THE Trinidad and Tobago Unified Teachers’ Association (TTUTA) has called on the Government to clarify the whereabouts of $900 million allocated for backpay to teachers in the 2025 national budget.

The union has subsequently advised teachers to work “strictly” according to job description, saying yesterday that it will explore all lawful options, including industrial action, within the confines of the ongoing state of emergency (SoE).

Speaking at a news conference at TTUTA’s Carlsen Field office, the association’s industrial relations officer, Kerry Broomes, said legal guidance will also be sought to secure the missing funds.