UWP fueled protests likely to affect tourism in Dominica

The Caribbean island of Dominica is facing an unrestful situation after the clashes of police with protestors demanding electoral reforms. The elections of the island are scheduled to be held on December 6, the cases of political campaigning and protests have fastened.

The opposition, United Workers Party's political leader Lennox Linton had warned the Dominica Labour Party in his recent speeches that the former will choose the path of civil unrest.

The leadership of the United Workers have been seen fueling protests in the country to ruin the atmosphere of the 'Nature Isle'.

US Embassy situated in Bridgetown, Barbados has also issued a travel alert for its citizens planning their trip to Dominica, which is likely to affect tourism on the island for coming weeks.

Protestors turned violent and blocked many main roads, including the street reaching the house of President Charles Savarin in the capital city of Roseau. As per information, opposers tried to stop emergency vehicles like ambulances from reaching to hospitals. The riot force used tear gases to control the situation.

Doors of international brands hotels remained shut to save their guests from the ongoing protests. Authorities of Fort Young hotel confirmed that their guests faced problems due to tear gases. However, no one required medical services.

Prime Minister Dr Roosvelt Skerrit expressed his mind through a national broadcast and questioned the cause of intentions of protestors for destroying the economic well being of the country.

"No political party seeking to form a government in any country would show such irresponsible behaviour. I call for peace, calmness and regard for law and order. The protestors must abstain from actions that cause harm to individuals and shatters any property. Put our country first. Your love of country will guide you as to how to behave and vote," added Skerrit.

Prime Minister Skerrit is afraid of the consequences of the ongoing protests on the tourism industry on which the whole nation's economy relies on.