TCL surprised by OWTU protest

In a media release issued yesterday by TCL Group public relations manager Michelle Langton, the company said it had been providing employees with “regular updates regarding both settlement of negotiations and share allocations.” “Further, the bargaining unit would also be aware that both matters are presently undergoing due process,” TCL stated adding that on several occasions employees had been offered “cash in lieu of shares to expedite settlement.” “However this has been rejected several times by representatives of the Union.” The company reiterated its commitment to “open constructive dialogue and engagement with its employees and the OWTU towards the earliest finalisation of outstanding matters in the best interest of all concerned.” “Over the past twenty-four months, the company has made significant positive strides and recognises the vital role played by our people at every level of the TCL Group towards attaining the critical goals of — Competitiveness and Sustainability that are in the interest of all stakeholders, the company and the country,” TCL said.

Both parties were expected to meet at the Trinidad Hilton yesterday evening to continue discussions.