Where's the shelter?

Dear Sir,

It is absolutely appalling that the PLP Government can find $800,000 for overseas consultants to investigate the running of the Corporations of Hamilton and St. George's but they cannot find any money to help the many homeless people on our island.

Two years ago, plans were drawn up for a "Homeless Shelter" on Parsons Road, Pembroke. In fact the Corporation of Hamilton entered into an agreement to exchange some property to assist with the much needed project. However, it is no surprise to find out that this project has been put "on hold" as Government has reported a "lack of funds".

It appears that this project has a low priority as it does not offer enough "glitz and glamour" to satisfy a government with an insatiable appetite for sensational, attention getting undertakings.

W.A. BLACK

Paget