Minister Imbert "Happy" To Settle Wage Offer With Pilots Association

Finance Minister Colm Imbert said he was "happy" to settle the first bargaining dispute with the Trinidad and Tobago Airline Pilots Association (TTALPA). Last week, Minister Imbert authorised Caribbean Airlines Limited to settle the ongoing wage negotiations with the Association with a 4% increase, followed by an additional 4% increase for the 2015 to 2020 period, along with another 4% offer for the 2020 to 2023 bargaining period. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, the Minister said it was a relief to make the offer.