Temporary Accommodation Sought For THA As Legislative Buildings To Undergo Significant Upgrades
Finance Minister Davendranath Tancoo noted that the Tobago House of Assembly’s legislative buildings are scheduled to undergo significant upgrades. As a result, temporary accommodation will be needed to facilitate the Assembly’s operations, with the procurement process for a suitable building still underway.
« The assembly’s legislators’ buildings are to undergo significant upgrade to its electrical system, plumbing, and structure. And there will be a need to source a building that can accommodate both the staff and the assembly chamber. A suitable building is being sourced currently. »
On the 2027 travel allocation, the Minister maintained that travel requirements vary from year to year, with the final expenditure depending on the official activities scheduled.
« The facts are that travel last year is not exactly replicated by travel this year. There may have been conferences last year that may not appear this year. What is provided in the estimate? Again, what is provided in the estimate is an estimate that will be supplemented if need be above or below the estimate. That is basic. There’s no there’s no mal-intent as you are as you are inclined to go to. I appreciate the need for the soundbite. »
