Regulating the Telecommunications and Broadcasting Sectors in Trinidad and Tobago
Universal Service Initiative Project Proposal for Persons with Disabilities
This project aims to provide mobile devices with assistive features, at a subsidised cost, for all persons with disabilities (PwDs) inclusive of the visually impaired and hearing-impaired, who receive specified government grants from the Ministry of Social Development and Family Services or National Insurance Board. The Authority proposes to subsidise up to TTD $600 of the cost of the device.
TTWiFi
To improve the existing modes of Internet access and access to online services provided by GoRTT’s National Wi-Fi initiative and Internet Service Providers (ISPs). To advance the goals of Trinidad and Tobago’s National ICT Plan ICT Blueprint 2018 – 2022 (the National ICT Plan), which is aligned with the Vision 2030 plan of GoRTT, deployment of public Wi-Fi coverage will be undertaken thereby improving connectivity related to enhancing ICT infrastructure. access service commonly available in well-served areas.
Implementation of Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT)
Television in Trinidad and Tobago is moving towards a more modern, efficient, and inclusive digital broadcasting
system – Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT), is set to be fully implemented by 2027. This transition from analogue to digital free-to-air television will offer viewers an improved television experience with higher audio and video quality. The transition aims to provide better coverage, enhance the quality of free-to-air services, and reduce operational costs for broadcasters.
