William Nurse Proposes Alternative Celebrations Following Independence Parade Cancellation
August 21, 2025 – On the Tobago Updates morning show, former Assistant Commissioner of Police William Nurse spoke about the recent cancellation of the 2025 Independence Parade. Nurse stressed the importance of first understanding the true meaning of Independence Day for Trinidad and Tobago, calling this a necessary foundation for any meaningful discussion on the issue.
He also noted that the communication surrounding the parade’s cancellation could have been handled more effectively, expressing concern over how the information was shared with the public.
In closing, Nurse advised against organizing traditional street parades, instead encouraging people to come together in public spaces to celebrate in alternative ways—whether through prayer or other community activities—to maintain the spirit of the occasion.
