Watson Duke and PSA Fined $35,000 for Defying Court Order
P.D.P. political leader Watson Duke & P.S.A. ordered to pay $35,000 each in fines for contempt of court.
April 3, 2024 – Watson Duke, Leader of the Progressive Democratic Patriots (PDP) and former Public Services Association (PSA) president, faced criticism for defying a court order during his tenure.
A High Court Judge found both Duke and the PSA in contempt of court, ordering them to pay fines of $35,000 each. The ruling stemmed from their failure to comply with court orders issued in a lawsuit concerning alleged financial irregularities and a failure to hold non-executive elections within the PSA. This judgment highlights the importance of adhering to legal mandates for trade unions and their leadership in Trinidad and Tobago.
