Opposition Leader Pennelope Beckles Raises Concerns Over Stand-Your-Ground Law
June 4, 2025 – On Tuesday, June 3, 2025, Opposition Leader Pennelope Beckles held her first press conference since assuming the role, addressing several pressing issues concerning the new government’s policies. Beckles urged the government to reconsider implementing the proposed stand-your-ground law, warning that similar legislation in Florida, USA, resulted in a marked rise in homicides. She emphasised the need for thorough evaluation before introducing such a policy in Trinidad and Tobago. At the same press conference, former Finance Minister Colm Imbert criticised the new government’s approach to financial management, calling it amateur. He implied that the administration lacks the necessary competence to handle the nation’s finances responsibly.
