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Crime Reporting: Let’s Not Hurt the Goose That Lays the Golden Egg
NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The prime minister urges local media to reconsider their coverage of crime, and joining the call is a prominent figure in the tourism industry.
NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Amidst heightened concerns over the impact of negative publicity on tourism following a spate of 26 murders, the prime minister has urged local media to reconsider their coverage of crime. And now joining the call is a prominent figure in the tourism industry.
Bahamas Hotel and Tourism Association President Robert “Sandy” Sands says his members are not overly concerned about the impact of negative international press, highlighting the current crime situation.
In light of the recent surge in local crime gaining international attention, Prime Minister Philip Davis advocated for a more measured approach in crime reporting by the local media, citing potential repercussions on tourism.
His comments since sparking a debate on free press.
Davis recently defended his comments saying they were taken out of context and Sands agrees.
But will this affect hotel occupancy?
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