"I think it's overdue. And I regret that it has taken so long to happen. But I give the Government full marks," he said.
In 2003 a report by Gordon to then Prime Minister Patrick Manning recommended such a measure to deal with crime. However the Manning administration did not do it.
The administration justified its action by stating that a state of emergency would hurt the economy, cause social dislocation and damage Trinidad and Tobago's international reputation.
Speaking about the State of Emergency that has been in force since Sunday, Gordon said while it will not stop crime, it will give the country some breathing space.
He noted that the government can use its majority in Parliament to extend the emergency for up to three months, although he doesn't think that would be a good idea.
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