In an unexpected turn of events, all licensing offices across Trinidad and Tobago have been temporarily shut down due to a significant technical malfunction. The Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation announced this immediate suspension of services in a press release issued on November 18. The disruption stems from a critical system failure that has affected operations nationwide. The ministry has assured the public of its dedication to swiftly restoring services and has requested patience and understanding during this period. Earlier this year, Transport Commissioner Clive Clarke highlighted the scale of operations, noting that there are over 600,000 registered drivers and thousands of monthly transactions processed by the Licensing Division. The division handles approximately 8,000 certified copies and 3,000 license renewals each month. The ministry has promised to keep the public informed through official social media channels as updates become available.