A newly installed “No Right Turn” sign at the Corinth Junction in Bois D’Orange has triggered sharp criticism from opposition voices and calls for more public engagement from government officials.
Marcella Johnson, the United Workers Party’s (UWP) endorsed candidate for Gros Islet, blasted the decision, arguing that the sign was imposed without stakeholder consultation.
“I would hate to think that the MP for Gros Islet would not have thought that it was useful to speak to and have discussions with stakeholders before placing this sign right here, which makes absolutely no sense,” Johnson said. She urged authorities to “relook at this sign, rethink it, remove it, and have some consultation with minibus drivers, with other stakeholders.”
Meanwhile, Gros Islet MP Kenson Casimir admitted that while traffic flow at the Corinth Junction has long been a concern, the rollout of the new restriction was poorly managed.
“The fact of the matter is this junction does create a big problem as it pertains to traffic going northward and even in a southerly direction,” Casimir acknowledged. However, he stressed the need for public awareness rather than abrupt enforcement.
“We need to ensure that people are actually aware so that they do not break the law because if this has been made law and somebody uses the road incorrectly, then they will be stopped,” Casimir explained. “For me the course of action that should be taken is for it to be removed and for us to have a rigorous campaign – advertisements on television, radio, social media – to let the people know what to expect. As I said, I didn’t even know as a parliamentary rep.”
The sign, introduced as part of efforts to improve traffic management, has now become a flashpoint, highlighting ongoing tensions between the government and opposition over decision-making and community consultation.
Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the sign will remain in place or be subject to review.
