AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoStorm Aftermath & Commuter Chaos: Thursday’s high-wind storm left downed trees across Trinidad, with reports of blocked roads and major disruption to buses and morning commutes. Faith & School Readiness: The Presbyterian Church of Trinidad and Tobago (PCTT) is urging families to prepare children not just academically, but spiritually, mentally and emotionally for the new school year. Education Pressure Points: TTUTA says the Ministry of Education is risking smooth reopening by replacing BOAs with on-the-job trainees, while also flagging late repairs and delayed book grant payments. Tobago Baby Grant Backpay: THA will pay retroactive Tobago Baby Grant backpay worth over $600,000 to parents, with payments tied to the Tobago ID platform. Audiogate Court Win: A High Court ruling says police searches tied to the “audiogate” probe were unlawful, with Tobago tourism secretary Zorisha Hackett calling it state overreach. Caribbean Music Awards: CMA announces the first wave of performers for its Sept. 19 Trinidad debut at NAPA, spanning soca, reggae, dancehall, bouyon and more. Regional Diplomacy: T&T and Venezuela have agreed a roadmap for a “new era” in cooperation across trade, energy, agriculture, culture and collective security. Culture & Youth: The Ministry of Culture’s Trailblazers youth apprenticeship programme graduates 200 young people with mentorship, paid placements and workforce readiness. Sports Pride: Tyra Gittens-Spotsville wins gold in Berlin with a 6.79m long jump.
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