Disability Inclusion Push: PM Roosevelt Skerrit met the Dominica Association of Persons with Disabilities (DAPD) and is considering a dedicated government department/unit to advocate for disability rights and coordinate inclusion across ministries. Election Office Reminder: Chief Election Officer Anthea Joseph urged eligible voters to complete the voter confirmation process before the October 15, 2026 deadline, warning that non-confirmation means removal from the voters list. CBI Under EU Pressure: OECS leaders, meeting in Dominica, moved to craft a unified strategy after the EU demanded CBI/CIP phase-outs by 2028, with Dominica’s PM backing the programme while preparing for Brussels talks. Regional Border Security: CARICOM IMPACS and the U.S. DHS signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to strengthen biometric data-sharing and support background checks for citizenship processes. Tourism Economy Boost: Tourism Minister Denise Charles-Pemberton said Dominica welcomed over 10,500 visitors for the 25th World Creole Music Festival, a 48% jump, as this year’s festival launches. Disaster Response Training: A Last Mile Distribution training of trainers in Jamaica is equipping Dominica and other regional responders to deliver relief safely and fairly to disaster-hit households. Roseau North By-election: DLP candidate Ashma McDougall and UWP candidate Danny Lugay both signaled confidence ahead of the polls, with McDougall prioritizing revitalised community centres.