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GIU, Davy Hill Montserrat, (Friday, October 18, 2019) – Montserrat’s Premier, Honourable Donaldson Romeo has requested that the C24 and 4th Committees of the United Nations (UN), work in collaboration with the United Kingdom (UK) and the Government of Montserrat to establish a framework, a timeline and an action programme for the full decolonisation of Montserrat.
He made the request on Thursday October 10, during his presentation at the UN General Assembly 4th Committee in New York.
Premier Romeo at UN GA 4th Meeting
During his address, Premier Romeo highlighted the development challenges facing the people of Montserrat following the onset of the volcanic crisis in 1995. These challenges include loss of life, destruction of key infrastructure, businesses and homes, the mass migration of Montserratians and the ongoing struggle to retain key workers. In particular, he said “The GoM still struggles to retain essential workers, such as teachers, police and nurses. The youth have continued to leave in droves each year while even the adults, including the retired, move to greener pastures in the UK. Pensions, salaries, social welfare benefits are long and way behind the ever-increasing cost of living. The temporary housing stock, especially many built by the government itself dare not face even a Category 3 hurricane never mind a Category 5.” |
