About UNC

About the United National Congress (UNC)

The United National Congress (UNC) is the only people centered political party in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and currently forms part of the ruling coalition. The party was founded by Basdeo Panday, a prominent attorney and former trade union leader. 

The UNC emerged in 1988 following a split within the then-governing National Alliance for Reconstruction (NAR). After six years in opposition, the UNC came to power in 1995, initially forming a coalition government with the NAR before eventually governing independently

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UNC Plans for Healthcare Reform 2025 to 2030

A UNC-led government will work to ensure that all citizens receive proper care.

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UNC Anti-Crime Plans and Policies

The UNC will tackle the crime crisis with intelligence, competence and purpose. We will implement the following

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UNC - Manifesto On Criminal and Civil Justice

Introduction of a constitutional right of an accused to have a trial within a reasonable time.

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UNC - Manifesto On Workers Agenda 2025

A UNC-led government will work to ensure that all citizens receive proper health care. A UNC-led government will improve the healthcare sector in the following ways

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UNC - Manifesto On Education Policy Direction 2025

The Ministry of Education is a key leader in formulating the UNC Strategic National Development Plan.

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UNC – Minifesto On AI-Digital-SocialMedia 2025

A UNC-led government will embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital technology and new media to cut bureaucracy, create meaningful job opportunities.

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UNC 2025 General Election Candidates

Kamla Persad-Bissessar

Kamla Persad-Bissessar, SC, MP is the Political Leader of the UNC and the Leader of the Opposition in Trinidad and Tobago.

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Devesh Maharaj

Devesh Maharaj is a veteran attorney-at-law and the UNC’s candidate for Aranguez/St. Joseph.

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Natalie Chaitan Maharaj

Dr. Natalie Chaitan-Maharaj is a seasoned medical professional and first-time UNC candidate for the Arouca/Lopinot constituency.

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Saddam Hosein

Saddam Hosein is an attorney-at-law and the incumbent Member of Parliament for Barataria/San Juan.

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Vandana Mohit

Vandana Mohit is a young Trinidadian politician who has represented Chaguanas East in Parliament since 2020.

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Clyde Elder

Clyde Elder is a veteran trade unionist and community advocate, now contesting the La Brea seat under the UNC banner.

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Phillip Watts

Phillip Watts is an experienced business professional and the UNC candidate for La Horquetta/Talparo.

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Ernesto Kesar

Ernesto Kesar is a seasoned labour leader and the UNC’s pick for the Point Fortin constituency. He serves as an Executive Vice-President..

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John Michael Alibocas

John Michael Alibocas – popularly known by his stage name “Makamillion” – is a well- known entertainer and the UNC candidate .

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Dr. Michael Dowlath

Dr. Michael Dowlath is a distinguished educator and administrator and the UNC candidate for San Fernando West. 

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Wayne Sturge

Wayne Sturge is an attorney-at-law with 26 years of experience in criminal defense practice and the UNC’s candidate.

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Richard Smith

Richard Smith is a newcomer to national politics and the UNC candidate for the Trincity/Maloney seat.

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Why Choose UNC

As a dedicated leader, I stand for progress, transparency, and a brighter future for all. My commitment to serving the people is driven by integrity, experience, and a vision for positive change. Together, we can build a stronger, more united nation.

unc value proposition
  • UNC Education
  • UNC Anti-Crime
  • UNC Plans for the Criminal
  • UNC Plans for Healthcare
  • UNC Workers' Agenda

UNC Education

As the ministry responsible for the education and development of almost 300,000 students at four levels of the education system and over 12,000 employees, it is crucial to ensure that the Ministry of Education’s sector plan is fully integrated into the Strategic National Development Plan to deliver impact, value, and benefit to the citizens of Trinidad and Tobago.

UNC ANTI CRIME PLANS AND POLICES

The UNC will tackle the crime crisis with intelligence, competence and purpose. We will implement the following anti-crime plans:

UNC PLANS FOR THE CRIMINAL AND CIVIL JUSTICE

Undertake a comprehensive review of all criminal laws to weed out obsolete laws that are oppressive to a free democratic society or cause unnecessary bureaucracy.

UNC PLANS FOR HEALTHCARE

 A UNC-led government will work to ensure that all citizens receive proper health care. A UNC-led government will improve the healthcare sector in the following ways:

THE UNC WORKERS’ AGENDA

After nine meetings of intense dialogue with the executive leadership of the Joint Trade Union Movement (JTUM), Oilfield Workers Trade Union (OWTU), Seaman and Waterfront Workers Trade Union (SWWTU), NATUC (National Trade Union Center), and the National Union of Government and Federal Workers (NUGFW), we have created the UNC’s Workers’ Agenda, which aims to restore prosperity to the working class.
  • UNC Education
  • UNC Anti-Crime
  • UNC Plans for the Criminal
  • UNC Plans for Healthcare
  • THE UNC WORKERS’ AGENDA

UNC Education

As the ministry responsible for the education and development of almost 300,000 students at four levels of the education system and over 12,000 employees, it is crucial to ensure that the Ministry of Education’s sector plan is fully integrated into the Strategic National Development Plan to deliver impact, value, and benefit to the citizens of Trinidad and Tobago.

UNC ANTI CRIME PLANS AND POLICES

The UNC will tackle the crime crisis with intelligence, competence and purpose. We will implement the following anti-crime plans:

UNC PLANS FOR THE CRIMINAL AND CIVIL JUSTICE

Undertake a comprehensive review of all criminal laws to weed out obsolete laws that are oppressive to a free democratic society or cause unnecessary bureaucracy.

UNC PLANS FOR HEALTHCARE

 A UNC-led government will work to ensure that all citizens receive proper health care. A UNC-led government will improve the healthcare sector in the following ways:

THE UNC WORKERS’ AGENDA

After nine meetings of intense dialogue with the executive leadership of the Joint Trade Union Movement (JTUM), Oilfield Workers Trade Union (OWTU), Seaman and Waterfront Workers Trade Union (SWWTU), NATUC (National Trade Union Center), and the National Union of Government and Federal Workers (NUGFW), we have created the UNC’s Workers’ Agenda, which aims to restore prosperity to the working class.

UNC Education

As the ministry responsible for the education and development of almost 300,000 students at four levels of the education system and over 12,000 employees, it is crucial to ensure that the Ministry of Education’s sector plan is fully integrated into the Strategic National Development Plan to deliver impact, value, and benefit to the citizens of Trinidad and Tobago.

UNC ANTI CRIME

The UNC will tackle the crime crisis with intelligence, competence and purpose. We will implement the following anti-crime plans:

UNC PLANS FOR THE CRIMINAL AND CIVIL JUSTICE

Undertake a comprehensive review of all criminal laws to weed out obsolete laws that are oppressive to a free democratic society or cause unnecessary bureaucracy.

UNC PLANS FOR HEALTHCARE

A UNC-led government will work to ensure that all citizens receive proper health care. A UNC-led government will improve the healthcare sector in the following ways:

THE UNC WORKERS’ AGENDA

After nine meetings of intense dialogue with the executive leadership of the Joint Trade Union Movement (JTUM), Oilfield Workers Trade Union (OWTU), Seaman and Waterfront Workers Trade Union (SWWTU), NATUC (National Trade Union Center), and the National Union of Government and Federal Workers (NUGFW), we have created the UNC’s Workers’ Agenda, which aims to restore prosperity to the working class.

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