Legal Information & Policies
Access important legal documents, policies, and regulations governing social assistance programmes in Trinidad and Tobago.
The Social Assistance Act provides the legal framework for all social assistance programmes in Trinidad and Tobago, including eligibility criteria, benefit amounts, and administrative procedures.
January 1, 2020
July 1, 2025
In Force
Comprehensive regulations detailing the implementation of social assistance programmes, including application procedures, assessment criteria, and payment schedules.
July 1, 2025
SA-2025-001
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Data Protection Act
Governs the collection and use of personal data
Freedom of Information Act
Right to access government information
Equal Opportunity Act
Anti-discrimination provisions
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