The T&T Scrap Iron Dealers’ Association (TTSIDA) and Joint Trade Union Movement (JTUM) are distancing themselves from a protest on Monday morning.
The action blocked the northbound lane of the Solomon Hochoy Highway, and stranded thousands in traffic for hours.
Shortly after the action, Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley accused the trade unions and opposition of being conspirators.
However, speaking at a press conference on Monday, JTUM representative Timothy Bailey distanced the union from the protest.
He also asked the Prime Minister to refrain from making such accusations.
Ferguson condemned the action and distanced his association from any involvement in the protest that has undoubtedly added fuel to the already growing negative perceptions of the industry by many.
He said he does not support any action to shut down the country nor will they join hands with any other aggrieved entities to do it as the Prime Minister claims.
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