![DITCHED ARTISTRY [30TH JULY 2026] - The growing practice of revellers abandoning elaborate costume pieces after crossing the judging stage is again drawing concern over safety, waste and respect for the artistry of Mas. While Tribe of Twel band owner Dr. Adrian Augier has called the trend a travesty, Culture Minister Dr. Ernest Hilaire says the final decision rests with the individual reveller. Phoebe Popo reports.](https://www.replay.gp/wp-content/plugins/youtube-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
HILAIRE WEIGHS IN ON REVELERS ABANDONING CARNIVAL COSTUMES POST-JUDGING
DITCHED ARTISTRY [30TH JULY 2026] – The growing practice of revellers abandoning elaborate costume pieces after crossing the judging stage is again drawing concern over safety, waste and respect for the artistry of Mas. While Tribe of Twel band owner Dr. Adrian Augier has called the trend a travesty, Culture Minister Dr. Ernest Hilaire says the final decision rests with the individual reveller. Phoebe Popo reports.
