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With just ten days until masqueraders take the streets, San Fernando stakeholders believe there is still time for additional funding to restore competition and strengthen Carnival in San Fernando, even as the city grapples with the effects of a reduced subvention.
The renewed push follows revelations that Carnival funding had been cut, prompting the San Fernando Carnival Committee to remove competitions from this year’s celebrations. Mayor Robert Parris, who convened a media conference at San Fernando City Hall, said he remains hopeful for a meeting with Minister of Culture and Community Development Michelle Benjamin on the matter.
Parris explained that earlier this month, the National Carnival Commission (NCC) had indicated it would provide the same $700,000 allocation as in 2025. However, when the confirmation letter was collected this week, it stated $500,000. As a result, he said the committee met with stakeholders, who suggested foregoing prize money and requesting only appearance fees.
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