Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit recently emphasized the government’s dedication to supporting Dominica’s fishing communities during the commissioning ceremony of rehabilitated fish landing sites in Dublanc and Bioche. The projects, valued at EC$155,078 and EC$151,009.70 respectively, were awarded to local contractors and included upgrades to locker rooms, storerooms, refrigeration facilities, and electrical and plumbing systems. Skerrit highlighted that these initiatives are not about providing handouts but about empowering fishers to sustain their livelihoods and support their families. He acknowledged the challenges faced by fishers, who often venture far out to sea, and stressed the government’s role in offering a helping hand to ensure their trade is treated as a viable business. Meanwhile, Minister of State Jullan Defoe detailed the new facilities, which feature ice machines, locker rooms, and office spaces designed to foster economic activities and community engagement. He described the sites as multifunctional public spaces akin to community centers. Agriculture Minister Roland Royer also announced ongoing and upcoming projects, including renovations at the Mahaut fish landing site and the construction of fish vending facilities in Newtown and Fond Cole. These efforts underscore the government’s commitment to strengthening the agriculture and fisheries sectors and enhancing national development.
PM Skerrit on recent fish landing projects: ‘It’s about ensuring that we empower people’
