Caribbean Clerks Programme

11 - 13 February 2025

To strengthen parliamentary democracy across the Caribbean region by supporting legislatures to be effective and inclusive.

Through this three-day programme of discussions and workshops, this programme aims to have the following outputs:

For more information, please contact the Inter-Parliamentary Relations Coordination Unit

Participating Legislatures

Official Programme

Tuesday 11th February


Description of Activity
Delegate Registration at the Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Session 1: The Role of Clerks and Officials in Parliament
Official Conference Photograph - The Red House - St. Vincent Street Stairway
Welcome Lunch
Session 2: The Independence of Parliament
Session 3: Inducting New Members

Wednesday 12th February


Description of Activity
Arrival at the Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago
Session 4: Overcoming Procedural Challenges

Break

Session 5: Technological Integration in Parliaments
Lunch
Session 6: Improving Hansard Efficiency
AV Presentation and Tour of the Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago
Reception at the Rotunda of the Red House

Thursday 13th February


Description of Activity


Arrival at the Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago
Session 7: Codes of Conduct and Ethics for Members and Staff
Break
Session 8: Improving Civic Engagement and Public Outreach
Lunch
Session 9: Workplace Development
Closing of Programme and Presentation of Certificates

Travel Information


Delegates are asked to make arrangements to arrive into the Piarco International Airport in Piarco, Trinidad.

Participants who arrive on the official arrival date and whose flight details are communicated to the Conference Coordinator will be greeted on arrival at the airport and transported to the Hyatt Regency Trinidad, where Conference participants will be accommodated.

The Parliament is a mere 5 minute drive from the Hyatt Regency Trinidad

Responsibility of Host Branch


    The Trinidad and Tobago Branch and UK Branch of the Common Wealth Parliamentary Association will be responsible for the following:

  1. All meals that are part of the Conference programme
  2. Ground transportation
  3. Conference Programme
  4. Conference facilities and provision of all documents related to the Conference
  5. Special functions that are part of the Conference programme

Hotel Accommodation


All participants will be accommodated at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad
Breakfast will be included on all days.

Photo Courtesy: Hyatt Regency Trinidad

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Currency & Banking


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The currency unit of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago is the TT dollar. There are bills to the value of TTD$1.00; TTD$5.00; TTD$10.00; TTD$20.00; TTD$50.00; TTD$100.00.
The Sterling, Euro and US Dollar cash and travellers' cheques are freely negotiable at any bank, major business place or hotel.

The TT dollar floats against the US Dollar. The current exchange rate is TTD $6.79 = USD $1.00. The TT dollar floats against the British Pound. The current exchange rate is TTD $8.61 = GBP £1.00.

Click here to view the current exchange rate at Central Bank.

  • Banking Hours
     
  • Monday to Thursday
    8.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m.
  • Friday
    8.00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m
    3.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m.
Banks in Trinidad and Tobago are closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Medical Facilities


For the duration of the Conference, medical coverage (for minor ailments) will be provided. The Port of Spain General Hospital is situated within close proximity of the Conference venue in case of an emergency.

Ground Transportation


The Conference organizers will be responsible for the transportation of all participants from the airport on arrival, to the airport on departure and for all official activities. Participants are asked to be punctual for the scheduled transfers.

Extra Activities


Tour of the Trinidad and Tobago Parliamentary complex including Parliament Chambers, Rotunda Gallery and Parliamentary Museum.

Vaccination


Under the International Travel and Health Requirements, Trinidad and Tobago requires a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate from travellers over one (1) year of age coming from infected areas.

Dress Code


Dress Code: Business attire or national dress is appropriate for the visit. Temperatures average 28°C during the day and 24°C during the night, and you are advised to bring a waterproof jacket in case of rain.