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I want to be a part of the government that brings innovation, job security and health security to the Bahamas.
Central and South Eleuthera, deserve someone who is hard working, honest, and emotionally in tune with the struggles of Family Island communities. My grandmother grew up in Rock Sound and my wife’s family contributed to the economic viability of Governors Harbour in the past. I would like to work hand in hand with the people of this constituency to revive the economy, fix the health care system and be a genuine representative that the people can be proud of!
About Clay Sweeting
Clay Sweeting is a former fisherman and businessman and wants to share his entrepreneurial spirit with his community.
Sweeting’s entrepreneurial spirit drove him to purchase half of a fishing vessel at the age of 17. Today, he is the owner Tees R Us Bahamas Ltd. and other businesses. Sweeting served as the Chairman of the Spanish Wells Commonage Committee from 2008 to 2009 and is a member of the Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA). In 2008, he ran for the Spanish Wells Local Government Elections where he was elected and became the youngest member to ever serve in Local Government at that time. Sweeting also served as the Deputy Chairman of the Bahamas Agricultural and Industrial Corporation where he has been instrumental in assisting and developing entrepreneurs and agriculture in the Bahamas.
Sweeting is currently a Senator and represents the Opposition in the Upper Chamber of Parliament.
He enjoys sports, fishing, traveling and just spending time with his family.
Sweeting was born on December 21, 1985 in Spanish Wells, Eleuthera. He received his early education at Spanish Wells All Age School where he graduated as Valedictorian, followed by his tertiary education at Teeside University.
Sweeting is married to Delia and they are the proud parents to Davin.
About Clay Sweeting
Clay Sweeting is a former fisherman and businessman and wants to share his entrepreneurial spirit with his community.
Sweeting’s entrepreneurial spirit drove him to purchase half of a fishing vessel at the age of 17. Today, he is the owner Tees R Us Bahamas Ltd. and other businesses. Sweeting served as the Chairman of the Spanish Wells Commonage Committee from 2008 to 2009 and is a member of the Bahamas Real Estate Association (BREA). In 2008, he ran for the Spanish Wells Local Government Elections where he was elected and became the youngest member to ever serve in Local Government at that time. Sweeting also served as the Deputy Chairman of the Bahamas Agricultural and Industrial Corporation where he has been instrumental in assisting and developing entrepreneurs and agriculture in the Bahamas.
Sweeting is currently a Senator and represents the Opposition in the Upper Chamber of Parliament.
He enjoys sports, fishing, traveling and just spending time with his family.
Sweeting was born on December 21, 1985 in Spanish Wells, Eleuthera. He received his early education at Spanish Wells All Age School where he graduated as Valedictorian, followed by his tertiary education at Teeside University.
Sweeting is married to Delia and they are the proud parents to Davin.
Why I'm Running
My 5 Point Plan for Central and South Eleuthera
Education
- Committed to working with educators and non-profit organizations to ensure that all students achieve their full potential
- Ensure that schools are equipped, facilities are upgraded and maintained
- Ensure that STEM & Vocational Training Programs are implemented to give every student a chance to succeed
Economic Empowerment
- Major facility upgrade to both International Airports in Central & South Eleuthera
- Business Development Incentives
- Access, opportunity and incentives to build homes
- Solicit Funding for Industrial and media based business
Access to Services
- All government services should be locally accessible and on demand
- Implementation of Technology Zones in every community to provide free internet access
- Upgrade of sporting facilities
Health Care
- We will construct a state of the art medical facility on Eleuthera to provide primary and critical care services
- Centralized comprehensive health care facilities with poly clinics to support health care in small communities.
- Emergency medical travel must be revisited to make this more affordable or subsidized by government
- Community initiatives to create a crowd funding for major health care issues
- Improve poly clinic facilities for health and wellness
Food Security
- Establish community gardens
- Ensure that all fishing communities are equipped with ramps and space to operate
- Promote the establishment of cottage industries
- Incentives for small scale farmers
- Reform of current packing house pay scale
The Latest News
2021-2022 Budget Debate
Madam Senate President, I begin today, taking nothing for granted, but truly humbled that I have had this amazing opportunity to be a part of the proceedings in this place; to lend my voice to the concerns of all the citizens of this country …
Statement on Travel Restrictions for Eleuthera
The sudden change in travel requirements for people travelling from Harbour Island and Eleuthera is grossly unfair to residents.
Statement on Proposed Fisheries Legislation
It has been a long-standing position of the PLP, that commercial fishing should be reserved for Bahamians only; that has not changed. I call for a firm commitment of the government and Prime Minister to denounce the foolish talk proposed that would encourage foreign labour on Bahamian fishing vessels.
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Team Clay Sweeting for Central & South Eleuthera has partnered with Drewber to offer scholarship opportunities for the students of the constituency of Central & South Eleuthera.
Students applying must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Have applied to international schools for the fall or intend to for winter; must be enrolled in high school in Central and South Eleuthera; must participate in the 5 minute interview with Drewber.
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