We want to make straw markets the centre of tourism product: Alfred Sears
After 20 months of being closed, the Nassau Straw Market is officially reopened. Minister of Works & Utilities Alfred Sears, QC said he’s elated more than 350 straw vendors are back to work.
Wednesday, 24th November 2021


"You will see that work is now underway. In other words, tourists couldn't wait for all of the repairs to be completed because you also see tourist are currently in the market making purchases. This is the measure of the mandate that we have received," Minister stated.
Besides, this is an excellent measure to attract more tourists on the board for the nation's unique products that can attract a huge number of visitors. On the other hand, a fresh board of directors has been appointed at Bahamas Power and Light. Works Minister Alfred Sears, QC, confirmed the new appointments at a press conference yesterday. [caption id="attachment_39083" align="alignnone" width="1040"]
The following appointments have been made: Chairman: Exuma Chamber of Commerce President Pedro Rolle, Deputy Chairman: Danny Ferguson, Members: Errol Davis, Anthony Farrington, Reneika Knowles, Dirk Simons, Cheryl Simms, and Nadia Storr.
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