Leave of absence was granted to Mr. Rushton Paray, MP for Mayaro and to Mr. Davendranath Tancoo, MP for Oropouche West, from today’s Sitting of the House.

Fourteen papers were laid. See Order Paper.

One urgent question was posed and answered. See Order Paper.

Three questions qualified for oral answer. All questions were answered. See Order Paper.

The Minister of Finance, Hon. Colm Imbert, MP, made a statement on the operations of the National Insurance Board of Trinidad and Tobago (NIB TT) and the audited financial statements for the financial year ended June 30, 2024.

The Member for Princes Town moved a motion calling on the Government to provide adequate support and resources for the protection of our nation’s children against bullying in schools throughout Trinidad and Tobago. Debate began on the bill. Six members added their voice to the debate before the adjournment of the House.

The Sitting concluded at 6:00 p.m.