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  • 3 weeks ago
Canvassers and office staff employed by the Tobago People's Party (TPP) during the 2026 Tobago House of Assembly elections campaign are reportedly still awaiting payment of outstanding wages for work done during the election period. More in this Elizabeth Williams report.
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00:00Several individuals have indicated to TV6 News that since the January 12th THA election,
00:07they are yet to receive the monies owed to them.
00:10The affected workers are now calling on the party to address the matter,
00:15honour its financial commitments and provide a clear timeline for when the outstanding payments will be made.
00:21The situation has reportedly left many of the TPP workers frustrated,
00:27with some claiming they relied on the expected payments to meet personal and household expenses.
00:34They are urging the Tobago People's Party TPP, which now governs the island,
00:40to respond publicly and resolve the issue as soon as possible.
00:44When contacted on the matter, Chairman of the Tobago People's Party TPP, Ann Natasha Second,
00:51told the TV6 News, quote,
00:52All efforts are being made to ensure that everyone who was engaged by the party for the election receives payment.
01:01Some canvassers and office staff in some districts remain outstanding.
01:06We thank all hardworking members and supporters for their patience.
01:11As soon as resources are available, they will be contacted for payment.
01:16Elizabeth Williams, TV6 News.
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