Trade Union Division
Trade Union Development falls under the remit of the Trade Unions Division of the Ministry of Labour. This Division operates under the Trade Unions Act, Chapter 88:02, which came into effect on July 1st, 1933. Records indicate that the earliest registration of a Trade Union was in 1935. This Division deals specifically with the provision of services to Trade Unions. In accordance with the Trade Unions Act, Chapter 88:02, the Division has the responsibility for the following:
MAIN OBJECTIVES
- To assist persons in the formation of a Trade Union/Association
- To assist Trade Unions and Associations with the interpretation of the laws that pertain to the Trade Unions Act
SERVICES:
- Registration of new trade unions\associations
- Registration of partial alteration of rules
- Registration of completed alteration of rules
- Registration of amalgamation
- Registration of change of name
- Registration of change of registered office
- Registration of dissolution
- Cancellation of registration of trade unions\associations
- Provision of advice to Trade Unions on interpretation and adherence to the laws and regulations of the Trade Union Act, Chapter 88:02 in relation to efficient operation of the Unions/Associations
- Provision of advice or assistance to members of Trade Unions/Associations who call or visit our offices in search of resolution of various issues
- Ensuring accountability
- Appointment of Auditors to audit accounts and Financial records of Trade Unions.
- Visiting Trade Unions/Associations to verify financial record-keeping and providing advice and assistance to ensure compliance with the Act
- Ensuring that Annual Returns and Audited Financial Statements are submitted to the Registrar before 1st June of each year
- Verification of Annual Returns and Financial Statements submitted by Trade Unions/Associations.
Proper accountability for workers/members funds are essential, as a Union/ Association must be properly registered in order to represent workers at the Ministry of Labour and Industrial Court. The Trade Union Division therefore also plays a critical role in the provision of advice and support to all Trade Unions and Associations.
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Contact Information
Duke Place, Level 4
50-54 Duke Street,
PORT OF SPAIN
299-0300 ext. 2002 | 2003 | 2039
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