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Jamaica strengthens disaster response capacity with new governance framework

KINGSTON, Jamaica, Jun. 4, CMC – Jamaica has strengthened its disaster response and recovery capacity for the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishing GeoConnect, a multi agency data governance framework. GeoConnect provides a single, secure platform that enables ministries and agencies to share, cross reference, and verify damage assessment data […]

Nevis Launches “Spring Into Summer” Campaign to Showcase Culture, Luxury and Island Experiences

Charlestown, Nevis, June 4, 2026 – The Nevis Tourism Authority (NTA) has officially launched its new “Spring Into Summer” campaign, unveiling a range of seasonal hotel offers, curated travel experiences and cultural events designed to attract visitors to the island during the summer months. Premier Mark Brantley highlighted the initiative during his recent press conference, […]

Brantley Says Nevis Focusing on Sustainable Waste Management Rather Than New Landfill

Charlestown, Nevis, June 4, 2026 – Premier Mark Brantley says the Nevis Island Administration is prioritising long-term waste management solutions and recycling initiatives as part of a broader strategy to address increasing pressure on the island’s landfill. Speaking during his recent press conference, Brantley acknowledged that the existing waste disposal site has exceeded its intended […]

Great Britain: Avian Influenza  Prevention Zone Lifts As Risk Reduces 

The Avian Influenza Prevention Zones (AIPZs) in place across Great Britain will be lifted from noon 4 June 2026, the Chief Veterinary Officer has announced today. The measures were first introduced across the whole of England on 13 December 2024 to prevent the spread of Avian Influenza and have been vital in protecting flocks across the country from the virus which is circulating in wild birds. The latest risk assessment supported by the best epidemiological and […]