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Lisa Bostwick-Dean. (BIS PHOTO/LETISHA HENDERSON)
Senator Lisa Bostwick-Dean noted that while she understands the current situation with the Minnis administration, she remains deeply concerned.
“Of course, as a woman, I am concerned about the lack of a female presence at Cabinet, deeply concerned, and I hope it is a matter that can be addressed,” Bostwick-Dean said, as she debunked rumors that she would receive the FNM (Free National Movement) nomination for the Seabreeze constituency.
“But I do understand the challenges with that decision as there are not many women in the lower house and indeed there is no room for someone in this House to become a seated Cabinet minister.