Portsmouth MP says official opening participation shows ‘Erika’ did not kill Dominicans carnival spirit

Parliamentary Representative for the Portsmouth Constituency Ian Douglas says the large turnout at the official opening of Carnival sends a strong signal that Tropical Storm Erika did not kill Dominicans spirit.
Douglas represented Culture Minister Justina Charles at the official opening of Carnival on Saturday.

Parliamentary Representative for the Portsmouth Constituency Ian Douglas

Meantime, Tourism Minister Robert Tonge says the country’s heritage must be cherished, and all must ensure it is preserved.

Tourism Minister Robert Tonge
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Director of Tourism Colin Piper called on patrons to use this year’s Carnival to boost the island’s Tourism sector.

Director of Tourism Colin Piper

The theme for this year’s Carnival is “The Spirit of the Real Mas”