Media Releases


Policy to introduce Regulations under the Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic Act, Chap. 48:50 for Regulating of Driving Schools and Driving Instructors- Virtual Stakeholder Consultation

28 Aug 2024

The Ministry of Works and Transport (“the Ministry”) intends to introduce a new requirement for driving schools and driving instructors to be registered with the Licensing Authority to be able to carry on a business to teach persons to drive or operate a vehicle. As such, the Ministry developed a policy document titled ‘Policy for the Amendment of the Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic Act, Chap. 48:50 for the Regulation of Driving Schools and Instructors’ (“the Policy”) in respect of the implementation of this initiative. A copy of the approved Policy can be viewed at this link.

Traffic Management Branch Unveils Cutting-Edge Video Detection System

19 Mar 2024

The Ministry of Works and Transport’s, Traffic Management Branch (TMB) has launched an innovative suite of technology aimed at transforming traffic control and management across the country. This initiative marks a significant leap forward in our mission to enhance public safety, streamline traffic flow, and optimize transportation operations.

Minister Rohan Sinanan and the Maritime Services Division on the Ground in Tobago During Ongoing CleanUp Efforts

21 Feb 2024

On February 21st 2024, Senator the Honourable Rohan Sinanan, Minister of Works and Transport, along with Chief Secretary of the Tobago House of Assembly Mr. Farley Augustine, Ms. Penelope Bradshaw-Niles, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries, the Director of Maritime Services Division at the Ministry of Works and Transport, and T&T Salvage LLC, visited the Tobago oil spill site off the southern coast of Cove, Tobago.

Talks Begin for Intra-Regional Transportation Ferry System

16 Feb 2024

On Thursday 15th February 2024, a team of high power officials met at the Ministry of Works and Transport, Trinidad and Tobago to initiate discussions on the operationalization of an Intra-Regional Ferry Service.

Minister of Works and Transport Responds to Chief Secretary

15 Feb 2024

The Ministry of Works and Transport has taken note of the article published in the Trinidad Guardian on Thursday 15 February 2024, titled “Farley accuses Govt of hiding info on oil spill vessel”. This article is categorically inaccurate and unnecessarily inflammatory. As Minister of Works and Transport, I commensurate with the frustration experienced by the Chief Secretary in holding the rightful perpetrators accountable for what is indeed an environmental and economic challenge for Trinidad and Tobago.

Closure of the Caroni Licensing Office - August 30th, 2023

30 Aug 2023

The Ministry of Works and Transport wishes to advise the general public that due to a utility challenge on the Caroni Licensing compound, the Office will be closed from 10:00 a.m. today, Wednesday 30th August, 2023. Normal hours of operation will resume on Friday 01st September, 2023.

Disruption in Service at the Licensing Division

09 Aug 2023

The Ministry of Works and Transport wishes to advise the general public that all Licensing locations are currently experiencing a temporary disruption in the delivery of its services due to internet challenges being experienced island-wide.

The Ministry Responds to Protest Action on the Manzanilla Mayaro Road

07 Aug 2023

The Ministry of Works and Transport is aware of the protest action undertaken on the Manzanilla Mayaro Road today, Monday, 7th August 2023. At the protest, concerns were expressed about the pace of ongoing work and the removal of equipment from the project site. Given the above, the Ministry would like to take this opportunity to provide some context and clarity on the ongoing project. On Friday, 28th of July 2023, works officially commenced on a permanent solution for the Manzanilla Mayaro Road.

Closure of Caroni Licensing Office

24 Jul 2023

The Ministry of Works and Transport wishes to advise the general public that due to major voltage issues within the area, the Caroni Licensing Office will be closed from 9:30 a.m. today, Monday 24th July, 2023.

MOWT Proposes Comprehensive Measures to Alleviate Traffic Congestion in Chaguanas

12 Jul 2023

On Monday 10th July 2023, Senator the Honourable Rohan Sinanan, Minister of Works and Transport, Senator the Honourable Richie Sookhai, Minister in the Ministry of Works and Transport, and an executive team met with members of the Chaguanas Chamber of Industry and Commerce and other members of the business community. At the meeting, both parties explored potential collaborative measures to address traffic management issues in the Chaguanas Borough and surrounding areas.



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