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Eid Mubarak from the Leader of the Opposition

Eid Mubarak to my fellow citizens of Trinidad and Tobago who are celebrating the end of the holy month of Ramadan. As we come together to mark this blessed occasion, I extend my warmest wishes to all of you. Eid-ul-Fitr is a time of joy and celebration. It marks the end of a...
Posted On 21 Apr 2023
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Indarsingh Commends Ombudsman’s Stance on NIB

I note very seriously the criticisms made by the Ombudsman, Mr. Rajmanlal Joseph, of the National Insurance Board as published in recent media reports. It is important to note the independent nature of the Ombudsman’s Office and his role in calling state agencies to...
Posted On 15 Apr 2023
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TANCOO: Foreign Affairs Ministry mismanaging millions to the detriment of workers

Despite being allocated over $520 million over the last two years, the complete mismanagement of expenditure by PNM Minister Amery Browne now puts the health and lives of the employees at the Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs at severe risk declared MP Davendranath Tancoo....
Posted On 12 Apr 2023
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Opposition Leader calls for Hinds removal over rising crime

In the wake of an unholy weekend of murders, home invasions, robberies and disorder, it is abundantly clear that Fitzgerald Hinds has failed as Minister of National Security and must be removed from office. Earlier this year, after Hinds presided over the bloodiest January in our...
Posted On 11 Apr 2023
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Easter Message from the Honourable Kamla Persad-Bissessar, SC, MP,

Opposition Leader: The Crucifixion of Jesus must inspire us with selfless love to renew goodness in our nation. As Christians around the world rejoice in the resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ, fulfilling God’s covenant to save humanity, I would like to offer my sincere wishes...
Posted On 07 Apr 2023
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Tancoo to Rohan: Stop playing with people’s lives

“Why is this PNM government deliberately discriminating against the people of Woodland? I want Rohan Sinanan, the Minister of Works and Transport to explain to the people why work has not been done in the dry season to prevent flooding that costs millions of dollars in loss of...
Posted On 05 Apr 2023
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MP Ameen Calls on Government to Address Upsurge in School Violence

Member of Parliament for St. Augustine, Khadijah Ameen addressed a packed Hillview College auditorium at last evening’s UNC Virtual Report. The MP addressed the issue of an increase in school violence and its impact on society. MP Ameen mentioned that there is an outrageous...
Posted On 04 Apr 2023
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INDARSINGH: Working Class Paying for Economic Mismanagement

Recent reports indicate that the Central Statistical Office Retail Price Index has stated that food and drink prices in January 2023 are 17.33% higher than in January 2022. These reports are insanely worrisome and reflect a portion of the economic hardship that workers across the...
Posted On 03 Apr 2023
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MP Ameen partners with Church of Jesus Christ Latter-Day Saints

Member of Parliament for St. Augustine, Khadijah Ameen expressed gratitude to the ‘Church of Jesus Christ Latter-Day Saints’ for providing support to families affected by the severe flooding in December 2022. They have shown a strong dedication to helping those in need by...
Posted On 01 Apr 2023
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Opposition Leader Message on the occasion of Spiritual Shouter Baptist Liberation Day

As we celebrate Spiritual Shouter Baptist Day, I want to take this opportunity to extend my warmest greetings to all members of the Spiritual Shouter Baptist community. This day holds great significance for our nation, as it celebrates the resilience and perseverance of a...
Posted On 29 Mar 2023
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Rowley reintroduces UNC programs eight years after destroying them

Eight years after needlessly and spitefully shutting down the programs the former UNC Government put in place to transform our education system and prepare students for the digital age, the Rowley government is now finally adopting a policy of incorporating digital technology in...
Posted On 22 Mar 2023
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Attorney: RIC cannot dim the lights on freedom of expression

As a lifelong resident of Chaguanas, I attended the public consultation on proposed increased electricity rates held by the Regulated Industries Commission (RIC) last Wednesday at Centre Point Mall. What I witnessed at this meeting has now confirmed my worst suspicions about the...
Posted On 17 Mar 2023
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