Public Servants Demand Pay Rise Amid Budget Crunch | Trinidad and Tobago News

Public servants are demanding overdue pay hikes—specifically that long-awaited 10% raise—but the government says it can’t just print money to meet the bill. Dr. Selwyn Cudjoe of UTT reveals deep deficits, including a $24 million shortfall at his institution, and insists tough fiscal choices are needed. While unions push hard—including threats of strikes from TSTT workers—the government must balance demands with reality. Mediators are stepping in as talks stall across sectors, leaving thousands waiting for what’s owed. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4760e45efc8d9930