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Former Finance Minister Colm Imbert has voiced strong objections to the recent closure of the domestic lounge at Piarco International Airport. In a public statement, he expressed that this decision could significantly hinder the travel experience for passengers moving between Trinidad and Tobago. Imbert described the move as nonsensical, emphasizing that it will force domestic travelers to queue alongside international passengers at security checkpoints, a change he believes will create severe congestion. Imbert warned that the new arrangement could lead to longer wait times and increased pressure on airport operations, particularly during peak travel periods. The domestic lounge previously facilitated a more efficient process, and its removal has raised concerns about how the airport will manage the expected influx of passengers. Moreover, Imbert highlighted the impact on vulnerable travelers, such as the elderly and disabled, who may struggle more without the convenience of a dedicated domestic processing area. With the closure, these passengers may now have to navigate longer distances within the terminal or face additional obstacles like stairs. This development has ignited broader public discourse, especially among frequent inter-island travelers who rely on timely and efficient service for work, healthcare, and family obligations. Many are questioning whether the authorities sufficiently considered the practical implications of this change for domestic passengers as concerns over accessibility and congestion continue to mount. Join the Trinidad and Tobago WhatsApp update groups: Tringlobe Media news 1Tringlobe Media ShareTringlobe Chat news groupTringlobe Media news 2Tringlobe media news 3Tringlobe Media Weather updatesTringlobe PoliticsTringlobe SportsTringlobe articles newsfeedTringlobe buy sell tradeTringlobe Media 4Tringlobe Media Official ChannelTringlobe media Traffic
Former Finance Minister Colm Imbert has voiced strong objections to the recent closure of the domestic lounge at Piarco International Airport. In a public statement, he expressed that this decision could significantly hinder the travel experience for passengers moving between Trinidad and Tobago. Imbert described the move as nonsensical, emphasizing that it will force domestic travelers to queue alongside international passengers at security checkpoints, a change he believes will create severe congestion.
Imbert warned that the new arrangement could lead to longer wait times and increased pressure on airport operations, particularly during peak travel periods. The domestic lounge previously facilitated a more efficient process, and its removal has raised concerns about how the airport will manage the expected influx of passengers.
Moreover, Imbert highlighted the impact on vulnerable travelers, such as the elderly and disabled, who may struggle more without the convenience of a dedicated domestic processing area. With the closure, these passengers may now have to navigate longer distances within the terminal or face additional obstacles like stairs.
This development has ignited broader public discourse, especially among frequent inter-island travelers who rely on timely and efficient service for work, healthcare, and family obligations. Many are questioning whether the authorities sufficiently considered the practical implications of this change for domestic passengers as concerns over accessibility and congestion continue to mount.
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