Budget
Calls for More Realistic Budget: Tobago Business Chamber Chairman Martin George on THA’s $3.956 Billion Request
Tobago Business Chamber Martin George calls for more realistic T.H.A. budget request.
June 27, 2024 – After assessing Monday’s (June 24, 2024) reading of the Tobago House of Assembly (THA) budget presentation, Tobago Business Chamber Chairman Martin George provided a mix of positive and negative reviews.
Among the positives, he noted the reduction in recurrent expenditure. However, he expressed significant concerns about the request for $3.956 billion, given the realities of the relationship and financial allocations from the central government. George’s comments highlight the ongoing debate about the practicality and attainability of the THA budget for fiscal 2025 and its alignment with Tobago’s economic realities.
