legislation to protect the security of personal data has not as yet arisen. Article 18 28. There is freedom of thought, conscience and religion. Although religious instruction is given in schools, parents are allowed to withdraw their children from religious instruction and religious observances and such children will not be under any disadvantage (sect. 27, Education Ordinance, chap. 132). Religious organizations are freely incorporated. there is provision under the Marriage Ordinance for registration of places of public Christian worship (sect. 16, chap. 299). Religious organizations are given exemption from custom duties for the import of goods necessary for their purpose. CCPR/C/58/Add.6 page 133 Article 19 29. Everyone is entitled to the right to hold opinions without interference. There is freedom of expression. The newspaper of Montserrat has exercised this freedom without any fetter and to the extent that, in recent times, the Chief Justice has had occasion to pass strictures on the newspaper in respect of its articles. Article 20 30. The provisions in the law of Montserrat (statute and common law) are adequate to deal with anyone who incites to hostility or violence (the Public Order Act 1987 is adequate to deal with such cases). Article 21 31. At the meeting to discuss the United Kingdom's second report on its dependent territories, a question was asked about the discretionary powers of commissioners of police in the dependent territories in respect of conduct of public meetings (CCPR/C/SR.857, para. 64). The Public Order Act of 1987 provides for appeal to the Governor against refusal of the police to allow public meetings and processions. Article 22 32. There are trade unions in Montserrat and they are very active. Industrial legislation is frequently amended to give effect to the recommendations of IL0. Article 23 
**Analysis**
The text appears to focus on the rights and freedoms of individuals in Montserrat, specifically in relation to religion, expression, and association. The content does not seem to be related to economic development, natural resources, agriculture, forestry, fishing, industry, transport, communication, international trade, health, humanitarian aid, or science and technology.

**Category**
Education, Human Rights