Year of Transformation
A chronological journey through the UNC government's first year achievements
UNC Government Takes Office
EconomyApril 28, 2025
Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar and the UNC government assume power with a mandate for transformation.
Food Support Programme Expansion
SocialMay 2025
$60.7 million Food Support Programme launched, assisting 12,600+ vulnerable families.
Crime Reduction Initiatives Begin
SecurityJune 2025
Strategic crime reduction operations launched across high-crime areas.
NCC Audit Ordered
EconomyJuly 2025
Minister Michelle Benjamin orders full-scale audit into National Carnival Commission finances.
Historic Low in Murders
SecurityAugust 2025
August 2025 records lowest monthly murder count (22) since November 2014.
China Grant Finalized
EconomySeptember 2025
TT$94.19 million aid grant from China finalized for public safety and healthcare projects.
Energy Sector Stabilization
EnergyOctober 2025
Oil production reaches 55,148 bpd. Energy Accelerator Hub launched for permit processing.
National Recruitment Drive Launched
EconomyOctober 28, 2025
20,000+ job opportunities offered across government ministries and agencies.
Couva Children's Hospital Operationalized
HealthNovember 2025
Couva Children's Hospital ($1.6B facility) begins operations with 8 specialized clinics.
Buy Local Campaign Launched
EconomyNovember 2025
'Buy Local, Build Trinbago' campaign launched with digital catalogue for local businesses.
Water Leak Repairs Complete
InfrastructureDecember 2025
All water leaks identified since December 2025 fixed, saving $30M+ annually.
Upkeep of Public Spaces Programme
InfrastructureDecember 2025
National Programme for Upkeep of Public Spaces launched with 1,000 workers across 14 municipalities.
Desalination Plants Announced
InfrastructureDecember 29, 2025
Three desalination plants planned for Mayaro, Moruga Tableland, and Charlotteville.
Caura Townhouses Near Completion
InfrastructureJanuary 2026
Caura townhouse project (100+ units) reaches 95% completion for early 2026 distribution.
NATI Programme Launched
EconomyFebruary 2026
National Agricultural Training Initiative launched with 1,000+ farmers trained in climate-smart practices.
School Code of Conduct Revised
EconomyMarch 4, 2026
Revised National School Code of Conduct officially launched for safer learning environments.
Mobile Legal Aid Clinics Launched
SocialMarch 13, 2026
Two Mobile Legal Aid Clinics launched to bring legal services directly to communities.
Parole System Legislation Announced
SocialMarch 20, 2026
Justice Minister announces parole system legislation to be laid in Parliament.
One Year of Transformation
EconomyApril 2026
UNC government marks first year with 42% murder reduction, 129 infrastructure projects, and comprehensive social reforms.