Stuart Young, the Member of Parliament for Port of Spain North\/St Ann\u2019s West, has raised alarms over unexpected construction activities at Queen\u2019s Park Savannah. On August 9, Young expressed his concerns about a significant structure appearing opposite President\u2019s House, accompanied by piles of aggregate and a steam roller.<\/p>\n
Young is questioning the nature of the construction, the responsible party, and the potential implications for the Savannah\u2019s cherished green spaces. He speculated that the activity might be in preparation for Trinidad and Tobago\u2019s Independence Day celebrations, scheduled for August 31, but noted the absence of official confirmation linking the works to these events.<\/p>\n
The Government has confirmed that Independence Day celebrations will include events at the Savannah, with Minister Wayne Sturge mentioning allocated funding. However, there has been no official statement verifying whether the specific construction activities, aggregates, or roadwork equipment mentioned by Young are part of these plans.<\/p>\n
Young\u2019s primary concern revolves around the preservation of the Savannah\u2019s natural environment. He is seeking urgent clarification from the Kamla Persad-Bissessar administration regarding the purpose of the construction, potential paving plans, and the identity of the responsible entity.<\/p>\n
As of the afternoon of August 9, no official explanation had been provided to address Young\u2019s queries. He continues to advocate for transparency and protection of the Savannah, underscoring the importance of maintaining its integrity against potentially damaging developments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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