knowledge gained during the Soufriere Hills volcano as well as the community’s experience about living with an active volcano. In 2019-20, the “Mountain Aglow” exhibit and website (mountainaglow. com) were built in cooperation with local

institutional stakeholders (including MVO, DMCA, MAC, ZJB, Montserrat National Trust, etc) and the participation of community members and artists via eg interviews, and sharing of calipsos and poems about the eruption. Throughout the last year of the project (2021), Grades 5&6 participated in activities such as lectures and discussions with scientists, politicians, artists, and gained firsthand experiences of the Soufriere Hills eruption during a guided trip to Plymouth. Using drawings, photos, poems, interviews produced by the children, the ‘Mountain Aglow Junior’ exhibit presents their unique perspective on life on a volcanic island and how the Soufriere Hills eruption impacted Montserrat. Each class designed one side of the

exhibit, covering themes such as volcano monitoring, ash or population displacements. Students, teachers, family members and fellow Montserratians are all invited to visit the event and exhibit. Members of the press are encouraged to attend to get the chance to talk with the students, teachers and visitors about the project and first impressions. Both the Mountain Aglow Junior and the original Mountain Aglow exhibit are freely available for those in Montserrat to use. Please contact the MVO or DMCA if you would like to use them for a short event or even host them for an extended period. For those who would like further information or for interview requests please contact Kathleen Retourné on kathleenretournemvo@ gmail.com or call/WhatsApp 495 2029

Dr Karen Pascall talks all things volcanology

Ex chief minister talks about his role during the eruption

Herman Cupid Francis spoke about creativity following the eruption

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Monday, March 07, 2022

EDITORIAL

MONTSERRAT: BEWARE! INCOME TAX FRAUD IS A CRIME

Montserratians Beware!! When a resident Montserratian wilfully reports false income and or expenses on his Individual Income Tax Return, he is committing a fraud. He is committing a crime and could be imprisoned for two years. The A Express started the year 2022 by begging for tax education; and this editorial will further attempt to arouse Montserratians to the importance of income tax education. The caption above is a bit loud; but very significant at this period in Montserrat’s state of affairs. The A Express believes that it is the responsibility of the government to ensure that Montserratians are educated in the nation’s income tax laws. Because it is the Government that will prosecute them in the courts of law; and the same government will proclaim that ignorance of the laws is no excuse for the crime of fraud, especially. The A Express will not consider itself to be an expert in tax matters; and we will be the first to admit that what we write is available to us from the internet. But as Income Tax is the essence of Nationhood, and recognizing the shoddiness of our tax awareness, last year the Editorial Board considered income tax education an area on which to focus in the year 2022. Thus we started the year with the cry for TAX EDUCATION. The key word in the determination of income tax fraud is income… income… and income! The key words for income tax

fraud are wilfully, not disclosing accurate and truthful information on the tax return. So what is income for a resident of Montserrat? The Income Tax Act (The Act) of Montserrat states that income is gains or profits (money) from any employment, any trade, profession or vocation. The Act further implies that income means all the money you get in the period of declaration, whether it is gotten from Montserrat or elsewhere and that the income must be truthfully declared on the income tax return. The Act tells which Montserrat resident will be assessed for income tax and how the tax will be computed. The Act further tells about the penalties for incorrect income tax returns, and for false statements and returns; it ensures that there is awareness of the power of the Attorney General to conduct proceedings against criminals who are involved in tax fraud. In essence the Laws of Montserrat states that certain residents must declare truthfully their income for tax purposes, and that failure to report income truthfully can result in imprisonment. The Laws of the land are just and fair; like the sunshine, it shines on every roof top. And in this ‘Internet of Things’ world, no one can hide his income (money) from a skillful income tax examiner; no one, no one can hide his worldwide banking transactions from the TAXMAN. And that tax man is linked ultimately to the Attorney General’s Chambers. So be truthful and wise when dealing with the tax laws of Montserrat; income Printed and Published by tax fraud… crime Alliouagana Express Printing & Publishing leads to jail. P.O. Box L11 Montserrat Davy Hill, MSR1110 a l w ays had a Montserrat comprehensive Tel: 664-496-0810 Email the newsroom: allixpnews@gmail.com Income Tax Act. It Email Printing: alliexprinting@gmail.com was always modern, Visit us on Facebook: Alliouagana Express simple and always up (includes links to our website and Twitter page) to date with world

best practices in tax laws. But in 1990 or thereabouts Montserrat’s politicians began to tinker without understanding; and from then we began to lose sight of the purpose of taxation. So much so, that budding political leaders have begun to confuse the residents about tax matters. The A Express feels very justified in suggesting comprehensive tax education for Montserrat. The A Express shall illustrate a very simple test to identify income tax fraud. Again in the internet of things world, every resident of Montserrat banking records are available for scrutiny by the comptroller of Inland Revenue, through the resources of the Attorney generals Office. The illustration: A resident retired Montserrat politician must truthfully declare all his income to the Inland revenue Department on an Individual Income Tax Return for the period stated on the return. And that income must total all gains or profit derived from Montserrat or elsewhere in respect of pensions, employment, trade, profession or vocation. That retired politician must be aware that transactions into and out of his bank accounts anywhere in the world are available for perfect scrutiny; he must also be aware that these transactions must and will be reconciled with the income he declared on the tax return. Furthermore, he must be aware that any wilful false information will subject him and or his Income Tax Return Preparer to imprisonment. A word to the wise is sufficient! Educate the nation in Income Tax matters, now! Because, sooner rather than later, there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth by, with, and from many Montserratians. Beware, Income tax fraud is a Crime…. So says the A Express.

That’s all. Thaaatt’ssaallllfff fooorrnnnooowww!!!!!

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Monday, March 07, 2022

Pyramids in Paris

S o m e t h i n g v e r y s t ra n g e happened last month. A naughty, young giant moved all the world’s famous landmarks. People around the world were very confused. He put the Pyramids in Paris. ‘And on your left the … Pyramids?’ He moved the Leaning Tower of Pisa to London. ‘Here we can see the famous … leaning tower of … London?’

He swapped the Sydney Opera House with Stonehenge. ‘Hey, where are the stones, man?’ When his mum saw the newspaper she was very angry. ‘Kevin! Go and put them back in the right place, you naughty boy.’ ‘Yes, Mum.’ So don’t worry. If you go to

London, Cairo, Pisa or Paris today, you’ll see all the landmarks in their correct place.

True or False! Read the story. Circle true or false for these sentences. a. A giant moved all the world’s famous landmarks. true false b. People around the world were very confused. true false c. He put the Pyramids in London. true false d. He moved the Leaning Tower of Pisa to Paris. true false e. He swapped the Sydney Opera House with Stonehenge. true false f. His mum was very happy. true false g. He put all the landmarks back in the right place. true false Find the words! Find the words in the wordsearch below. Write and draw! What landmark would you like the giant to move to your town? Why? Write about it and draw a picture!

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Monday, March 07, 2022

Double Moves by MNI Speakers!!!

International Speech Contest the District Level Evaluation Contest. These are just two of the five traditional Toastmasters contests, with the other three being: Humorous, Tall Tales and Table Topics Contests. Winners of Club Level contests advance to progressive Area, Division and District levels. For the Speech Contest, only, the District level winner advances to the Regional Quarter Final, Semi-final and ultimately the World Championship of Public Speaking. Toastmasters, Daphne Furlonge, K. Vanessa White, Susan Hodge and Zelma White competed in the MNI Speakers’ inaugural Club Level International Speech Contest. TM Daphne’s winning speech, Think, Believe, Start, referenced the mental barrier initially broken by Track and Field Runner, Roger Bannister, in 1964. Twentyfive-year-old, medical student, Bannister broke the ‘1 –mile in 4-minutes record’ – a feat that was swiftly emulated by 336 other persons in the ten years after. TM Daphne shared how she applied that ‘power of the mind’ in her personal triumph against Stage 4 cervical cancer in 2014; she had received a prognosis that her chances of survival were slim to nil! She lay strong, first hand claim in terms

of experience and affirmation of the ideologies that Earl Nightingale (‘our minds contain riches beyond our wildest dreams, …will return anything you plant in it.’), Buddha (‘thought dictates everything’), James Allen (‘mind is the master power that moulds and makes…environment is but his looking glass’) and Napoleon Hill (‘thoughts are things and powerful things at that’) strongly promoted, highlighting the deeper meanings of the ‘power of the mind’. As We Forgive, captured the second place as TM K. Vanessa White shared how she conquered toxic feelings of anger, resentment and disgust, generated from quite an ‘inadvertent love triangle’. She outlined how she found it possible and lightening to her mind and spirit to forgive. As a result of her personal triumph, she was able to encourage the virtual audience not to ‘marinate in hate’ or allow negative emotions to become one’s ‘constant companion’. Instead, she urged persons to gain the wholesome benefits of forgiveness…although the virtue is ‘not easy’…but ‘heroic’ if attained. She reminded that, ‘To err is human; to forgive, divine.’ TM Susan Hodge, based in Anguilla, secured third place

with a speech entitled, The Hike, based on her decision to step way out of her comfort zone to the ‘mystical’ better place. The feeling was ushered in due to a series of losses, including deaths of persons close to her, from 2017- 2021. This occurred alongside a need to pay closer attention to her personal health. With initial reluctance, she embarked upon a hiking adventure with her gym class, pledged not to repeat the activity due to the misadventures of the first hike, but was out pursuing a similar challenge 4 weeks after… Susan coached the audience to yield to Maya Angelou’s, “…if you’re always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be...” TM Zelma White also presented a speech entitled Mumble and Crumble or Hope and Cope. The concepts of death and grief were the subject of her delivery. She spoke of her personal experience with death, her main tool for coping with grief, and provided highly recommended tips for coping with grief. She expressed her faith in God’s promises, drawn from scriptures such as, Psalm 46 Verse 1: God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble’ and Matthew 5 Verse 4: Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted’. TM

Zelma encouraged grieving persons to sing Bible based songs and pray. Reflections and writing poems, journalling about progress through grief, exercising and personal bodily attention were her top tips for coping. She suggested joining a group and seeking professional bereavement therapy as additional aids. Drawing on her own testimony of strong hope, which helped her to cope during grief, Zelma shared how she participated in this International Speech Contest, just 5 days after laying her beloved mom to rest. Her delivery closed with an open invitation to grieving persons, to reach out to her for other supporting tips. The Evaluation Contest was won by TM Romilly Murrain. Second and third place were awarded to TM Daphne Furlonge and TM Denise Silcott respectively. The evaluations were undertaken on a test speech entitled, Not Smart, Not Strong, Just a Finisher presented by TM Paulesa Kathleo from South Africa. The speech centred around ‘J’ – a mining engineer who took 13 years to complete a 4-year course and suffered 2 ‘academic exclusions’ due to dismal failing, but eventually a ch i eved h i s d egree i n

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Double Moves by MNI Speakers!!!

From page 8 Engineering with 58%. Paulesa described J’s ‘fairy-tale ending’ as the fact that ‘he finished’. She firmly pointed out that ‘those who win in life are not the smartest, but those who ‘finish’. The three evaluators commended TM Paulesa on factors such as the captivating topic of her presentation, good use of vocal variety and eye contact, her use of a realistic storyline, facial expressions and gestures; the informational, humorous and motivational aspects of the delivery were acknowledged. In keeping with good Toastmaster delivery standards, the evaluators recommended that attention be paid to camera positioning, lighting, length of speech title, and enunciation. TMs Florence Griffith Joseph and Pyrcy Morson

(based in the UK) co-chaired the competition. The Chief Judge was Distinguished Toast Master Corren Thomas from Jamaica. On 26 th February, as winners of the Club Level contests, TM Daphne and TM Romilly advanced to the Area Level District 25 International Speech and Evaluation Contests, where they both secured third places, respectively. MNI Speakers competed against three Antigua based clubs: American University of Antigua, Antigua and Waladli Toastmasters Clubs. Distinguished Toastmaster Mark Young of the Antigua Toastmasters and Black Pineapple Toastmasters Club emerged the winner of both contests. He will proceed to the Division Level Contests in

The Department of Environment joins in the global celebration of World Wildlife Day (WWD)! WWD is obser ved annually on March 3rd to celebrate the many beautiful and varied forms of wild fauna and flora and to raise awareness

of the multitude of benefits t h a t t h e i r c o n s e r va t i o n provides to people. T h i s ye a r t h e d ay i s celebrated under the theme "Recovering key species for ecosystem restoration", as a way to draw attention to the conservation status of

both categories. Mark Young is a regular visitor to the MNI Speakers meetings and has shared expertise with members of the local Club. At its charter date, 29 January, 2020, the MNI Speaker’s Club membership stood at 22 persons. It includes members from Anguilla, Canada and UK. The Club’s current Executive comprises President (Ms. Daphne Furlonge ACB CL), Vice President (Mrs. K. Vanessa White), Vice President Public Relations (Mrs. Florence Griffith Joseph), Secretary (Mrs. Zelma White), Treasurer (Ms. Romilly Murrain) and Sergeant at Arms (Ms. Denise Silcott). The team consistently works assiduously in supporting the members in pursuing and achieving the goals of their chosen Pathways. Specific Pathways are selected

by members with a view to improving chosen aspects of their communication. MNI Speakers Club meets virtually every two weeks (Wednesday 6pm: Zoom ID: 503 735 2948 Passcode: MNI1664). They remain keen in their commitment and drive which served as the founding reasons for their existence: their efforts are in pursuit of Toastmasters International’s 4 core values: Integrity, Respect, Service and Excellence. President TM Daphne expressed the Club’s desire to quench the leadership capacity ‘drought’… there are hopes to realise the objectives of seeing an emergence of more eloquent speakers with greater self-confidence. Three Cheers, on your 2 year accomplishments, MNI Speakers!!!

Wo r l d Wi l d l i f e D a y O b s e r v e d i n M o n t s e r r a t some of the most critically endangered species of wild fauna and flora, and to drive discussions towards imagining and implementing solutions to conserve them. In obser vance of the day, the DOE hosted the

B ra d e s P r i m a r y S c h o o l , grade 2 class. The students and teachers were exposed to the various fauna and flora that have made the recently reestablished wetland areas at Old Roads Bay home.

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Monday, March 07, 2022

What's On Your Mind Cancellation Controversy Friday March 4 th, Davy Hill—Is Montserrat’s most p o p u l a r ra d i o p ro g ra m ‘ What ’s on your mind’, cancelled? Despite no formal confirmation, public discourse seem to suggest this, following a radio announcement from the show’s host on Tuesday that the show will not be aired. H o s t o f t h e s h o w, veteran radio broadcaster Bas i l C hambers, ca ught most by surprise, with an announcement just before the show’s scheduled start where he stated, “What’s on your mind will not be on the air today and the next few weeks. ZJB has been notified that the program needs to be reorganised. Management is asking for your patience through this process, and we apologise for any inconvenience.” Aired every Thursday and Friday, the program was a medium for public discourse where persons shared concerns about issue in the country that is affecting them and offer support and recommendations for a wide range of issues. Despite there is no official confirmation that the program is cancelled, Leader of the Opposition Hon. Paul Lewis

hinted those instructions were handed to senior Public Officers to put an end to the program. He commented, “If you are going to restructure anything you don’t need to withdraw it or remove it and deny the people the right to express whatever their views are. You are denying the community from saying whatever their views are and whatever hardship they are facing. Remember we are in our 70th year of Parliamentary democracy, the cornerstone of democracy; of freedom of expression and freedom of speech.” He believes that “To have a decision like this and pulling a program…is a slap in the constitution that give us those same rights. And a slap in the face of our most Excellent national hearos, William Bramble and R W Griffith, who among others have fought hard, sweat and tears to ensure that we get this right.” W h e n a s ke d a b o u t p rev i o u s d i s a g re e m e nt s between the popular program and the PDM administration, he said, “We only had feelings and may have made comments. Comments are ok, but when

Protestors in front of ZJB Radio Station

you take the step and actually make the decision that is a big difference.” He continued, “PDM took a lot more licks than this present Government and they never shut it down. This is not the proper way for a government to deal with its people and its community.

“As politician we don’t always like what we hear especially when they touch on us, but the program is there for the greater good. We should not deny the people, we should listen keenly and see where we can make improvements,” Lewis concluded.

will be announced shortly. The Ministry of Finance expressed thanks to the applicants for their continued patience and has stated that it “will continue to meet the mandate of this scheme as we work together for the future development of the country”.

The business community is advised that the EDS p ro g ra m m e i s o n - g o i n g and will continue to accept applications. Under this programme, local businesses stand to benefit from grant funding of up to EC$20,000.00 and 3.5% interest loans up to EC$40,000.00.

12 Businesses Awarded Under the EDS Programme—More To Be Awarded

Tu e s d ay 1 s t M a r c h , Brades—EC$210,000 is under disbursement among twelve (12) businesses on island in the first tranche of awards under the Enterprise Development Scheme (EDS). The Ministry of Finance & Economic Management made the announcement

t h a t t h e y h av e s t a r t e d the process of issuing the payments. These businesses represent a cross section of the local economy, to include ICT, Hospitality, Agriculture, Health & Wellness and local Craft and Souvenirs’. A second tranche is in the final stage of preparation and

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earthquakes and one rockfall this week. SO2 flux measurements were taken by boat on 28 February and by helicopter on 03 March. The average flux values were 413 tonnes per day on the 28 February from ten traverses and 804 tonnes per day on 03 March from ten traverses. Due to the large size of the lava dome, pyroclastic flows can occur at any time without warning on any side of the volcano, including Gages from where they can travel rapidly

into Plymouth. Tracks across the Belham Valley can be destroyed or heavily modified by flash flooding or lahars, and caution should be exercised crossing the valley during and after rainfall. The Hazard Level is 1. There is no public access to Zone V, including Plymouth. Maritime Zones E and W are daytime transit only between sunrise and sunset (boats may sail through the zone but must not stop). Anyone who ignores these restrictions is liable to be prosecuted.

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Arts & Entertainment Reggae singer Denroy Morgan has died

Veteran Rastafarian reggae singer, Denroy Morgan, has died. His son, Mojo, confirmed to The Gleaner that the music industry giant passed away on Thursday. He was 76. "Daddy passed last night surrounded by his wife, children, grand-children and great-grand-children," a grieving Mojo told The Gleaner. A statement released by the Morgan family this morning noted: "It is out of our sincere love that we share

that our beloved father and patriarch, The Honourable Ras Denroy Morgan, has ascended. Daddy has been our light, our source of love and joy all our lives. Our family thank you in advance for your overwhelming love and support, and we ask for your continued prayers as we go through this process. We also ask that you respect our privacy during this time of healing." Morgan is survived by his

widow Hyacinth Morgan, his 30 children, 104 grandchildren a n d 1 5 g re atgrandchildren. The father of Grammy awardwinning sibling g ro u p M o rga n Heritage, as well as LMS, Denroy Morgan released his Billboard charttopping hit I'll Do Anything For You

and album of the same name in 1981. He signed a deal with RCA in 1984, and his bio states that Denroy Morgan was the first Jamaican recording artiste to be signed to a major record label. Born in May Pen, Clarendon, Morgan migrated to the United States in 1965 at the age of 19. He was part of the formation of the Black Eagles, a New York City reggae band in the 1970s, before launching a prosperous solo career in the 1980s onwards. Morgan subsequently raised a large family and made the parish of St Thomas his home

in Jamaica. Last year, Morgan released his first book, From the Cross to the Throne, a novel that explores Rastafari, the religion, and Rasta 'livity'. He established his own Abrahamic Covenant Family Ministry, which goes live on Facebook every Saturday from his Hilltop Tabernacle in Port Morant, St Thomas. An advocate for the legalisation of marijuana, Morgan spoke freely of his joy when it became legal in Jamaica and around the world. In 2017, Denroy Morgan received the Key to the City of Brooklyn, New York.

Kim Kardashian Declared Legally Single, Other Issues Remain

LOS ANGE LES - Kim Kardashian became a single woman on Wednesday, nearly eight years after her marriage to Ye. Kardashian appeared via videoconference and was put under oath in a Los Angeles courtroom. Judge Steve Cochran asked her a series of questions, including “is it your desire to become a single person?” Kardashian answered “yes” to all. “It is granted,” Cochran said. The judge’s move, known

Kanye West, did not attend or take part in the hearing remotely. He had objected to the move, but Cochran overruled it. T h e j u d ge

as bifurcation, allows a person amid a complicated divorce to become legally single while issues of child custody and property are worked out. Ye, formerly known as

also finalized dropping West from Kardashian’s name. Kardashian, 41, filed for divorce a year ago. Two months later, Ye, 44, filed his response, which agreed on

all the major points, including child custody. There were no property fights because a prenuptial agreement was in place. Neither discussed the split publicly, until recently, when Ye started lashing out on social media against Kardashian, her family, and boyfriend Pete Davidson. Among his complaints were that he is not being allowed to make major parenting decisions and has been excluded from birthday parties and other events for their four children.

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Monday, March 07, 2022

National Minimum Wage Town Halls to Commence On March 2

Brades— A series of public consultations are ongoing to solicit public views and engage in discussion on the establishment of a National Minimum Wage in Montserrat The Department of Labour in the Ministry of Communication, Works, L a b o u r, a n d E n e r g y (MCWLE) hosted the first in a series of public discussions last Wednesday Mar 2nd in the furtherance of minimum wage regulation. According to a Government press release, the Ministry recognises the importance of public consultation and is taking the opportunity to gather

views, evidence and data from all interested parties, prior to the Introduction of Minimum Wage Legislation in Montserrat. Interested parties are therefore invited to submit their views on the National Minimum Wage until 4pm on Thursday March 31, 2022. The Town Hall sessions will provide an opportunity for stakeholders to meet face to face to discuss the establishment of a National Minimum Wage. The Town Halls will take place at the following locations during the consultation period (the consultation ends on Thursday March 31, 2022): At present, Montserrat

does not have a National Minimum Wage, so there is no legislation in place to protect workers against unduly low pay. Labour Commissioner, Mr. Rudolph Christopher, said,“There are many people here in Montserrat who work for very low wages, in fact as low as $5.00 per hour. They work almost every day and have very little time off. In addition, the cost of basic food continues to rise with every shipment that is imported.” Mr. Christopher further noted that a minimum Wage will allow such persons to live a better life. “In the end it will be the

difference between affording electricity or not, it is the difference between sending a child to school with breakfast or not, and in the end it is the difference between living a decent life or not. That is why we have been working with the International Labour Organisation (ILO), who has worked with over 50 countries around the world and of course taking into account our own unique circumstances into consideration, have used the tripeptide principle in the recommendation of a Minimum Wage for Montserrat,” explained the Labour Commissioner.

Brades—Women agroproducers on Montserrat are being call to participate in a special Market Day event in observance of International Women’s Day on Tuesday March 8, 2022. The Social Services Department issued the

p u b l i c i nv i ta t i o n to a l l wo m e n i nvo l ve d i n t h e production of agricultural goods, condiments and sweet preserves such as jams and jellies, and other produce. Registration to participate in the event close on Thursday March 3, 2022.

A booth will be made available at the grounds of the Brades Arts and Education Centre next to the Brades Pentecostal Church for all participants to display and sell their products. Director of Social Ser vices, Mrs. Teresena

Fergus said this year’s theme ‘Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow’ calls on us to recognise women in various sectors, especially previously male-dominated sectors, who are able to work and sustain themselves and their families.

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COVID-19 Outbreak Over. Ministry of Health Remains Vigilant

Brades, The Ministry of Health and Social Services has declared that the most recent outbreak of COVID-19 is over. The outbreak began on 31, December 2021 and peaked with 67 confirmed infections, the last of which occurred on 28, January 2022. Today marks 31 days since the last locally transmitted infection. Ministry of health officials explained that today marks a milestone where after actively testing for the past

31 days and allowing for two full incubation periods of the virus to expire; the ministry can confidently say there are no locally transmitted active cases of COVID 19. Officials also expressed gratitude to residents, indicating that this milestone could not have been achieved without commitment to following the public health protocols; including reporting symptoms and coming forward for testing. While this achievement

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has increased and imported cases of the virus continue to occur as evidenced by the case reported by the Ministry on 26 February 2022.

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Monday, March 07, 2022

Reaction to the death of cricket great Shane Warne

Australia's Shane Warne celebrates after he caught and bowled England's Andrew Flintoff for 8 runs during the final day of the fifth npower Test match at the Brit Oval, London on Sept. 12, 2005. (Rui Vieira/PA via AP).

Reaction to the death of cricket great Shane Warne at 52, hours after fellow Australian Rod Marsh at 74. "We all grew up watching Warnie, idolizing him, we all had posters on his wall, had his ear-rings. What we loved so much about Warnie was his showmanship, his charisma, his tactics, the way he willed himself and the team around him to win games for Australia, and above all else his incredible skills as a legspinner. There's so many guys in this team and squad who still hold him as a hero, their all-time favourite player. The game was never the same after Warnie emerged and the game will never be the same after his passing. Rest in peace, King.” — Australia captain Pat Cummins. “Unbelievable. I am shocked to the core. This can’t be true... Rest In Peace, @ShaneWarne. There are no words to describe what I feel right now. A huge loss for cricket.” — West Indies great Viv Richards. “Shocked, stunned & miserable… Will miss you Warnie. There was never a dull moment with you around, on or off the field. Will always treasure our on field duels & off field banter. You always had a special place for India & Indians had a special place for you. Gone too young!” — India great Sachin Tendulkar.

“I’m Shocked and Shattered. Simply can't believe I'm hearing this. Very very sad day for our cricket community. The biggest superstar of my generation gone. Goodbye Legend.” — Pakistan great Waqar Younis. “Cannot believe it. One of the greatest spinners, the man who made spin cool, superstar Shane Warne is no more. Life is very fragile, but this is very difficult to fathom. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and fans all around the world.” — India great Virender Sehwag. “Very sad to learn of the passing of the great Australian cricketer Shane Warne, the greatest leg spinner I have ever seen. Condolences to his family and of course all of Australia cricket fans.” — West Indies great Curtly Ambrose on Twitter. “ I a m s h o c ke d a n d extremely sad to hear about the sudden death of my friend Warnie… he has always been in touch and always helpful.. apart from an iconic bowler he was a great entertainer… my condolences to the family and friends .. rest in peace my friend.” — Pakistan great Wasim Akram. “It’s a sad day for world cricket. First the news of Rodney Marsh & now Shane Warne. Heartbreaking! I have fond memories of playing with

Warne. He was the king of spin & a legend of the game who’s gone way before his time.” — India great Yuvraj Singh on Twitter. “Two legends of our game have left us too soon. I’m lost for words, and this is extremely sad. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Marsh and Warne family. I just can not believe it. #rip, you will both be missed.” — Australia opener David Warner on Twitter. “One of the greatest entertainers and match-winners our game has ever seen.” — International Cricket Council on Twitter. “One of the greatest of alltime. A legend. A genius. You changed Cricket.” — England and Wales Cricket Board on Twitter. “The PCB is shocked and devasted to hear the news of Shane Warne's passing. Shane will be sorely missed and cricket will be poorer without him.” — Pakistan Cricket Board on

Twitter. “ The global cricketing community is poorer today with the passing away of Australian great Shane Warne. The BCCI mourns the loss of the champion cricketer who enriched the game with his craft.” — Board of Control for Cricket in India on Twitter. “A true competitor and an icon.” — Cricket South Africa on Twitter. “Australian Legend. @ rajasthanroyals Legend. Was an honour to know you and work with you. This man is a LEGEND.” — England allrounder Ben Stokes. “What a dreadful day for cricket. Rod Marsh, a great man, who recalled Derek Randall in the Centenary Test at the MCG and was horrified by Trevor Chappell's underarm ball. And then Shane Warne, the greatest bowler ever who taught me to drink Jaegar Bombs! RIP Rod & Shane.” Former commentator Henry Blofeld on Twitter.

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with one ball remaining. Devine was still padded up as she watched her hard work to keep New Zealand in the match unravel. “I think full credit has to go to the West Indies,” Devine said. “I think the way Haley Matthews batted was brilliant. “They set the game up well but I thought we were right in it to the last over and you don’t get much more clutch than a bowler coming in to bowl the 50th over and do what Dottin did.” Matthews usually is at home in No. 5 in the West Indies’ order where her hardhitting has brought her two previous centuries in One-Day Internationals outside World

Cups. She was promoted at late notice when regular opener Rashada Williams was sidelined with concussion. With Dottin on Friday, Matthews led an early assault on the New Zealand bowlers which rocked the confidence of the home team and started West Indies’ innings at a racing pace. West Indies’ first nine scoring shots were boundaries. Matthews followed up her century with 2-41 from 10 overs in the New Zealand innings. “Obviously a team like New Zealand playing at home, for us to come out there playing against the crowd and show that fight that we just showed is really, really memorable,” Matthews said.

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West Indies Women shock New Zealand in thrilling World Cup opener Hayley Matthews made 119 runs in 128 balls to anchor the West Indies’ innings.

MOUNT MAUNGANUI, New Zealand (AP) — Parttime bowler Deandra Dottin delivered a fearless final over in which three wickets fell to give West Indies a three-run win over host New Zealand on Friday in the opening match of the Women’s Cricket World Cup. New Zealand came to the last over on 254 for seven, chasing West Indies’ 259 for nine and appearing poised to pull off the highest winning run chase in the history of the women’s world tournament, but was dismissed for 256 with a ball left. Dottin, an opening batter, hadn’t bowled in the match until that point. In fact she

hadn’t bowled in the West Indies’ last nine One-Day Internationals (ODIs) or taken a wicket for the last three years. But she stepped up to take two for two in the last over. Hayley Matthews, sent into an unfamiliar role as Dottin’s opening partner and battling a hamstring strain, made 119 runs in 128 balls as she anchored the West Indies’ innings after New Zealand won the toss and chose to field. In reply, New Zealand captain Sophie Devine made 108 in 127 — her sixth ODI century and second in a World Cup match — to allow New Zealand to take the match deep, though they always lagged behind the West Indies’

run rate. Devine was out, like Matthews, in the 45th over; New Zealand were 215 for seven and still 45 runs from victory. Katey Martin made 44 and Jess Kerr 25 in a 40-run stand for the eighth wicket which tipped the match back in New Zealand’s favour. Martin hit fours from the last two balls of the 49th over to send New Zealand into the last over needing six runs from six balls in what seemed an equation favourable to the home side. With the West Indies a bowler short after an injury to Shamilia Connell, Dottin stepped up to take the ball. A single came from the

first ball but Martin fell lbw to the next delivery, leaving New Zealand needing five from four balls with two wickets in had. Hannah Rowe came to the crease and snatched a quick single leaving New Zealand needing four runs from three balls. Kerr fell to the next ball, caught by Chinelle Henry, to leave New Zealand four runs from victory with two balls left and the last batter, 17-year-old Fran Jonas, at the crease. With the pressure on, Rowe and Jonas attempted to single from a ball which beat the bat and went directly to the keeper and Jonas was run out Continue on pg 15