BHTA expresses alarm over rising gun violence, warns of impact on tourism

Tourism sector concerned over rising gun violence

On the heels of last night’s shooting, the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association says it is deeply disturbed and profoundly saddened by the continued acts of senseless gun violence being witnessed across the island. Chairman Javon Griffith says what is perhaps most alarming is that these violent episodes are now beginning to feel like regular weekend occurrences. He says this is a reality which should concern every Barbadian, every visitor, and…

BHTA issues warning on rising violence

The tourism industry has issued its starkest warning yet over the island’s worsening gun violence, following the deadly shooting in an area near Thunder Bay Beach Bar, St James on Sunday. Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) Chairman Javon Griffith strongly condemned the actions of those involved in the slayings of three men in St James, which brought the murder toll to 23. Griffith said: “Barbados cannot afford to normalise gun violenc…

BHTA expresses alarm over rising gun violence, warns of impact on tourism

The Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) has voiced deep concern over the recent spate of gun violence across the island, including the fatal