AS THE OISTINS FISH FESTIVAL moves to a climax this Easter weekend, a conservationist is telling stakeholders there is much room for growth and expansion in the area.
“Underdeveloped” was the word used by president of the Barbados National Trust, Peter Stevens, to describe the community that has made fishing a cornerstone of its existence.
He said while Oistins had maintained its identity, unlike some other communities, work needed to be done to balance its main activity – fishing.
“This is not to say that nothing has been done here at Oistins; I’m not saying that at all. It’s just that it appears that it has stalled and that can mean a lot,” said Stevens. (WILLCOMM)
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