Clarence Rambharat has resigned as Senator and Minister of Agriculture, as part of a major Cabinet shake up announced today.

Mr. Rambharat took to his social media following the official announcement from the Office of the Prime Minister, thanking Dr. Rowley for his “courageous appointment” six years ago.

“This morning I formally advised the Honourable Prime Minister that for over 6 years I had the opportunity to serve our country in the Senate, Cabinet and Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries. It was a courageous appointment by the Hon. Prime Minister. These roles and others gave me an opportunity to serve an important sector for which I am grateful,” Rambharat shared.

He added: “I owe my wife Camille and our children enormous gratitude for all that I have been able to do with their understanding and support. Serving in my country’s Parliament was something I set out to do since childhood. With your help I did. To the people of Trinidad and Tobago wherever they work and whatever they do, thanks for all the love, prayers and the best wishes. It’s Wednesday, rock so!”

Kazim Hosein will serve as the new Agriculture Minister, while Nigel de Freitas will serve as Junior Minister in the Ministry, having resigned as Vice President of the Senate.