Topic: Red Spot Beach
Landowner granted his day in court in fish market dispute
A landowner fighting government's attempts to forcibly acquire his waterfront property in order to preserve a local fish market will have his day in court.
Fishermen: ‘We have been using Red Spot Bay for over 50 years’
Elderly fishermen say they have been cleaning and selling their catch at Red Spot Bay for more than half a century.
Property owner vows to fight plans to seize his land for fish market
Landowner Chris Johnson insists his waterfront property in George Town is “not for sale at any price” despite government’s plans to forcibly purchase the site for a fish market.
Businessman Chris Johnson sent back to drawing board over plans for fish market site
The long-running saga of the future of Red Spot beach in George Town, which is currently used as a fish market, has been delayed yet again due to confusion over the application documents.
Minister slapped down over incitement to violence concern
A government minister was ordered to withdraw remarks that could be seen as an incitement to violence during a fiery debate over the future of a beach traditionally used by fishermen.
Fight over fish market site heads to Conservation Council
A application to construct a seaside park at the location currently being used as the fish market in George Town, has been referred to the National Conservation Council for review, by the Central Planning Authority.
Landowner’s plan for Red Spot Beach sparks protest talk
The owner of the parcel of land surrounding Red Spot Beach in George Town has applied for planning permission to build stairs and a ramp to allow for easier public access.
