Minister and MP Stuart Young has issued a message of thanks to his parliamentary colleagues.

It follows today’s announcement from Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley that the PNM’s Parliamentary Caucus is backing Mr Young to to lead when he (Dr Rowley) steps down as Prime Minister.

In a brief statement shared on social media, Mr. Young said he looks forward to working with PNM members and citizens in general.

The statement is as follows:

I would like to sincerely thank my parliamentary colleagues for the confidence they have expressed in me.

I also thank Dr the Honourable Keith Rowley, M.P., Prime Minister of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago for his continued and exemplary leadership in guiding us through a historic process.

I am proud to be a member of the People’s National Movement (PNM) and look forward to working tirelessly not only with all of our members but also with ALL citizens of Trinidad and Tobago as we continue working towards the building of our country and ensuring its future success.

In continued service,

Stuart R. Young, S.C., M.P.
Member of Parliament for Port of Spain North/ St Ann’s West
January 6, 2024