Madam PM, refer PURE procurement claims to OPR

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A reported dismissal at Trinidad and Tobago’s PURE has prompted questions about alleged serious misconduct and procurement irregularities. The commentary urges the prime minister to refer the claims to the Office of Procurement Regulation, particularly in light of the country’s procurement legislation.

The reported dismissal of PURE’s deputy director (Sunday Express, November 1), following allegations of serious misconduct and procurement irregularities, raises issues that extend well beyond the termination of one official’s employment, now that we have new procurement legislation and an…