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A major crackdown at Buccoo Reef Marine Park.. has revealed several areas of non-compliance.., prompting immediate enforcement actions.
Details in this report from Elizabeth Williams.
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00:00The Division of Food Security, Natural Resources, the Environment and Sustainable Development
00:06stated on Saturday, boats were inspected, five fines were issued for overcrowding
00:11and two suspensions were handed down for missing safety equipment.
00:17Unlicensed vendors shut down and narcotics and alcohol seizures made.
00:22Jet skis impounded for violations within the reef zone.
00:25Food vendors found non-compliant and ordered closed until corrective measures are implemented.
00:32This follows a swoop down of law enforcement officers in a combined approach.
00:38Commenting on this initiative, Secretary of Food Security, Natural Resources, the Environment and Sustainable Development,
00:46Assemblyman Natisha Charles-Panton said the Division thanks all stakeholders for their cooperation
00:51and reaffirms its commitment to safeguarding Tobago's natural heritage for generations to come.
00:59Elizabeth Williams, TV6 News.
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