Payne’s Bay Market not for Sale – Repairs to begin shortly

Further to the temporary closure of the Payne’s Bay Market due to roadworks on Highway 1, the public should note the market will be undergoing repairs beginning this month and expected to conclude by Sept. 30.

The vendors and staff in the market were given the opportunity to conduct their business from other markets. Members of the public are advised to utilize other markets during the period of closure.

Speaking on the matter, Minister with responsibility for fish markets – Kirk Humphrey – noted the refurbishment at Payne’s Bay is “…part of a continuous process of upgrading all the markets so as to ensure staff and vendors are operating in a modern environment that meet the international phytosanitary standards that guide this industry”.

He further stated, “there is no, or never was any, plan to sell the Payne’s Bay Market “.

Persons are reminded that if they are seeking to sell from the compounds of fish markets, they should contact the Senior Manager of Markets in the Ministry of Maritime Affairs.

The Ministry of Maritime Affairs and the Blue Economy wishes to thank you for your kind consideration in this matter.