The Speaker granted leave of absence to the Member for Chaguanas East and the Member for Port-of-Spain North/St. Ann’s West.

Six Papers were laid. See the Order Paper.

Six questions qualify for oral answer. See the Order Paper.

The Minister of Trade, Industry and Investment moved a Motion seeking exemption from Import Duties of Customs for certain items. The Member for St. Ann’s East was first to enter the debate, followed by the Minister of Local Government. Debate on the Motion was suspended.

The Prime Minister made a statement about the decision of the Government to lay Bills related to the Tobago House of Assembly.

One Bill, the Constitution (Amendment)(Tobago) Bill, 2013, was introduced. See the Supplemental Order Paper.

The sitting ended at 4:08 p.m.