January 30, 2013 at 5:54 p.m.
'We will send our team to the Commonwealth Games'
Bermuda Olympic Association declares Delhi safe for athletes
'We will send our team to the Commonwealth Games'
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 27: The Commonwealth Games have been deemed ‘safe’ for Bermuda’s athletes to participate in.
This comes on the heels of a report by Stanley Douglas, chef de mission for the Bermuda team.
There was some question on whether Bermuda would send its 14 athletes or not after safety and health issues were raised over the past two weeks.
Douglas viewed the various venues and other necessary arrangements for Bermuda’s team.
His overall assessment was: “That it is safe for our team to arrive on the 29th from BERMUDA. I look forward to receiving them and making the best afford on their part here in Delhi.He said: “Our team has been given block 28 which consist of 4 apartments. The rooms are fair and standard and once cleaning and beds are made up I do not perceive any problems with this facility. The external appearance will need continued work.”
Douglas said the dining area “is one which is complete, clean and pleasant. I have eaten in the dinning hall at least twice in my short time here, and am very encourage to see the choices and styles of food from around the world.”
He said transportation is one area that has “its challenges and will take some work…I am confident before our team arrives all issues will be resolved.”
The International Zone “ is completed with a few shops, an Internet Cafe' and Games room. There is also a center for live entertainment and socializing. This will be a joy for all team members.
“Security is tight with most people who enter the village going through at least two (2) security checks and or screening. This is one area that I know was of concern for most of the team. I can assure you that the village is well secure; there are perimeters walls with armed security.”
Another area of concern is mosquitoes: “When I arrived at the village last night they where spraying the perimeter. This was quite effective as we noted many dead mosquitoes. I must say that with the volume that I have seen, our team must continue to take every precaution while here in Delhi.”
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