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07 Nov 2012 09:30 #109969
by The Captain
Youth movement blasts tax breaks for Chris Brown show
NOVEMBER 7, 2012 | BY [color=rgb(0, 0, 0)]KNEWS[/color] | FILED UNDER [color=rgb(0, 0, 0)]NEWS[/color]
- Calls for better promotion of local artistes
The Guyana Youth and Student Movement (GYSM) has lashed out against the government for its readiness to use state resources and taxpayers’ money, in terms of providing tax breaks for the hosting of the planned Chris Brown mega concert in December.
According to GYSM member, Malika Ramsey, the organisation would support and enjoy activities that can create a light atmosphere, but “one where the youth can focus on enjoyment and have safe fun for a chosen period; however this should not be done at Government’s own whims and fancies.â€
“Culture, Youth and Sport Minister Dr. Frank Anthony and his Government use the local youth artistes when it best suits their purpose. One must recall several of the PPP/C campaign platforms. Why can’t these artistes be promoted all year round?
“Why must they constantly be shoved aside for already established, developed and thriving international artistes who are brought here annually?â€
The GYSM noted that tax breaks are often given for these international artistes to visit Guyana.
“During the 29th Sitting of the 10th Parliament on October 22, APNU Shadow Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament, Carl Greenidge, asked for a report on government’s financial involvement with the upcoming December 2012 International Concert to be hosted here on December 26.
“It is clear from Minister Irfaan Ali’s response that his only focus is bringing and promoting international artistes here. In fact, the GYSM is extremely alarmed that the acting Tourism Minister has convinced himself and is trying to convince the nation that such an international concert will aid in the development of the local tourism product.
“The GYSM strongly believes that charity begins at home and we must promote home growth and development before Guyana can be even considered a major tourist destination.â€
The youth movement recommended that there should be a mega concert in Guyana with only young local artistes on stage, and a studio set up and funded by Government that would aid the growth and development of local artistes.
“The copyright laws must be enforced to protect local artistes from having to take up residence in countries like Jamaica or Barbados to develop their skills,†the GYSM concluded.
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07 Nov 2012 11:01 #110028
by boquiesse
Guyana has plenty issues.
Chris Brown needs to stay far away from that place.
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