Montserrat Sustainable Planning: The Government of Montserrat is collecting input from residents and the global diaspora to draft a new Sustainable Development Strategy and National Development Plan, mapping a 25-year recovery path (2026–2050) after the 1995–2010 volcanic eruptions, with consultations on-island and remotely. Health Systems & Prevention: Montserrat rolled out a standardised diabetic foot risk assessment across community clinics and Glendon Hospital after a review found 15 diabetes-related amputations over five years; the new traffic-light tool guides monitoring, treatment and escalation. Local Health Research: Montserrat’s Ministry of Health and Social Services’ Annual Research Day highlighted ongoing pressure from hypertension, diabetes, depression and psychotic disorders, plus a pilot self-management programme for people managing both hypertension and type 2 diabetes. Mental Health Demand: A six-year review presented at the same Research Day found depressive and psychotic disorders remain leading diagnoses, with rising new presentations and more diagnoses among children and adolescents aged 10–19. Regional Water Stress: CARICOM coverage notes Antigua and Barbuda among countries below the UN water-stress threshold, while Barbados and St Kitts & Nevis sit in higher-stress categories. Aviation & STEM Business Links: Hampshire Air Festival planning is drawing aviation-industry sponsors and business networking, with Babcock named key sponsor for the Sept 12–13 event. Church Audio Upgrade: L-Acoustics gear is credited with helping Monte de Dios, the Caribbean’s largest church, deliver consistent speech and full-range music across its new Santo Domingo campus.