Premier Ewart Brown has criticised top civil servants for allowing the concessions stand at Horseshoe Bay to fall into disrepair.

Tourism Minister Dr. Brown, said the building was "archaic [and] outdated" and said there were people "sitting around drawing large salaries and doing nothing" with regards to improving it.

He added that it had been brought to his attention before, but suggested members of the public need to be more proactive and address issues of buildings in disrepair with government permanent secretaries.

The concession falls under the Ministries of Works and Engineering as well as Tourism. Dr. Brown suggested a building with roof top patios where tourists could see the ocean would be more inviting than the current structure, adding that Bermudians needed to demand the type of establishment they want to visit when they are abroad.

"We have to step it up, do something, march on Cabinet. Why hasn't Government been doing something about it?"

Bermuda Public Services Union president Armell Thomas, who represents the civil servants, said such changes were up to those responsible for making such decisions the Premier and Cabinet.

"We wish to clarify that the mandate to revamp any government facility, and in particular this facility, lies solely with the Ministers of Tourism, Works and Engineering, and Cabinet. The senior civil servants are responsible for effective implementation of government policies, and responsible for strategic management and efficient operation of the Civil Service."

The Premier declined to comment on Mr. Thomas' statement.

Attorney Phil Perinchief, who represents the owners of the concession, has previously said they are looking to revamp it. He added that his clients had "a good working relationship" with the Ministry of Works and Engineering.