Family Protection Laws: Dominica’s National Security and Legal Affairs Minister Rayburn Blackmore says a package of five family laws passed in Parliament (April 25, 2023) strengthens safeguards for children, women, older persons and families, including faster protection orders, expanded police powers in domestic violence cases, and improved enforcement for child and spousal maintenance. Weather & Agriculture Readiness: The Agriculture Ministry urges farmers and fishers to secure tools, seedlings, livestock and greenhouse facilities ahead of a forecast weather system, with fishers told to avoid going to sea as strong winds and heavy rainfall are expected. Power Reliability: DOMLEC reports a second islandwide outage in a day, caused by total loss of power at a generating plant, with service restored by 7:25 AM and customers asked to monitor official updates. Credit Union Moves: NCCU is tightening loan management with upgraded collections tech, member support initiatives, and a new option to publish names of borrowers in default only after contact and failed repayment efforts. CBI Scrutiny & Tourism Integrity: New questions keep swirling around Secret Bay and Dominica’s CBI links, while a separate report highlights how the new Sperm Whale Reserve rules shape whale-tour permits and operator requirements. Regional Child Policy: OECS, with UNICEF support, unveiled a Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, aiming for practical action to protect and empower children across the Eastern Caribbean.