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Culture Minister Michelle Benjamin said government not stopping fetes but it is working with the National Carnival Commission and the Trinidad and Tobago Promoters’ Association to find alternative venues and create a more balanced, inclusive Carnival for 2026.
“We are not saying that we are stopping fetes. What we are doing is working to identify and promote more appropriate spaces that can enhance the experience while reducing any negative impact that could possibly arise.”
Benjamin said the Government’s decision to stop fetes at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy (BLCA) is not about restricting Carnival but about creating balance.
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