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Dealing with waste on the island

Scarborough, Tobago – March 28th, 2024 – During a recent plenary session of the Tobago House of Assembly (THA), Dr. Faith B. Yisrael, Secretary for the Division of Health, Wellness and Social Protection (DHWSP), put forward a crucial motion. This motion called for a collective effort by all divisions within the THA to address the island’s pressing waste management challenges.

Dr. B. Yisrael emphasized that this concerted approach is essential to keep Tobago clean, highlighting it as a responsibility that extends not only to the THA but also to all citizens. Her motion underscores the growing recognition of effective waste management as a shared priority for the island’s environmental health and public well-being.

The call for inter-divisional collaboration signals a comprehensive strategy to tackle waste issues, from collection and disposal to public education and sustainable practices. This initiative aims to foster greater accountability and participation in maintaining Tobago’s pristine environment for the benefit of all.


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