The Personnel Department 2026 Tobago Survey Initiative
Conducted by the Human Resource Policy, Planning and Research Division
The Personnel Department (PD) conducted its annual survey in Tobago from Wednesday 15TH April 2026 to Friday 17TH April 2026. The exercise was carried out by three (3) officers from the Human Resource Policy, Planning and Research Division (HRPPRD), who undertook field visits across several key locations.
The survey covered Scarborough, Lowlands/Carnbee, Canaan/Crown Point, and Plymouth, ensuring a broad geographic spread to support the collection of reliable and accurate data.
The primary objective of this exercise was to gather statistical information used in determining allowances for Public Officers, as well as for individuals whose positions fall under the purview of the Salaries Review Commission (SRC).
The findings of the survey support the Chief Personnel Officer (CPO) in making data-driven recommendations aimed at establishing reasonable and affordable allowance rates. Additionally, the survey facilitates year-on-year comparisons of prices for selected negotiable items.
Survey Categories
Clothing (20 Establishments)
Data collection focused on the following:
- Prices of shoes and hosiery
- Prices of ready-made jackets
- Prices of men’s ready-made clothing
- Cost of outfits for male and female officers in the Foreign Service (SRC)
- Cost of sewing uniforms
Motor Vehicles (12 Establishments)
Data collection focused on the following:
- Prices of new motor vehicles
- Cost of batteries
- Cost of tyres
- Cost of servicing
- Cost of routine maintenance
Food (35 Establishments)
Data collection focused on the following:
- Cost of meals (breakfast and lunch)
- Cost of business lunch (SRC)
