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Geothermal and hydropower supplied more than two-thirds of the island’s electricity in June, as the Government advances energy and infrastructure projects.

The resumed route adds a fifth scheduled international flight service to Tobago, while tourism officials emphasise visitor demand, community engagement and local economic benefits.

The government is seeking private-sector partners to develop cruise facilities, a cargo port and a ferry terminal, with stakeholder consultations planned by November 18.

The Prime Minister highlighted the assistance provided to families seeking medical treatment and the purchase of five ambulances as part of wider efforts to strengthen healthcare services.

The revised system will exempt the first EC$30,000 of annual personal income from taxation, while other cost-of-living measures include duty waivers and an increase in the minimum wage.

Prime Minister Terrance Drew has also asked the Ministry of Finance to examine barriers preventing STEP participants from qualifying for mortgages because of their employment arrangements.

In his National Day address, Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit highlighted the contributions of communities across the island and called for continued unity, patience and participation in national development.

Prime Minister Dickon Mitchel retained its tenure in Grenada after winning general elections on November 5, 2026.

The measures include VAT reductions, salary increases, electricity subsidies and lower fuel-related charges aimed at easing financial pressures on households and keeping energy costs affordable.

The government is also targeting an Open Skies Agreement with the United States by the end of 2026 as Dominica seeks to improve international air access.

Project Manager Victor Costa briefed Ramsey on the development, including the cable car facilities and plans to improve access to the Boiling Lake area.

The Barbados Nurses Association has appealed for additional emergency and critical-care nursing support as the hospital manages increased demand in its Accident and Emergency Department.

Their meeting covered climate change, trade, reparations and Antigua and Barbuda’s role as host of the 2026 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit says Dominica’s 48th Independence Anniversary is an opportunity to honour past generations, celebrate national achievements and strengthen unity.

Mehul Choksi and his legal team attempted to manipulate the narrative through substantial bribes, Indian journalist Deepak Sharma alleged in an exclusive interview with Associates Times.

The assistance package includes luxury passenger vans, police motorcycles and specialist training for officers to support transport and security arrangements during the Commonwealth summit.

A single - engine aircraft is being reported missing after the flight took off on Sunday, November 1 and lost contact shortly after.

The King and Queen joined an interfaith service, attended Antigua and Barbuda’s Independence Day parade and took part in cricket-related engagements during the opening days of the Commonwealth summit.

Prime Minister Gaston Browne has proposed a gradual end to the CIP, conditional on an extended transition period and financial and technical assistance from the European Union.

President Sylvanie Burton and Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit joined senior officials at the Roseau gathering, where students presented a march-past and cultural performances celebrating Dominican heritage.