00:00According to the General Contractors Association of Tobago, the impact has extended beyond individual businesses and is now being felt across communities, households and supporting industries.
00:12At a meeting held in Scarborough, GCAT emphasized that Tobago contractors are fully capable of handling major housing, infrastructure and commercial projects.
00:24They say they are ready to play a central role in shaping the island's economic and social development.
00:30Capacity building will be a key focus for the association through training, technical support and professional development.
00:38GCAT aims to strengthen operational readiness, improve compliance with industry standards and increase competitiveness among local contractors.
00:49The group also welcomes discussions with the Tobago House of Assembly, stressing that open dialogue, collaboration and a partnership are essential to addressing the sector's challenges.
01:01The meeting was well attended, showing strong interest among contractors and allied professionals for a unified platform to advocate support and empower Tobago's construction industry.
01:14GCAT maintains its non-political stance and continues to champion sustainable local development.
01:23That's Elizabeth Williams, TV6 News.
01:25Let's get started.
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