Small Gathering, Major Representation at University Hospital Demonstration

Small Gathering, Major Representation at University Hospital Demonstration

A little over a hundred protestors marched in front of Prime Minister John Briceno’s office in Belmopan this morning. The gathering was relatively small, but the representation was far reaching. Members of the various trade unions and workers associations were present to raise their voices against the government’s decision to purchase fifteen acres of land for six point nine million dollars for the construction of a tertiary hospital in Belmopan. The contention is that the Ministry of Health has refused land that is being offered by the University of Belize free of cost for the project, and that the newly purchased is situated near the capital city’s sewer pond. Today’s demonstration was organized by activist Nigel Petillo who was prepared to brave the elements by himself if push came to shove. Fortunately for him, he was not alone. Our cameras were also out there. News Five’s Paul Lopez report.