UNC in govt 2025-2030!!!

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Fireworks is lighting forex on fire...so prob a good move to pause it.

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https://trinidadexpress.com/news/independence-day-parade-fireworks-cancelled-this-year/article_05d044c3-5b21-4270-8dd6-f6b2ad1d042e.html

So independence day parade cancelled. I wonder if they go cancel Christmas next

Seems like a direct F U to the syrian business community the unc trying to wage a war against

And De f*q is a national day of prayer?

Is one thing to cancel the state sponsored fireworks , but the Independence Day parade too?

UNC keeping true to dey one term in office policy

Both the major fireworks houses owned by injuns, so what's your point now?

[sMASH]

Just as GG, everyone was so amazed with his performance.

The way he spoke at press conferences, such assertiveness, such confidence, such support for his police officers.

O how they loved him, GG this GG that.
O bring back Gary.

Was crime significantly reduced?

This COP eh no different…all words, all a pappy show, bare minimum….but the public loves how he talks.

All politics.

T&T does not want to fix crime.

If the TTPS cannot be fixed due to MOST of the officers being a WOFT, corrupt, rude, lazy and incompetent….then we wasting time.

It is said, we cannot pull all the officers offline to reassess and retrain…..then there you have your answer.

But yeh cool whatever, give the new Govt time to settle.

GG and this new COP may mean well….they just don’t have the right officers.

Trinis love talk. Until govt reforms legal system, license plate system, customs, e999, national CCTV anything else is just old talk. None of these things can be done in 100 days so I don’t expect to see that now but let’s see what the budget and next 18 months brings

If a political party had a back to back 10 year term, could it be done in that time?
Or at least lay the ground work...

[sMASH]

PNM: It have no african on state board! kamla racist! bangladesh and delhi!

KAMLA: Selwyn Cudjoe on CAL as a director and now UTT as Chairman

PNM: sing for your supper! sell out! lick bottom african!

Pnm and empty barrel good for two ting , making ole noise and gathering rubbish

[sMASH]

I and Moonsammy used to tag team pnm back in the 2020 elections , , I for pep and she for unc.
Always thought she was Mrs Santa Cruz on the radio stations.

[Chimera]

https://trinidadexpress.com/news/independence-day-parade-fireworks-cancelled-this-year/article_05d044c3-5b21-4270-8dd6-f6b2ad1d042e.html

So independence day parade cancelled. I wonder if they go cancel Christmas next

Seems like a direct F U to the syrian business community the unc trying to wage a war against

And De f*q is a national day of prayer?

Is one thing to cancel the state sponsored fireworks , but the Independence Day parade too?

UNC keeping true to dey one term in office policy

LOL come na man Mero. you really AGAINST saving money on state sponsored fireworks? and the overall savings of not having it?

Past Budget: The 60th anniversary of Trinidad and Tobago's independence in 2022 had an overall budget of $7.5 million.
Inclusions: This budget encompassed more than just the parade, including other festive activities and the fireworks display


yuh just fighting up for fighting up sake now

if Kamla sneeze in public you might say "oh gawddddd Rowley never use to sneeze so oh gawdddd watch how she can't even hold in a sneeze oh gawdddd we shudda never put them in power "

[shake d livin wake d dead]

If she jump out and ban fireworks for old years then I'd say she saying thing! As it stands for independence, if it saving some dinero....then by all means

[Dizzy28]

Man's it's funny the ppl who so.haopy to see Columbus statue go devastated there would be no military parades. The lack of critical thinking is the real problem in this country.

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[MaxPower]

Petty issues.

[pugboy]

gonna miss seeing the prez roll out in the bling out land rover

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gonna miss seeing the prez roll out in the bling out land rover

Ah the position of president of this country....epitome of WOFT

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If she jump out and ban fireworks for old years then I'd say she saying thing! As it stands for independence, if it saving some dinero....then by all means

The majority of the money saved from these events is expected to be funnelled into the Ministry of Homeland Security. Which i don't see any problem with

[mero]

https://trinidadexpress.com/news/independence-day-parade-fireworks-cancelled-this-year/article_05d044c3-5b21-4270-8dd6-f6b2ad1d042e.html

So independence day parade cancelled. I wonder if they go cancel Christmas next

Seems like a direct F U to the syrian business community the unc trying to wage a war against

And De f*q is a national day of prayer?

Is one thing to cancel the state sponsored fireworks , but the Independence Day parade too?

UNC keeping true to dey one term in office policy

Both the major fireworks houses owned by injuns, so what's your point now?

Who is Indian? Name them. Waiting

[mero]

https://trinidadexpress.com/news/independence-day-parade-fireworks-cancelled-this-year/article_05d044c3-5b21-4270-8dd6-f6b2ad1d042e.html

So independence day parade cancelled. I wonder if they go cancel Christmas next

Seems like a direct F U to the syrian business community the unc trying to wage a war against

And De f*q is a national day of prayer?

Is one thing to cancel the state sponsored fireworks , but the Independence Day parade too?

UNC keeping true to dey one term in office policy

LOL come na man Mero. you really AGAINST saving money on state sponsored fireworks? and the overall savings of not having it?

Past Budget: The 60th anniversary of Trinidad and Tobago's independence in 2022 had an overall budget of $7.5 million.
Inclusions: This budget encompassed more than just the parade, including other festive activities and the fireworks display


yuh just fighting up for fighting up sake now

if Kamla sneeze in public you might say "oh gawddddd Rowley never use to sneeze so oh gawdddd watch how she can't even hold in a sneeze oh gawdddd we shudda never put them in power "

Calm down, if u did read, I could understand the cancelation of the fireworks just not the parade. We know UNC ppl generally never gave 2 shits about the parade farless independence cuz plenty a allyuh self loathing white worshippers does talk wishing we was still colonized.

Allyuh here does operate like u obligated to support everything the UNC does just cuz u vote for them. UNC just as disenfranchised in power as they were in Opposition and this is why they never last more than one term.

But I distancing myself from any policilts talk with u my lord. U already pledged to the UNC and everything KPB say u will clap for. I waiting for the word on the beers.

[The_Honourable]

Real froth up by pnm on fb with the parade cancellation

Even modi ketching strays

I and Moonsammy used to tag team pnm back in the 2020 elections , , I for pep and she for unc.
Always thought she was Mrs Santa Cruz on the radio stations.

Mrs Santa Cruz and Mr Long Circular was on some levels back in the day

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With the countdown on to the Government’s first Budget since assuming office, two of the nation’s largest union bodies are pressing to see the ten per cent wage offer on the bargaining table in the coming financial year.

For more: https://www.guardian.co.tt/news/trade-u ... b74be74b90

[bluefete]

With the countdown on to the Government’s first Budget since assuming office, two of the nation’s largest union bodies are pressing to see the ten per cent wage offer on the bargaining table in the coming financial year.

For more: https://www.guardian.co.tt/news/trade-u ... 436434.jpg

Stop dribbling. Tancoo between a rock and a hard place. I want to see how he plans to collect the revenue to pay the 10%.

[mero]

Felisha Thomas done get she 30 pieces of silver. Men going and feel sick

With the countdown on to the Government’s first Budget since assuming office, two of the nation’s largest union bodies are pressing to see the ten per cent wage offer on the bargaining table in the coming financial year.

For more: https://www.guardian.co.tt/news/trade-u ... b74be74b90

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"But while the Minister in the Ministry of Finance, Kennedy Swaratsingh, said the Government will honour its promises and deliver all commitments outlined in the Budget, he stopped short of confirming that negotiations would commence in the new financial year"

..."Responding soon after, Swaratsingh, who is also the Minister of Planning, Economic Affairs and Development, sought to assure Thomas that all promises will be kept. However, he did not confirm if the wage negotiation promise would be kept in the upcoming financial year"

..."Swartsaingh warns “budget not going to be better”

Swaratsingh told the union members that, as bad as last year’s budget was, “next year’s budget is not going to be any better.”

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With the countdown on to the Government’s first Budget since assuming office, two of the nation’s largest union bodies are pressing to see the ten per cent wage offer on the bargaining table in the coming financial year.

For more: https://www.guardian.co.tt/news/trade-u ... 436434.jpg

Stop dribbling. Tancoo between a rock and a hard place. I want to see how he plans to collect the revenue to pay the 10%.

I hear what you saying blue but the politicians got theirs with no issue now we have workers who on signed agreements not even talking about the ones who have yet negotiate and still waiting for their just dues......we want our pound of flesh as well

[bluefete]

With the countdown on to the Government’s first Budget since assuming office, two of the nation’s largest union bodies are pressing to see the ten per cent wage offer on the bargaining table in the coming financial year.

For more: https://www.guardian.co.tt/news/trade-u ... 436434.jpg

Stop dribbling. Tancoo between a rock and a hard place. I want to see how he plans to collect the revenue to pay the 10%.

I hear what you saying blue but the politicians got theirs with no issue now we have workers who on signed agreements not even talking about the ones who have yet negotiate and still waiting for their just dues......we want our pound of flesh as well

LOL. Would you believe that same thought went through my mind? But, there is a vast difference in paying an extra $1 million a month compared to paying an extra $50 million a month.

I understand all the arguments though because the PNM politicians were enriching themselves at the expense of the public servants.

[The_Honourable]

Pnm on facebook like... "wE wAiTIng fuR dEeWaLee"


$2.6M saved as Independence Day celebrations scrapped

The government is expected to save at least $2.6 million after cancelling this year’s Independence Day parade and fireworks display in the capital.

Guardian Media understands that funding for this year’s ceremonial events had already received Cabinet approval from the former People’s National Movement (PNM) administration in February.

According to the Cabinet note submitted for approval, the parade alone was projected to cost $1.5 million. This figure included expenses such as renting the Grand Stand facilities, hiring ushers, constructing media towers, installing audio systems, providing guest refreshments, and renting chairs and buses. The Grand Stand rental alone cost approximately $600,000.

This year, the government opted to cancel the parade and fireworks show in favour of a National Day of Prayer and Reflection.

In defending the decision, Legal Affairs Minister Saddam Hosein cited security concerns due to the ongoing State of Emergency (SoE). He added that the money saved from the cancellation would be redirected to crime-fighting initiatives.

Additionally, Guardian Media was informed that the fireworks display was expected to cost the state around $1.1 million. There is some contention regarding this figure, as an official from the former administration said the fireworks are donated by private corporate entities.

However, a government source clarified that while the private sector helps fund the show, several state entities, including the Urban Development Corporation of T&T (UDeCOTT), also contribute financially and manage key logistical aspects of the event. UDeCOTT was expected to cover $700,000 of the fireworks costs.

The $2.6 million savings does not include the cost of the “Toast to the Nation,” a formal part of Independence Day celebrations traditionally held at the National Academy for the Performing Arts (NAPA), where the President offers a toast in the presence of government officials and dignitaries. It also does not include expenses for internal celebrations usually held by members of the protective services.

The government is currently compiling the overall savings from the cancellation of these events—a figure expected to be released next week, due to the complex nature of how the celebrations are funded.

There is no dedicated line item in the annual budget for Independence Day events. Funding has traditionally come from the Ministry of National Security, which has since been divided into the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Homeland Security. Various divisions within these ministries contribute to the parade from their allocated funds.

Several arms of national security participate in the military parade, including the Trinidad and Tobago Regiment, the Coast Guard, Air Guard, Trinidad and Tobago Police Service, Trinidad and Tobago Fire Service, and the Prisons Service.

The Independence Day parade traditionally begins with a formal inspection of the troops by the President, who is greeted at the Grand Stand with a Royal Salute and the national anthem. Following this, the military and uniformed services stage a grand march past, accompanied by their bands, proceeding through the streets of Port-of-Spain along a published route, often including Frederick Street, Park Street, and Tragarete Road. The event also features the mounted branch of the police, the K-9 unit, ceremonial vehicles, and at times an Air Guard fly-past. Spectators typically line the streets, waving flags and cheering.

https://www.guardian.co.tt/news/26m-sav ... e5a4acef54

[shake d livin wake d dead]

Some people special in all forms tbh... Trying to compare a religious festival like to diwali to a dumbarse parade... 2 totally different things...

People talking about the 1 million spent on moodi but nobody saying how his visit may help us in the future

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That's trinis for you short sighted no MC , how dare you call the parade dumb thats so unpatriotic of you ....let the frothing begin

Some people special in all forms tbh... Trying to compare a religious festival like to diwali to a dumbarse parade... 2 totally different things...

People talking about the 1 million spent on moodi but nobody saying how his visit may help us in the future

[j.o.e]

I’d prefer if UNC just say it was a security risk or a cost saving initiative or exactly the reason. It’s a lil confusing as the goal post is being moved.

[Dizzy28]

I’d prefer if UNC just say it was a security risk or a cost saving initiative or exactly the reason. It’s a lil confusing as the goal post is being moved.

Saddam did say it was a cost savings measure though with the money redirected to the Police.

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[Dizzy28]

Pnm on facebook like... "wE wAiTIng fuR dEeWaLee"


$2.6M saved as Independence Day celebrations scrapped

The government is expected to save at least $2.6 million after cancelling this year’s Independence Day parade and fireworks display in the capital.

Guardian Media understands that funding for this year’s ceremonial events had already received Cabinet approval from the former People’s National Movement (PNM) administration in February.

According to the Cabinet note submitted for approval, the parade alone was projected to cost $1.5 million. This figure included expenses such as renting the Grand Stand facilities, hiring ushers, constructing media towers, installing audio systems, providing guest refreshments, and renting chairs and buses. The Grand Stand rental alone cost approximately $600,000.

This year, the government opted to cancel the parade and fireworks show in favour of a National Day of Prayer and Reflection.

In defending the decision, Legal Affairs Minister Saddam Hosein cited security concerns due to the ongoing State of Emergency (SoE). He added that the money saved from the cancellation would be redirected to crime-fighting initiatives.

Additionally, Guardian Media was informed that the fireworks display was expected to cost the state around $1.1 million. There is some contention regarding this figure, as an official from the former administration said the fireworks are donated by private corporate entities.

However, a government source clarified that while the private sector helps fund the show, several state entities, including the Urban Development Corporation of T&T (UDeCOTT), also contribute financially and manage key logistical aspects of the event. UDeCOTT was expected to cover $700,000 of the fireworks costs.

The $2.6 million savings does not include the cost of the “Toast to the Nation,” a formal part of Independence Day celebrations traditionally held at the National Academy for the Performing Arts (NAPA), where the President offers a toast in the presence of government officials and dignitaries. It also does not include expenses for internal celebrations usually held by members of the protective services.

The government is currently compiling the overall savings from the cancellation of these events—a figure expected to be released next week, due to the complex nature of how the celebrations are funded.

There is no dedicated line item in the annual budget for Independence Day events. Funding has traditionally come from the Ministry of National Security, which has since been divided into the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Homeland Security. Various divisions within these ministries contribute to the parade from their allocated funds.

Several arms of national security participate in the military parade, including the Trinidad and Tobago Regiment, the Coast Guard, Air Guard, Trinidad and Tobago Police Service, Trinidad and Tobago Fire Service, and the Prisons Service.

The Independence Day parade traditionally begins with a formal inspection of the troops by the President, who is greeted at the Grand Stand with a Royal Salute and the national anthem. Following this, the military and uniformed services stage a grand march past, accompanied by their bands, proceeding through the streets of Port-of-Spain along a published route, often including Frederick Street, Park Street, and Tragarete Road. The event also features the mounted branch of the police, the K-9 unit, ceremonial vehicles, and at times an Air Guard fly-past. Spectators typically line the streets, waving flags and cheering.

https://www.guardian.co.tt/news/26m-sav ... e5a4acef54

Mites think the Govnt sponsors fireworks for Divali?

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[sMASH]

Pnm on facebook like... "wE wAiTIng fuR dEeWaLee"


$2.6M saved as Independence Day celebrations scrapped

The government is expected to save at least $2.6 million after cancelling this year’s Independence Day parade and fireworks display in the capital.

Guardian Media understands that funding for this year’s ceremonial events had already received Cabinet approval from the former People’s National Movement (PNM) administration in February.

According to the Cabinet note submitted for approval, the parade alone was projected to cost $1.5 million. This figure included expenses such as renting the Grand Stand facilities, hiring ushers, constructing media towers, installing audio systems, providing guest refreshments, and renting chairs and buses. The Grand Stand rental alone cost approximately $600,000.

This year, the government opted to cancel the parade and fireworks show in favour of a National Day of Prayer and Reflection.

In defending the decision, Legal Affairs Minister Saddam Hosein cited security concerns due to the ongoing State of Emergency (SoE). He added that the money saved from the cancellation would be redirected to crime-fighting initiatives.

Additionally, Guardian Media was informed that the fireworks display was expected to cost the state around $1.1 million. There is some contention regarding this figure, as an official from the former administration said the fireworks are donated by private corporate entities.

However, a government source clarified that while the private sector helps fund the show, several state entities, including the Urban Development Corporation of T&T (UDeCOTT), also contribute financially and manage key logistical aspects of the event. UDeCOTT was expected to cover $700,000 of the fireworks costs.

The $2.6 million savings does not include the cost of the “Toast to the Nation,” a formal part of Independence Day celebrations traditionally held at the National Academy for the Performing Arts (NAPA), where the President offers a toast in the presence of government officials and dignitaries. It also does not include expenses for internal celebrations usually held by members of the protective services.

The government is currently compiling the overall savings from the cancellation of these events—a figure expected to be released next week, due to the complex nature of how the celebrations are funded.

There is no dedicated line item in the annual budget for Independence Day events. Funding has traditionally come from the Ministry of National Security, which has since been divided into the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Homeland Security. Various divisions within these ministries contribute to the parade from their allocated funds.

Several arms of national security participate in the military parade, including the Trinidad and Tobago Regiment, the Coast Guard, Air Guard, Trinidad and Tobago Police Service, Trinidad and Tobago Fire Service, and the Prisons Service.

The Independence Day parade traditionally begins with a formal inspection of the troops by the President, who is greeted at the Grand Stand with a Royal Salute and the national anthem. Following this, the military and uniformed services stage a grand march past, accompanied by their bands, proceeding through the streets of Port-of-Spain along a published route, often including Frederick Street, Park Street, and Tragarete Road. The event also features the mounted branch of the police, the K-9 unit, ceremonial vehicles, and at times an Air Guard fly-past. Spectators typically line the streets, waving flags and cheering.

https://www.guardian.co.tt/news/26m-sav ... e5a4acef54

I too, that even worse than independence. I can see even 10' in front u ... The amount of rocket stick dies be in the yard, is a fire hazard.

[j.o.e]

I’d prefer if UNC just say it was a security risk or a cost saving initiative or exactly the reason. It’s a lil confusing as the goal post is being moved.

Saddam did say it was a cost savings measure though with the money redirected to the Police.

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http://www.guardian.co.tt/news/parade-h ... a29d6e5018

The Independence Day Parade and State-sponsored fireworks have been cancelled to protect top state officials from attack, Legal Affairs Saddam Hosein and Homeland Security Minister Roger Alexander said yesterday.

The Government’s National Security advice is that the gathering of the President, and all Government and Opposition members, members of the Judiciary, together with a large contingent of the marine, land and air assets of the Defence Force and the TTPS in one location would be unwise at this time. In those circumstances, we ask citizens of T&T, patriots of our dear republic to observe a day of prayer and reflection for the success and prosperity of our great nation,” Hosein said.


Again. Moving the goal posts.
And if it is a money saving exercise then we should see some serious cost cutting across the board as this saves a mere $2m

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https://trinidadexpress.com/news/independence-day-parade-fireworks-cancelled-this-year/article_05d044c3-5b21-4270-8dd6-f6b2ad1d042e.html

So independence day parade cancelled. I wonder if they go cancel Christmas next

Seems like a direct F U to the syrian business community the unc trying to wage a war against

And De f*q is a national day of prayer?

Is one thing to cancel the state sponsored fireworks , but the Independence Day parade too?

UNC keeping true to dey one term in office policy

Both the major fireworks houses owned by injuns, so what's your point now?

Who is Indian? Name them. Waiting

Is mih bredren, so I ent shining them up

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I don't care what NOBODY says this country have money. Just came out of pricesmart and it was rampacked it's not month end nor fortnight. So can we please stop using the rhetoric where UNC gonna get money to run this place, this country stinks of money