Minister of Finance Davendranath Tancoo has explained that the estimated $188.4 million increase in the Tobago House of Assembly’s general administration allocation will cover outstanding salary arrears for public officers.
The allocation will also cover salaries for current employees, including the salary increase effective January 1st, 2026.
“This increase provides for the settlement of salary arrears owed to all public officers in THA following the conclusions of negotiations. So it’s an anticipated conclusion. The balance provides for the salaries of current officers, including the salary increase effective January 1st, 2026, and staff supporting three new divisions that have been established in fiscal year 27, going forward. There are 46 established posts, 23 filled, 22 filled in an acting capacity and one vacant.”