Opposition Leader Kamla Persad Bissessar is concerned that the regulations under the current State Of Emergency are silent on the status of political parties during this period.

Mrs. Persad Bissessar last night said political parties operate in spaces, which are accessible to members of the public, yet they are not covered by the State Of Emergency.

She is calling on the government to correct what she sees as a breach of the country’s democracy.

Mrs. Persad Bissessar said just as provisions are made for trade unions, political parties must be considered for their services to the public.

Mrs. Persad Bissessar said her party supports initiatives aimed at saving lives in this pandemic but it also holds on to its right to raise concerns.