Hon Sean Astwood cleans up Five Cays again!

Providenciales, TCI, November 30, 2016 – The People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) Deputy Leader and candidate for Five Cays, Sean R. Astwood highlighted the dangers of littering and illegal dumping during another clean-up campaign in Five Cays. The campaign targeted the road from Bar’s gas station leading to Bugaloo’s restaurant and bar which gives tourists their first impression about the constituency when they arrive in Five Cays.

Astwood said littering and illegal dumping is not just a problem in Five Cays but throughout the country.  He also stated that it is important to equip community members with knowledge of waste management, recycling and re-use of products.  “It is also important to note that illegal dumping is a criminal offence which is a very serious health hazard. We encourage our people to refrain from littering because it can badly affect community health.” 

Astwood said it is very effective to give people awareness through demonstration. “That is why our PDM team embarked on a practical experience by going all out to clean up the area most travelled by those going in and out of Five Cays.” He said the problem of littering affects everyone and it is important to deal with it accordingly..

“People throughout the entire country must make sure that their thrash is secured in a proper receptacle. This means putting all thrash in trash cans and properly sealing your garbage containers.  Business owners should also educate their employees by placing anti-litter signs next to their businesses.  They must also encourage their employees to take pride in their workplace by keeping it litter-free.”

He said litter creates ugliness in public places, including streets, parks and impacts on real estate values.  “Litter can kill aquatic life and decrease oxygen levels when it decays in water. Most litter can be recycled, which not only protects the environment, but saves our natural resources.”

Astwood thanked PDM Party Leader Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, PDM At Large candidate Karen Malcolm, Bugaloo’s, public workers, volunteers and community members who took part in the clean-up campaign.