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The Minister of Culture and Community Development has revealed that the total cost to establish and operate the Flava Village initiative during the Carnival 2026 period amounted to $16,164,663.75.
The expenditure, detailed in a written response to a question from Senator Janelle John-Bates, shows that the largest portion of the budget went toward other contracted services, which accounted for $13,500,000. Other significant costs included $1,484,500 for promotions, publicity, and printing, and $725,163.75 for security.
Smaller allocations were made for the construction of facilities at $283,000 and short-term employment at $172,000.
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