CANPTT Supports Drone Displays And Tougher Noise Controls
Citizens Against Noise Pollution Trinidad and Tobago (CANPTT) is open to stronger policies to tackle noise pollution.
The group says that, following a recent public consultation held at the Chaguanas Borough Corporation, it is optimistic that stronger policies will soon be implemented to address noise pollution in this country.
According to the organisation, Director of the Policy and Community Support Office (PACSO) Zaheer Ali assured attendees during the consultation that recommendations from various stakeholders, including CANPTT, were being taken into consideration and would soon be submitted to the Attorney General.
CANPTT Vice President Lindy-Ann Bachoo says the issue of victimisation was one of the many challenges raised.
“This was highlighted by testimonials of citizens who told us about threats, harassment and intimidation simply for asking the volume to be lowered by neighbours as well as businesses. They have complained about people throwing flammable objects, of pelting stones, pelting objects, verbally harassing them in their homes for asking for peace in their homes.”
She added that Vice President of the Chaguanas Chamber of Industry and Commerce, Dr Vaalmiki Arjoon, who gave his support, suggested a fine increase as a measure to deal with repeat offenders.
“He called for a national assessment of noise pollution hotspots as well as raising the fines and proposed increasing it to $15,000, particularly for businesses with repeated complaints.”
Citizens Against Noise Pollution Trinidad and Tobago has also welcomed the move to incorporate drone displays into national celebrations. In a media release on Thursday, the group stressed that its stance is not aimed at ending festivities but at promoting responsible and considerate celebrations.
