UNC public relations officer and corporate communications specialist in the Ministry of Trade, Investment and Tourism Dr Kirk Meighoo says he does not see any conflict arising out of him being a director of a private company seeking to build and operate a luxury eco-conscious resort at the Maracas Lookout.

While set to receive no state funding, Newsday was told that this resort – earmarked to open in 2027 – will be endorsed by the government.

The project, 15 years in the making, is being spearheaded by private firm Global Communique (GC) Resorts Ltd, and would see the construction of two hotels, two restaurants, five villas, a marina and other amenities – all powered by solar energy.