The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) wishes to address public commentary surrounding the arrest of two individuals during the Labour Day procession in Fyzabad on June 19, 2026. The facts of this matter are straightforward, and the actions of officers were grounded firmly in the Summary Offences Act, Chap. 11:02, and in the duty of the TTPS to preserve public order, public safety, and the sanctity of the annual Labour Day procession.

The Trade Union movement applied for and received the requisite permission to stage their annual Labour Day street procession in accordance with:

The Trade Union movement complied fully with these legal requirements. Their procession was therefore lawful, authorised, and protected under the permit issued.