The same applies to the off-shoots within the entertainment field such as ‘ Gentlemen ’ s Clubs ’, which though we may try to hide them away are nonetheless proliferating in Paceville …. “ and some with only a licence to operate a bar ,” added the Minister for Tourism . “ We are contemplating a specific licence for these so that such clubs will also be required to have to reach the required health and safety standards vis-a-vis their clientele ’ s safekeeping .”
These were just a handful of ideas that make it clear that if one aspired to be a destination of excellence then one must realise also that in embracing these new realities , the all-round look at the market and its legislation would need to be upgraded . “ Our aim is to continue to facilitate investment within the markets of tourism ; to study the ‘ how ’ we are going to cater for these new realities and also the ‘ how ’ these new regulations will be enforced ” he added .
The Minister continued saying that “ We have already made efforts where enforcement is concerned but I want to make it clear that our efforts go beyond the notion that we want to create some sort of a police-state .
Nonetheless one must admit that there is need for some more enforcement in certain areas . An example of this is how waste is disposed of by certain catering establishments . The implementation of waste separation on site and having contracts with waste collectors specialising in catering waste , are two points needing more attention which come to mind ,” he said .
These are just a few factors on how the full legislative process is to be prompting the overall upgrading of the tourism market , while also introducing some streamlining . Dr Zammit Lewis explained “ we have already opened up informal consultations with stakeholders in the market to help us pave the way .” In this manner , the country will have in hand result-inducing feedback directly from the stakeholders .
The Bigger Picture
Though collective establishments are an integral part of tourism , the word hospitality for many people nonetheless only brings to mind hotel accommodation . “ The reality is wider . The bigger picture here
“ Our aim is to continue to facilitate investment within the markets of tourism ”
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