Thursday, 26 March 2015

INEQUALITY IN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

JULIET PORTILLO

Within the periphery there is evidence of disparities where small groups are benefiting through the means of production. Some of these groups which comprises the upper and middle class often own and operate businesses benefiting from tax reliefs and other concessions increasing their profits. They also benefit from low wage payouts and increased productivity from underpaid labour. Due to high rates of unemployment the working class are forced to hold on to their jobs thereby creating an atmosphere of exploitation and abuse. Little or no protection is offered by the state in the interest of the lower income earner in society and many fear the backlash of joining trade unions.



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